EA Gets Potter

Electronic Arts has grabbed the rights to create video games based on the Harry Potter license. The agreement gives EA exclusive rights to publish interactive games on all platforms based on existing Harry Potter novels as well as any films produced during the life of the deal. "We are extremely excited to become part of the Harry Potter phenomenon by bringing our own brand of interactive magic to this fantastic series," said EA President of Worldwide Studios Don Mattrick. EA will develop the games in its new Chertsey, UK, studio. Financial terms have not been disclosed.