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- "Live the unwritten"
- — Tagline of the game[src]
Hogwarts Legacy is an open-world action role-playing game set in the late 19th century within the wizarding world. Developed by Avalanche Software and published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment under the Portkey Games label, the game was released on 10 February 2023 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.[4] It was originally going to be released on 4 April 2023 on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, but the release date was changed to 5 May 2023.[2] It was released on the Nintendo Switch on 14 November 2023.[3]
Plot[]
- "Experience Hogwarts in the 1800s. Your character is a student who holds the key to an ancient secret that threatens to tear the wizarding world apart. You have received a late acceptance to the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry and soon discover that you are no ordinary student: you possess an unusual ability to perceive and master Ancient Magic. Only you can decide if you will protect this secret for the good of all, or yield to the temptation of more sinister magic.
Discover the feeling of living at Hogwarts as you make allies, battle Dark wizards, and ultimately decide the fate of the wizarding world. Your legacy is what you make of it." - — Hogwarts Legacy website
Players create a character capable of seeing and harnessing ancient magic who begins attending Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry as a fifth-year student in the 1890s. During the gameplay reveal trailer in March 2022, a newspaper can be seen dated 1 September 1890. Players experience the life of the student as they "live the unwritten" and embark on a dangerous journey to uncover a hidden truth of the wizarding world.
Besides the protagonist, there are companion students such as Natsai Onai, a brave and justice-seeking Gryffindor, Poppy Sweeting, a kind and beast-loving Hufflepuff, and Sebastian Sallow, a charismatic and optimistic Slytherin.
Villains include Ranrok (a goblin staging a rebellion against wizardkind) and Victor Rookwood (a Dark wizard operating in and around Hogsmeade).
Development[]
The game was originally leaked on Reddit in October 2018 alongside a now-deleted unofficial trailer that showed extensive character creation, spell-casting, magical creatures, and exploration. No official comment was given by either Warner Bros. nor J. K. Rowling, although many reputable sources inside WB Avalanche, including high ranking employees, teased or claimed to know of the game.[5][6][7][8]
The game was announced via a video game showcase stream by Sony on 16 September 2020.[9] It was set to be available to players in 2021, but the date was later delayed twice, first to 2022, then to 10 February 2023 to continue developing the game for a better experience for players.[1]
On 17 March 2022, PlayStation revealed a State of Play presentation that featured 20 minutes of gameplay and behind the scenes content.[10][11] Community manager Chandler Wood revealed that the game will not have any microtransactions.[12]
On 18 May 2022, Avalanche released an ASMR video showing some additional footage of the Hogwarts grounds, Hogsmeade, and an unidentified area which included a store called the Magic Neep. While it did not include any additional story information, it did confirm several locations including Zonkos, Dervish and Banges, and Steeply and Sons tea shop.
On 24 May 2022, PlayStation revealed that PS5 will have exclusives relating to the Dual Sense controllers.[13]
The game had started development with actors portraying characters in the games. Actors were cast and were scheduled to start when the COVID-19 pandemic occurred. As a result, actors were forced to stay at home. The cast were forced to use the company Beyond Capture in Vancouver and employ Canadian actors. They used actors who were able to perform multiple actors; Direction and communication via Zoom.[14]
On 12 August 2022, the official release date was revealed to be 10 February 2023 for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X. The Switch version would be ported later on.[15]
A new exclusive trailer was unveiled at Gamescon on 23 August 2022, with a pre-order date on 25 August.[16] A Digital Deluxe version was revealed in the same trailer, with a collector's edition revealed on 24 August.[17]
On 13 December 2022, Avalanche delayed the game for Xbox One and PlayStation 4 until 4 April 2023.[18][19]
On 6 March, the game on Xbox One and Playstation 4 was delayed from 4 April to 5 May.[2]
Gameplay[]
Gameplay includes detailed character creation, spell-casting, exploration, stealth, and elements of both the action and role-playing genres. As it is common for non-free console and PC games, no system of microtransactions is used, unlike the similar mobile game Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery.[12][20]
The player is able to develop their own duelling style by combining different spells. They are also able to make specific allies; it is possible to become a Dark wizard or witch instead of following a hero path, though the ending will still be the same as the protagonist is lauded as a hero for saving Hogwarts.[20]
The game is set in the Scottish Highlands, including Hogwarts and a vast territory around it. Broom flight can be used to reach farther locations, which includes wizard villages such as Hogsmeade. The developers have also confirmed a fast-travel system known as "Floo Flames". The scenery and other environments are highly detailed and intricate, weather events affect the environment, and the four climatic seasons are reflected in the landscape.[20]
A Wizard's Field Guide is provided to the player which keeps track of their level. It also includes their map, quests, owl post, settings, challenges, collections, talents (which unlocks through the main story), inventory and gear.
Characters[]
Hogwarts students[]
Unknown House[]
- Unidentified student
- Isaac Cooper
- Arthur Siggs[21]
- Ruby Wiel
- Lottie Fernsby
- Ezra Quintrell
- Elsie Morgan
Gryffindor[]
- Cressida Blume
- Eric Northcott
- Garreth Weasley
- Hector Jenkins
- Lawrence Davies
- Leander Prewett
- Lucan Brattleby
- Natsai Onai
- Nellie Oggspire
Hufflepuff[]
- Adelaide Oakes
- Arthur Plummly
- Benny Stokes
- Charlotte Morrison
- Evangeline Bardsley
- Lenora Everleigh
- Poppy Sweeting
- Sacharissa Tugwood
Ravenclaw[]
- Amit Thakkar
- Andrew Larson
- Astoria Crickett
- Constance Dagworth
- Duncan Hobhouse
- Everett Clopton
- Gertrude Wigley
- Hector Fawley
- Mahendra Pehlwaan
- Samantha Dale
- Sophronia Franklin
- Zenobia Noke
Slytherin[]
- Anne Sallow
- Grace Pinch-Smedley
- Imelda Reyes
- Nerida Roberts
- Ominis Gaunt
- Priscilla Wakefield
- Sebastian Sallow
- Violet McDowell
Hogwarts staff[]
- Phineas Nigellus Black, Professor, Headmaster
- Matilda Weasley, Professor, Transfiguration and Deputy Headmistress
- Eleazar Fig, Professor, Magical Theory
- Aesop Sharp, Professor, Potions
- Dinah Hecat, Professor, Defence Against the Dark Arts
- Mirabel Garlick, Professor, Herbology
- Abraham Ronen, Professor, Charms
- Cuthbert Binns, Professor, History of Magic
- Bai Howin, Professor, Beasts
- Chiyo Kogawa, Professor, Flying
- Mudiwa Onai, Professor, Divination
- Satyavati Shah, Professor, Astronomy
- Noreen Blainey, matron
- Agnes Scribner, librarian
- Gladwin Moon, caretaker
Historical wizards[]
Keepers[]
Others[]
- Baruffio
- Noctua Gaunt
- Apollonia Black
- Artemisia Blackwood
- Eunon Blackwood
- Lysandra Blackwood
- Bragbor the Boastful
- Herodiana Byrne
- Illyius
- Isidora Morganach
- Richard Jackdaw
- Lachlan the Lanky
- Merlin
- Anne Thisbe
- Salazar Slytherin
Hogsmeade villagers[]
- Thomas Brown
- Beatrice Green
- Augustus Hill
- Cassandra Mason
- Gerbold Ollivander
- Sirona Ryan
- Ellie Peck
- Parry Pippin
- Calliope Snelling
- Timothy Teasdale
- Thaddeus Travers
- Jasper Trout
- Albie Weekes
- Lottie Featherbottom
Rookwood Gang[]
- Ackley Barnes
- Catrin Haggarty
- Theophilus Harlow
- Iona Morgan
- Victor Rookwood
- Silvanus Selwyn
- Tempeste Thorne
- Ailsa Travers
- Gwendolyn Zhou
Others[]
- Arn
- Leopold Babcocke
- Bardolph Beaumont
- Claire Beaumont
- Archie Bickle
- Johanna Bickle
- Biscuit
- The Bloody Baron
- Effie Bones
- Lethia Burbley
- Heath Heatherton
- Death
- Caligo
- Agnes Coffey
- Deek
- Otto Dibble
- Dorran
- Crispin Dunne
- Elek
- Fastidio
- The Fat Friar
- The Fat Lady
- Feenky
- Miriam Fig
- Garnuff
- Gerald
- Gwyneira
- Pádraic Haggarty
- Cillian Hawksworth
- Hazel
- The Grey Lady
- Rosie Hill
- Highwing
- Ernie Lark
- Fatimah Lawang
- Lodgok
- Bella Navarro
- Bernard Ndiaye
- The Lord of the Shore
- Nearly Headless Nick
- Hyacinth Olivier
- George Osric
- Rowland Oakes
- Peeves
- Piers Pemberton
- Penny
- Persephone
- Agabus Philbert
- Dulcibella Philbert
- Rohan Prakash
- Mary Portman
- Daisy Rabe
- Isko Rabe
- Ranrok
- Alexandra Ricketts
- Rococo
- Sepulchria
- Solomon Sallow
- Scrope
- Ruth Singer
- Jalal Sehmi
- Wigot Spitchwick
- Dorothy Sprottle
- Perdita Strix
- Eddie Thistlewood
- Helen Thistlewood
- Nora Treadwell
- Priya Treadwell
- Ethel Wigley
- Clementine Willardsey
- Ogle
Locations[]
- Diagon Alley
- Hogsmeade Valley
- Hogwarts Castle
- The Great Hall
- Hogwarts Library
- A History of Magic Classroom
- A Potions Classroom
- The Astronomy Wing
- The Bell Tower Wing
- The Fat Lady's Corridor
- The Gryffindor common room
- The Slytherin common room
- The Hufflepuff common room
- The Ravenclaw common room
- The Owlery Tower
- The Owlery
- The Headmaster's office
- Matilda Weasley's office
- The Hogwarts kitchens
- A Herbology Classroom
- The Prefects' Bathroom
- The Room of Requirement
- The Viaduct Courtyard
- The Central Hall
- The Transfiguration Courtyard
- The Transfiguration Classroom
- The Library Annex
- The Clock Tower Courtyard
- The Clock Tower
- The Hall of Herodiana
- The Hesperius Hall
- The Hospital Wing
- The Gamekeeper's Hut
- The Faculty Tower
- The Detention Chamber
- The Undercroft
- The Greenhouses
- Summoner's Court
- Hidden doors
- Dungeons
- Highlands
- Hogwarts Valley
- North Hogwarts Region
- South Hogwarts Region
- Feldcroft Region
- Azkaban's island
World map[]
Spells[]
Essential[]
- Basic Cast
- Full Body-Bind Curse (Petrificus Totalus)
- General Counter-Spell (Finite)
- Revelio Charm (Revelio)
- Shield Charm (Protego)
- Stunning Spell (Stupefy)
- Unidentified ancient magic finishers
- Unidentified ancient magic throw
- Unidentified potion-making spell
- Unlocking Charm (Alohomora)
Selectable[]
- Altering Spell
- Banishing Charm (Depulso)
- Blasting Curse (Confringo)
- Bombardment Spell (Bombarda)
- Conjuring Spell
- Cruciatus Curse (Crucio)
- Descendo
- Disarming Charm (Expelliarmus)
- Disillusionment Charm
- Freezing Spell (Glacius)
- Fire-Making Spell (Incendio)
- Imperius Curse (Imperio)
- Killing Curse (Avada Kedavra)
- Knockback Jinx (Flipendo)
- Levitation Charm (Wingardium Leviosa)
- Levitation Spell (Levioso)
- Mending Charm (Reparo)
- Severing Charm (Diffindo)
- Slowing Charm (Arresto Momentum)
- Summoning Charm (Accio)
- Transformation Spell
- Vanishing Spell (Evanesco)
- Wand-Lighting Charm (Lumos)
Others[]
- Apparition
- Expulso Curse (Expulso)
- One-Eyed Witch Spell (Dissendium)
- Reductor Curse (Reducto)
Potions[]
- Edurus Potion
- Felix Felicis
- Focus Potion
- Invisibility Potion
- Maxima Potion
- Thunderbrew
- Wiggenweld Potion
Creatures[]
- Beasts
- Augurey
- Basilisk (mentioned only)
- Billywig (mentioned only)
- Bowtruckle (mentioned only)
- Centaur
- Dark Mongrel
- Demiguise (mentioned only)
- Diricawl
- Dragons
- Antipodean Opaleye (mentioned only)
- Common Welsh Green
- Hebridean Black
- Hungarian Horntail
- Peruvian Vipertooth (mentioned only)
- Ukrainian Ironbelly (mentioned only)
- Dugbog
- Erumpent (chalkboard drawing only)
- Fire Crab (mentioned only)
- Fwooper
- Giant Purple Toad
- Giant Squid
- Ghoul (mentioned only)
- Glumbumble (mentioned only)
- Gnome (mentioned only)
- Golden Snidget
- Graphorn
- Grim
- Grindylow (mentioned only)
- Hidebehind (mentioned only)
- Hippogriff
- Jobberknoll
- Kelpie (mentioned only)
- Kneazle
- Lethifold (mentioned only)
- Mackled Malaclaw (mentioned only)
- Merperson (mentioned only)
- Mooncalf
- Niffler
- Occamy (mentioned only)
- Owl
- Phoenix
- Puffskein
- Runespoor (mentioned only)
- Snallygaster (mentioned only)
- Spiders
- Trolls
- Unicorn
- Wampus cat (mentioned only)
- Werewolf (mentioned only)
- Winged horse
- Wyvern (statue only)
- Beings
- Spirits
- Inferius
Quests[]
Main Quests[]
Quest name | Location | Notes |
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The Path to Hogwarts[22] |
Highlands | Professor Fig and I have travelled via Portkey to a remote cliffside in the Scottish Highlands. We need to explore the mysterious ruins that we suspect the Portkey was meant to lead us to.
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Attend Your First Day at Hogwarts[23] | ||
Welcome to Hogwarts |
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Charms Class[24] |
The Astronomy Wing | The Field Guide Map show Professor Ronen's class is in the Astronomy Wing.
This castle is enormous! I may need to use the Charmed Compass in the Field Guide to help me find the way.
Rewards:Accio |
Defence Against the Dark Arts Class[25] |
The Astronomy Wing | The Field Guide Map shows Professor Hecat's class is in the lower section of the Astronomy Wing.
I could get lost in this castle. I may need to use the Charmed compass in the Field Guide to help me find the way.
Rewards: Levioso |
Weasley After Class[26] |
Transfiguration classroom | Professor Weasley wants to see me in her classroom which is off the Transfiguration Courtyard, located between the Library Annex and the Astronomy Wing. Hopefully she has word on replacing my lost supplies.
Requirements: 2 - Required Level |
Welcome to Hogsmeade[27] |
Near the entrance to Hogwarts | Professor Weasley has arranged for me to visit the nearby village of Hogsmeade and replace my lost supplies. I should be able to navigate to the different shops using my map. Natty Onai/Sebastian Sallow will keep me company along the way.
Requirements: 2 - Required Level, Reparo |
Find the Secret in the Restricted Section[28] | ||
The Locket's Secret |
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Secrets of the Restricted Section[29] |
Requirements: 3 - Required Level, Incendio Rewards: Disillusionment | |
Tomes and Tribulations |
Professor Fig's office | |
Live as a Student Until Professor Fig Returns[30] | ||
Lower Hogsfield | Natty Onai has asked me to meet her at a hamlet called Lower Hogsfield, just south of Hogwarts. I should see what she wants.
Requirements: 4 - Required Level | |
Trials of Merlin[citation needed] |
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Herbology Class[32] |
Greenhouses | I need to attend Herbology class, taught by Professor Garlick in the Greenhouses.
Requirements: 3 - Required Level |
Potions Class[33] |
The next class I must attend is Potions. It is taught by Professor Sharp.
Requirements: 4 - Required Level | |
Tell Professor Fig about the Map Chamber[34] | ||
Ollivander's Heirloom[35] |
Hogsmeade | Mr Ollivander, the wandmaker in Hogsmeade, wants to see me about something. I should pay him a visit.
Requirements: 5 - Required Level |
Scrope's Last Hope[citation needed] |
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The Hunt for the Missing Pages |
Nearly Headless Nick may have information regarding the missing pages I seek.
Requirements: 5 - Required Level | |
Jackdaw's Rest[36] |
Forbidden Forest | The ghost of Richard Jackdaw is going to meet me at the edge of the Forbidden Forest. He said he'll show me how to get to the cave where he died. He's certain the missing pages are still there with his decapitated remains.
Requirements: Expelliarmus |
Complete the First Keeper Trial[37] | ||
Flying Class[37] |
In today's Flying class, Madam Kowaga is reviewing basic broom flight and manoeuvrability.
Requirements: 6 - Required Level | |
In the Shadow of the Undercroft[38] |
Defence Against the Dark Arts classroom | I can probably find Sebastian at his usual spot near the Defence Against the Dark Arts classroom.
Requirements: 8 - Required Level |
The Map Chamber[citation needed] |
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Percival Rackham's Trial[citation needed] |
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The Room of Requirement[39] |
Astronomy Tower | Professor Weasley has requested I meet her in the seventh-floor cooridor of the Astronomy Tower. This is an odd location for a meeting. I wonder what she wants.
Requirements: 6 - Required Level |
Prepare for your Search for the Final Keeper | ||
I need to attend Beasts class, taught by Professor Howin
Go to Beasts class Requirements: 13 - Required Level | ||
The Caretaker's Lunar Lament |
The Grand Staircase | Gladwin Moon, the Hogwarts caretaker, wishes to speak with me about something. I should find him near the Reception Hall.
Rewards: Alohomora |
The Helm of Urtkot |
I need to travel to Hogsmeade. I should be able to find Sirona inside the Three Broomsticks
Requirements: 12 - Required Level, Depulso | |
In the Shadow of the Estate[citation needed] |
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The Elf, the Nab-Sack, and the Loom[citation needed] |
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The High Keep[citation needed] |
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Astronomy Class[citation needed] |
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Back on the Path[citation needed] |
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Charles Rookwood's Trial[citation needed] |
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Fire and Vice[citation needed] |
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In the Shadow of the Mine[citation needed] |
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It's All Gobbledegook[citation needed] |
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The Headmistress Speaks[citation needed] |
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The Polyjuice Plot[citation needed] |
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Niamh Fitzgerald's Trial[citation needed] |
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In the Shadow of the Mountain[citation needed] |
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Lodgok's Loyalty[citation needed] |
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San Bakar's Trial[citation needed] |
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Wand Mastery[citation needed] |
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The Final Repository[citation needed] |
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Weasley's Watchful Eye[citation needed] |
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The House Cup[citation needed] |
Assignments[]
Quest name | Location | Notes |
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Madam Kogawa's Assignment 1 |
Madam Kogawa has conjured a number of balloons around the Hogsmeade Station and the Quidditch pitch. She wants me to use my broom to reach and pop them.
Rewards: Glacius | |
Madam Kogawa's Assignment 2 |
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Professor Garlick's Assignment 1 |
Professor Garlick wants me to field test a Venomous Tentacula and a Mandrake. Should I need any seeds or plants, I can visit Dogweed and Deathcap. My Field Guide will not guide me through this assignment, but my map could still prove useful.
Rewards: Wingardium Leviosa | |
Professor Garlick's Assignment 2 |
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Professor Hecat's Assignment 1[40] |
Defence Against the Dark Arts classroom | Professor Hecat would like to see me about some additional assignments.
Rewards: Incendio |
Professor Hecat's Assignment 2[42] |
Professor Hecat wants me to practise avoiding attacks by dodge rolling. She also wants me to cast Incendio on a few enemies. My Field Guide will not guide me through this assignment, but my map could still prove useful.
Rewards: Expelliarmus | |
Professor Onai's Assignment |
Professor Onai wants me to field test Depulso on a levitated enemy. She also wants me to collect Troll bogeys, so I will need to find and defeat a Troll to complete her assignment. My Field Guide will not guide me through this assignment, but my map could still prove useful.
Rewards: Descendo | |
Professor Ronen's Assignment[43] |
Transfiguration Courtyard | Professor Ronen would like to speak with me about some additional assignments.
Rewards: Reparo |
Professor Sharp's Assignment 1[44] |
Professor Sharp wants me to test myself while under the influence of both the Maxima and Edurus Potions. He'd also like me to field test a Focus Potion. I know to find potions and recipes at J. Pippins Potions. Myg Field Guide will not guide me through this assignment, but my map could still prove useful.
Rewards: Depulso |
Relationship Quests[]
Quest name | Location | Notes |
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A Basis for Blackmail[citation needed] |
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A Bird in the Hand[citation needed] |
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A Dragon Debrief[citation needed] |
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Acting on Instinct[citation needed] |
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Finding Focus[citation needed] |
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Grief and Vengeance[citation needed] |
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Harlow's Last Stand[citation needed] |
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In the Shadow of Distance[citation needed] |
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In the Shadow of Fate[citation needed] |
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In the Shadow of Friendship[citation needed] |
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In the Shadow of Hope[citation needed] |
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In the Shadow of Discovery[citation needed] |
Sebastian sent me an owl saying he found something interesting in the book from the Scriptorium and he wants to discuss it in the Undercroft.
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In the Shadow of the Bloodline[citation needed] |
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In the Shadow of the Relic[citation needed] |
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In the Shadow of the Study[citation needed] |
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In the Shadow of Time[citation needed] |
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It's in the Stars[citation needed] |
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Mum's the Word[citation needed] |
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Poached Egg[citation needed] |
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Poppy Blooms[citation needed] |
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Surprise Meeting[citation needed] |
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The Centaur and the Stone[citation needed] |
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The Lost Child[citation needed] |
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The Poachers' House Call[citation needed] |
Side Quests[]
Quest name | Location | Notes |
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Absconder Encounter |
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Breaking Camp |
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Brother's Keeper |
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Cache in the Castle |
The first clue shows a rhinoceros skeleton on display. I know I must have walked by that at least a dozen times. Now if only I could remember where it is.
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Carted Away |
Lower Hogsfield | A goblin outside of Lower Hogsfield seems distraught over his missing cart. He doesn't seem to be aligned with Ranrok's Loyalists. Perhaps I should investigate.
Rewards: Appearances |
Crossed Wands: Round 1[45] |
Clock Tower | I should speak with Lucan Brattleby about the secret duelling club.
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Crossed Wands: Round 2[46] |
Clock Tower | I should check in with Lucan Brattleby and see if another round of Crossed Wands is available.
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Crossed Wands: Round 3[47] |
Clock Tower | The final round of duelling is available at Crossed Wands. It will determine the champion of the school. I should see Lucan Brattleby.
Rewards: Appearances |
Astronomy Wing | Nellie Oggspire is in the Transfiguration Courtyard and seems elated about something. I’m interested to learn what’s so exciting.
Rewards: Relic House Uniform | |
A Demanding Delivery |
Hogsmeade | Parry Pippin of J. Pippin's Potions in Hogsmeade sent me an owl regarding a delivery. I should speak with him if I'm looking for some simple work.
Rewards: Appearances, Gold |
'Dissending' for Sweets |
The Great Hall | It appears that Garreth Weasley wants to speak with me.
Rewards: Gold, Conjuration Spellcraft |
Flight Test[49] |
Hogsmeade | After completing my broom flight training in Madam Kogawa's Flying class, Everett mentioned checking in with Albie Weekes at Sprintwitches to get a broom.
I purchased a broom from Mr Weekes and he advised I speak with Imelda Reyes at the Quidditch Pitch. She's running timed trials which are sure to be the perfect flight tests.
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Follow the Butterflies |
Hogsmeade | I overheard Clementine Willardsey talking to herself in the Three Broomsticks. She mentioned something about a swarm of butterflies.
Rewards: Conjuration Spellcraft |
A Friend in Deed |
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Foal of the Dead |
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Owlery | The map portrays a forest, bridge and candles. I've put it into my bag for reference.
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Gobs of Gobstones |
Defence Against the Dark Arts Tower | *Find Zenobia's Gobstones (0/6) |
Like a Moth to a Frame[51] |
Central Hall | Lenora mentioned that the painting revealed a clue when she cast Lumos near it. Perhaps I should try that myself.
Rewards: Appearances |
The Lost Astrolabe |
Black Lake | A student outside Lower Hogsfield is staring longingly out over the waters of Black Lake. I wonder what's on her mind.
Rewards: Appearances |
The Lost Child[52] |
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The Man Behind the Moons[53] |
The South Wing | Mr Moon will teach me a more advanced form of Alohomora once I find all the Demiguise statues. I should search Hogwarts, Hogsmeade and many hamlets for the statues. I can only collect, the moons from the statues at night.
Rewards: Alohomora II & Alohomora III |
Spell Combination Practice 1[54] |
Clock Tower | I should see about starting a training regimen for practicing spell combinations.
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Spell Combination Practice 2[55] |
Clock Tower | The Crossed Wands club meets regularly in the Clock Tower. I should be able to find Lucan Brattleby there.
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Sweeping the Competition |
Hogsmeade | Look into a new broom enhancement with Albie Weeks in Spintwitches Sporting Needs.
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The Tale of Rowland Oakes[56] |
Adelaide Oakes seems worried about someone. I should speak with her.
Rowland's map depicts a few key landmarks. Perhaps I can use them to help me work out where the goblins have taken him.
Requirements: 10 - Suggested Level | |
A Thief in the Night |
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Venomous Valour |
Media gallery[]
Promotional[]
Trailers[]
Soundtrack[]
Other[]
Achievements/Trophies[]
Behind the scenes[]
- This is the first Wizarding World media set primarily in Hogwarts that does not bear the "Harry Potter" title.
- On 16 September 2020, a trailer for Hogwarts Legacy was released.
- On 17 September 2020, Warner Bros. announced that Hogwarts Legacy is not a new story from J. K. Rowling, and she is not directly involved in the creation of the game.[57]
- Other wizards known to have lived at the time and place who are absent in the game include Armando Dippet, and Bathilda Bagshot.
- Interestingly, and perhaps mistakenly, promotional images appear to show the Hogwarts Whomping Willow and the Forbidden Forest Acromantula colony. They would be anachronisms, since they were founded long after the 1800s. The colony was founded by Aragog and Mosag in Rubeus Hagrid's third year at Hogwarts in 1943, while the Whomping Willow was planted when Remus Lupin started at Hogwarts in 1971.
- Another anachronism, shown in the trailer, was a Hogwarts student riding an enchanted carriage to the school. However, Hogwarts would already have the Hogwarts Express at this time, as it was first in operation no later than the 1850s. It may be that the carriage was just an alternate method of transportation at the time.
- A companion book, The Art and Making of Hogwarts Legacy, was also published.
- Extended footage of the game was released on 17 March 2022.[58]
- This footage shows characters using the Summoning Charm (Accio) to pull enemies towards themselves and then attack with another spell. However, outside this game this spell is only known to summon objects, not people or creatures, with the exception of Newt who subjected a pet to it to recover the creature,[59] and Ted Tonks who summoned a fish to eat.[60]
- This is actually addressed in a dialogue between Sebastian Sallow and Ominis Gaunt after the first Charms class. While Sebastian comments to the new student that they can use the charm on people, Ominis corrects him and states that the charm would actually have to be used on the clothes the targeted people are wearing.[61]
- This footage shows characters using the Summoning Charm (Accio) to pull enemies towards themselves and then attack with another spell. However, outside this game this spell is only known to summon objects, not people or creatures, with the exception of Newt who subjected a pet to it to recover the creature,[59] and Ted Tonks who summoned a fish to eat.[60]
- The students in this game wear different robes. They are coloured and gave the symbolic animals woven into the back.
- On 12 August 2022, the release date was pushed back to 10 February 2023.[1]
- At Gamescon on 23 August, a new trailer was revealed showing the dark side, winning Best Trailer.[62][63] At the same time, it was revealed that PlayStation owners will have an exclusive quest. Preorders were announced and made available on 25 August.
- On 13 September 2022, the quest was revealed to be a time event for 1 year starting from the launch date. It featured the protagonist visiting Cassandra Mason at The Haunted Hogsmeade Shop.[64]
- Over 22 million copies were sold, with implication of more games.[65]
- A petition was started to ensure a hypothetical sequel to the game would not be live-service.[66]
- On 6 June 2024, the Summer update was released on every platform, bringing in content that was previously exclusive to PlayStation consoles. Content released included the Azkaban outfit, Felix Felicis potion recipe, and the Haunted Hogsmeade quest. Additionally, photo mode was released to all platforms. [67]
See also[]
External links[]
- Hogwarts Legacy's official website
- Hogwarts Legacy at the Internet Movie Database
- Hogwarts Legacy's official account on Facebook
- Hogwarts Legacy's official account on Instagram
- Hogwarts Legacy's official account on X
- Hogwarts Legacy's official channel on YouTube
- Hogwarts Legacy's official channel Discord server
Notes and references[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Hogwarts Legacy on X: "Hogwarts Legacy will launch on February 10, 2023 for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. The Nintendo Switch launch date will be revealed soon. The team is excited for you to play, but we need a little more time to deliver the best possible game experience."
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Hogwarts Legacy on X: "We're overwhelmed with gratitude for the response to Hogwarts Legacy from fans around the globe. The team is working hard to deliver the best possible experience on all platforms and we need more time to do this. Hogwarts Legacy will launch for PS4 and Xbox One May 5, 2023."
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Hogwarts Legacy on X: "Hogwarts Legacy launches on Nintendo Switch on 11/14/23. We know fans are looking forward to playing on Switch, therefore creating the best possible experience is our top priority. Thank you for your patience. Available now on PS5 & PS4, Xbox X"
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 Warner Bros. website
- ↑ Emre Kaya on X: "While the ESA is trying to come up with a way to continue E3 digitally, many game companies/publishers have decided to try their own thing similar to Nintendo's "Nintendo Direct". Warner Bros is one of these companies."
- ↑ Jason Schreier on X: "I do"
- ↑ Troy Leavitt on X: "Yes! "Soon" (tm). :)"
- ↑ James Sigfield on X: "@jasonschreier already said it so fuck it. YES, WB is having an E3 conference this year to announce their full slate of games including Batman and their DC Game Universe, Harry Potter and more. BUT...."
- ↑ Hogwarts Legacy – Writing for the Wizarding World in the 1800s
- ↑ Live the Unwritten in Thursday's Hogwarts Legacy State of Play
- ↑ Hogwarts Legacy: Your first look at extended gameplay
- ↑ 12.0 12.1 Chandler Wood on X: "We've seen this question coming up and want to set the record straight. There are no microtransactions in Hogwarts Legacy."
- ↑ How Hogwarts Legacy taps PS5 features to make gameplay feel magical
- ↑ Autodesk presentation
- ↑ Hogwarts Legacy release date announced, and it brings disappointment
- ↑ Hogwarts Legacy’s new trailer shows the dark side of siding with Slytherin
- ↑ Hogwarts Legacy on X: "Information regarding the Collector's Edition for Hogwarts Legacy will be revealed tomorrow, 8/24 at 6AM PT."
- ↑ Hogwarts Legacy is delayed yet again on some systems
- ↑ Hogwarts Legacy Delayed on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One - IGN
- ↑ 20.0 20.1 20.2 PS5 State of Play
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- ↑ J.K. Rowling ‘not directly involved’ in creation of Hogwarts Legacy game, Warner Bros. says
- ↑ PlayStation on X: "Wands at the ready for an all new State of Play focused on Hogwarts Legacy, featuring an extended first look at gameplay this Thursday, March 17 at 2 PM PT: http://play.st/34IDTcW"
- ↑ Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald - The Original Screenplay, Scene 48
- ↑ Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Chapter 15 (The Goblin's Revenge)
- ↑ Hogwarts Legacy, Main Quest "Charms Class"
- ↑ Hogwarts Legacy Wins Gamescom Award
- ↑ https://www.gamescom.global/en/news/z/hogwarts-legacy-shows-darker-sides-at-gamescomdead link
- ↑ A dark secret awaits in Hogwarts Legacy's Haunted Hogsmeade PlayStation exclusive quest
- ↑ https://variety.com/2024/gaming/news/hogwarts-legacy-quidditch-video-game-1235860849/
- ↑ Hogwarts Legacy Fans Start Petition to Save Sequel
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i1n0iSq1byw
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Philosopher's Stone | book | film | games | film soundtrack | game soundtrack |
Chamber of Secrets | book | film | games | film soundtrack | game soundtrack |
Prisoner of Azkaban | book | film | games | film soundtrack | game soundtrack |
Goblet of Fire | book | film | games | film soundtrack | game soundtrack |
Order of the Phoenix | book | film | game | film soundtrack | game soundtrack |
Half-Blood Prince | book | film | games | film soundtrack | game soundtrack |
Deathly Hallows | book | film 1 | games 1 | film soundtrack 1 | game soundtrack 1 |
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Cursed Child | script | play | |||
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Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them | book | screenplay | film | game | film soundtrack |
The Crimes of Grindelwald | screenplay | film | film soundtrack | ||
The Secrets of Dumbledore | screenplay | film | film soundtrack |