One of the first pieces of content to launch on Google's new Daydream mobile VR platform expands on the most popular and fantastical multimedia franchise in modern history. A VR experience built around Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, a new film in the Harry Potter universe, is heading to Daydream. Google only teased the experience on-stage at its "Made by Google" event today, but it dropped one crucial piece of information: Players will be able to use the Daydream controller as a wand in the game.
Gallery: Google Daydream VR apps + games | 12 Photos
Gallery: Google Daydream VR apps + games | 12 Photos
The Daydream controller functions similarly to Nintendo's Wii remote: It's a slim, motion-tracking stick with a few buttons. Basically, it's a great stand-in for an actual magical wand (just don't tell Ollivander).
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them lands in theaters in November. Coincidentally, Daydream headsets cost $80 and start shipping in November. Google's new Pixel phones, which are Daydream-ready, are available to pre-order today starting at $650.
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