Last week saw the official release of Hogwarts Legacy, which gives aficionados of wizarding culture the ability to live out their own magical fantasies. The open-world role-playing game, which is based on the Harry Potter universe, appears to be the title that many readers of the novels have long awaited.
Players may experience the renowned school of witchcraft and wizardry as a student in the 1800s, before the events of the Harry Potter books, in the new game from the creator Avalanche Software. Here are some essential details regarding Hogwarts Legacy, including when each platform’s version will be available.
What’s the story?
According to the game’s website, Hogwarts Legacy players will “embark on a perilous adventure to unearth a secret reality of the wizarding world.” The castle at Hogwarts, where you take courses, is open for exploration. According to the website, you may also go beyond it to both familiar and unfamiliar places.
You may create a unique persona, select a Hogwarts house, and develop your magical skills by concocting potions, learning spells, and taming animals. The Harry Potter novels and movies are not adapted in Hogwarts Legacy; instead, it stays true to the tradition.
What systems can I play Hogwarts Legacy on?
On February 10, the game’s PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC versions went on sale. The PS4 and Xbox One versions won’t be available until April 4, which is bad for those who want to play them.
To play Hogwarts Legacy on the Nintendo Switch, gamers will have to wait even longer, until July 25.
The game’s release dates have changed three times since it was initially announced in 2020. Under the Portkey Games banner, Warner Bros. Games is the publisher.
Is there early access?
The Deluxe Edition or Digital Deluxe Edition for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC included 72 hours of early access, starting Feb. 7.
The PS4 and Xbox One versions won’t have an early access period.
Where can I buy Hogwarts Legacy?
For $70 (about £57, AU$99), you can get the Standard Edition for the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S from retailers including GameStop, Amazon, and Best Buy. For $60 (about £49 or $AU85), you can preorder the PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch editions from those retailers. The PC version is offered through Steam and the Epic Games store for $60.
On the game’s website, you may find additional payment options for Hogwarts Legacy, including those for the Deluxe Edition. Although the Collector’s Edition is no longer available, you might be able to find it online for a premium. What is included with each version is listed on the official website.
What are critics saying?
The PS5 version of the game has an 85 Metacritic rating. (The PS5 score is based on the most reviews, with 74; the Xbox Series X|S score is higher while the PC score is somewhat lower.)
The PS5 version, in the opinion of The Tech Fun reporter Sean Keane, “captures the magic of the early novels, with a fascinating original plot, engagingly diverse gameplay, and elaborately built environment to explore,” according to his good review.
J.K. Rowling and Hogwarts Legacy
According to The Week, J.K. Rowling’s detractors have called for a boycott because of the game’s association with the Harry Potter author. Rowling has made several remarks over the past few years that have angered trans supporters and made fun of transgender people.
Rowling was not engaged in the construction of Hogwarts Legacy, according to the website. The enterprise, however, is built on her content, and she continues to profit from sales.
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