Watchly Safety Review

Somebody Tried to CURSE Me…

PrestonPlayz

8:17 · 408K views · August 1, 2023

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Major ConcernsReviewed June 2026

1Major Issue

2Moderate Concerns

2Minor Flags

This video is safe for most kids but is essentially a long advertisement for a mobile game, with heavy sponsorship and in-game gambling-like mechanics. The positive aspects include promoting strategic thinking and teamwork through the Harry Potter theme, but parents should be aware of the commercial nature and the loot box elements. Overall, it's a fun but sponsored gameplay video that may encourage kids to want to download the game.

Content Breakdown · 5 Categories

Strong & Crude LanguageA little

No crude or strong language appears in the transcript. The closest is a mild 'freaking' used for emphasis, which is not a profanity.

See evidence (1)

“holy fudge (as a mild substitute for stronger language)”

Hidden Advertising & Sponsored ContentA lot

The video is sponsored by WB Games for 'Harry Potter: Magic Awakened' and contains multiple direct promotional segments for the mobile game throughout. However, the sponsorship is disclosed at the beginning ('this video is sponsored by Warner Brothers games') and in the description, so it is transparent — not hidden. Score is moderate due to frequency of promotion but no deception.

See evidence (3)

“Thank you to WB Games for sponsoring this video”

“also a very special shout out to Harry Potter magic awakened for sponsoring this video now let's explore some magic”

“Thank you again to Warner Brothers games for sponsoring this video”

Gambling Mechanics in GamesSome

The video shows opening card packs with 'keys' that grant random cards — a gacha/loot box system. Players discuss getting 'rare', 'epic', and 'legendary' cards with excitement, which trains variable-reward expectation. However, it's part of standard mobile game progression and not emphasized as paid gambling.

See evidence (3)

“oh I got a rare card can you get the Whomping Willows another rare card wait did you get rare or did you get an epic because I got an epic”

“legendary summons a Thunderbird”

“I got a golden key I may or may not have gotten a golden key”

Engagement Baiting & Manipulative CTAsA little

No guilt-tripping for engagement, superstition CTAs, fake giveaways, or coercive language. The only call to action is standard: subscribe/merch links in description and a natural 'download the game' from sponsorship.

Playful & Fantasy ViolenceSome

The entire video revolves around fantasy wizard duels with magical spells and creatures, but all within the context of a mobile game. Combat is stylized and consequence-free — playful fantasy violence. No realistic violence.

See evidence (3)

“oh this guy just summoned a freaking bow and arrow dude”

“I'm using my Thunderbird use my Thunderbird”

“we both hit each other with the same fire spell at the same time”

What Parents Need to Know

This video is a sponsored gameplay walkthrough of the mobile game 'Harry Potter: Magic Awakened'. The creators play the game, duel each other, and discuss strategies. The video is essentially a long advertisement for the game, with the creators repeatedly promoting it. While the content is generally safe and fun for Harry Potter fans, parents should be aware of the heavy sponsorship and the in-game gambling-like mechanics (loot boxes) that are showcased. The video does not contain any strong language, realistic violence, or mature themes. On the positive side, it encourages strategic thinking and teamwork, and it can be a fun way for kids to engage with the Harry Potter universe.

Talk to Your Kids About

1What did you think about the game they were playing? Would you want to try it?
2Did you notice that the video was sponsored? What does that mean?
3The game has card packs that give random cards. How do you feel about that kind of mechanic?
4What house would you want to be in at Hogwarts, and why?

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What's This Video About?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What age is this video appropriate for?

This video is appropriate for children aged 8 and up. The content is a sponsored gameplay walkthrough of a Harry Potter mobile game, with no strong language, realistic violence, or mature themes. However, the heavy sponsorship and in-game gambling-like mechanics (loot boxes) may require parental guidance for younger viewers.

What is the main content of this video?

The video is a sponsored gameplay video of the mobile game 'Harry Potter: Magic Awakened'. The creators play through the game, duel each other, and showcase features like deck building and card collection. It is essentially a long advertisement for the game.

Is this video an advertisement?

Yes, the video is heavily sponsored by Warner Bros. Games for the mobile game 'Harry Potter: Magic Awakened'. The creators repeatedly mention the sponsorship and encourage viewers to download the game. This is a clear example of hidden advertising, as the entire video is essentially a commercial.

Does the video contain gambling or loot box mechanics?

The video features gameplay of a mobile game that includes loot box mechanics (opening card packs to get random rare cards). The classification score for 'Gambling Mechanics in Games' is 0.50, indicating a moderate concern. Parents should be aware that this may normalize spending money on random in-game items.

Are there any concerning themes in this video?

The video has no strong language, realistic violence, sexual content, or bullying. The only potential concerns are the heavy sponsorship and the gambling-like mechanics in the game. The fantasy violence (wizard duels) is mild and cartoonish.

What is the video about?

The video is a sponsored gameplay walkthrough of 'Harry Potter: Magic Awakened', a mobile game. The creators play the game, duel each other, and discuss strategies. It is essentially a long-form advertisement for the game, with the creators repeatedly promoting it.