You’ll also be able to perform spells – spells that will let you actually interact with the creatures, adding a whole new layer of realism. And the beasts themselves are quite imposing – trust us, you haven’t felt real awe until you’ve stared an enormous Occamy in the eye...

But don’t just take our word for it – here’s what Eddie Redmayne says:

Our favourite spell enabled us to lift a sneaky Niffler up in the air, turn him over and shake the gold out of his pouch… very satisying. Although we can’t say the Niffler looked that happy about it, but hey, it must happen to them all the time, given all the shiny things they pilfer.