Rumor: Nintendo tried to buy the rights to Harry Potter

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When the company heard the Potter license was for sale, Nintendo reportedly halted development on Ridge Racer 64, Bionic Commando, and Crystalis to quickly prototype Potter games for the Nintendo 64, Game Boy Advance, and GameCube Other companies bidding for the IP included Disney, Universal, and Warner Bros, with WB obtaining the rights in the end. Unseen64's source said Rowling turned down Nintendo in favor of its competitors because they were able to cover TV and film, as well as gaming. IGN Logo

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