Play Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix (E) Online

Electronic Arts released Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix for the Nintendo DS in 2007, a time when the handheld was full of licensed games trying to capture the feel of their source material. This one stood out for its direct use of the touch screen, letting you actually perform magic instead of just pressing buttons.

You control Harry through a condensed version of his fifth year, exploring a surprisingly open Hogwarts, attending classes, and completing tasks for Dumbledore's Army. The core gameplay involves using the stylus to trace specific spell shapes on the lower screen to cast charms like Wingardium Leviosa or defensive spells in duels. You spend a lot of time navigating the castle's many corridors and secret passages, often hunting for hidden crests or convincing fellow students to join your cause. The pacing is deliberate, focused more on exploration and puzzle solving than constant action, though the boss fights against Death Eaters can be surprisingly challenging. It feels like you are genuinely a student at the school, juggling responsibilities and practicing magic between confrontations with the looming threat of Voldemort's return.