Games

Quidditch Inspired Board Game Launched On Kickstarter

November 16, 2020 Brian Dooley

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Inspired by the the magical game of quidditch, Knight Games have launched a Kickstarter for Harry Potter: Catch the Snitch. The game has players pick from a number of teams, including the houses of Hufflepuff, Slytherin, Ravenclaw and Gryffindor, as you compete in a game of quidditch. Each team has unique playstyles, while you use […]

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Books

Top 5 Pets We Wish We Had At Hogwarts

September 3, 2018 Niamh Ennis

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So September 1st came and went and again we didn’t go to Hogwarts. But this never stops Potterheads like myself from thinking about what types of things we would do and what cool stationary and supplies we would bring. A big question for all wizards when starting school is “owl, cat or toad?” and this […]

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Books

Versus – Wands At The Ready

May 17, 2018 Declan Doody

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Help us out and settle a workplace debate! When it comes to wizards, sorcerors and magicians there are two names that cause a bit of controversy here in Arcade HQ. Doctor Strange and Professor Dumbledore! Doctor Strange IS the sorceror supreme! He is the Earth’s primary defense against magical horrors and monsters and has saved […]

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Geeky Goodies To Brighten Up January

January 9, 2018 Niamh Ennis

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Having a serious case of the January blues is very common. But with any luck, instead of the bath sets and socks that are unwanted (unless you’re Dobby), your nearest and dearest had the sense to give you something you wanted. Whether that’s something from this list, or the money or vouchers to buy what […]

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Art

Back To School – Gallery

September 26, 2017 Julie Hassett

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It’s that time of year again! Most still in the education system have probably started back at their respective schools colleges and universities by now. Depending on your view, that can be great or a drag. But don’t forget, some of our favourite fictional characters had to hit the grind from time to time! Here […]

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Featured

The List – Top 5 Films To Make You Forget Harry Potter

September 4, 2017 Niamh Ennis

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So okay, the upcoming Jungle may only be Dan Radcliffe’s thirteenth non-Potter film and only eight since Potter wrapped, but this is a point that gets my goat, particularly in Journalism. It’s safe to say that Radcliffe and co will always be connected with the Potter films and rightly so, but I for one look forward […]

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My Dad is Rich – Draco and the Malfoys – Track of the Day

August 31, 2017 Niamh Ennis

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September 1st has a special place in the heart of Harry Potter fans everywhere. This is because Hogwarts students start the school year on this date every year. Many fans still wish they could get their letters to attend the school, even if people tend to forget just how long it seems to take to […]

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Books

Is the Real ‘ A History Of Magic’ Finally On The Way?

July 21, 2017 Niamh Ennis

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Accio Books Just when you thought you were at the peak of Potterhead excitement with the special Philosopher’s Stone just out and the illustrated Prisoner of Azkaban on its way, comes another surprise from Bloomsbury. With the UK Potter publisher’s celebrations of the 20th anniversary of the release of the first Harry Potter book comes […]

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Books

Our First Harry Potter Experiences – Time Turner

July 2, 2017 ArcadeAdmin

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This week marked the 20th anniversary of the release of the first Harry Potter book, stories that changed a generation’s relationship with books and reading forever. To mark the occasion, we asked 5 of our writers to talk about the first time they laid hands on one of J.K. Rowling‘s iconic books. Niamh And The […]

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Art

Magic Makeover – Style Saturday

July 1, 2017 Tendai Muzwidzwa

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Monday was the 20th anniversary of Harry Potter and The Philosopher’s Stone and fans everywhere were celebrating. Be it with their special edition copies of the book or by making their Facebook pages a little more colourful! I figured I’d get in on the action and share some Hogwarts Houses makeup inspired looks. There are […]

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