Hogwarts Legacy News
2025
April 2
⚫︎ Excitement is building as Hogwarts Legacy is set to enchant Nintendo Switch 2 owners on June 5, 2025. This new release promises enhanced graphics and seamless world transitions, fully leveraging the Switch 2's advanced hardware for a truly immersive wizarding experience. A standout feature is the introduction of full Joy-Con mouse support, which will enhance spellcasting precision and overall control.
Read more: Hogwarts Legacy Magically Makes Its Way to The Nintendo Switch 2 (Game8)
March 28
⚫︎ Bloomberg reveals that Warner Bros. Discovery has pulled the plug on a planned expansion for Hogwarts Legacy amid a broader corporate restructuring, focusing on content value. The canceled DLC, initially slated for a 'Definitive Edition' release, was being crafted by Avalanche Software in collaboration with Rocksteady Studios. While the expansion won't see the light of day, fans can look forward to a sequel that's still in the works.
Read more: Warner Bros. Cancels Planned ‘Hogwarts Legacy’ Game Expansion (Bloomberg)
January 28
⚫︎ Hogwarts Legacy has taken a giant leap into the world of modding with the announcement of official PC mod support. This free update, launching January 30, introduces the Creator Kit and Mod Manager, enabling seamless mod creation and installation through CurseForge. Exclusive to PC, this update is a game-changer for mod enthusiasts, offering new possibilities like dragon broomsticks and custom quests. However, it's worth noting that this update has disrupted existing unofficial mods, leaving some PC players needing to adapt to the changes.
Read more: Hogwarts Legacy PC Mod Support Comes as Part of Free Update (Game8)
January 20
⚫︎ Hogwarts Legacy has cast a spell on fans worldwide, selling over 30 million copies since its 2023 debut. As anticipation builds for a sequel, 2025 could mark a significant moment with the potential release of an enhanced version on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The original Switch version struggled with hardware limitations, but a definitive or director’s cut could offer a superior experience with additional content, making it a must-have for fans.
Read more: Nintendo Switch 2 Might Hold The Answer To Hogwarts Legacy’s 2025 Plans (Screen Rant)
2024
January 9
⚫︎ Reflecting on Hogwarts Legacy's monumental success in a 2024 Variety interview, Warner Bros. Interactive president David Haddad highlighted the game's role in allowing fans to dive deep into the Harry Potter universe. At the time, players had brewed 819 million potions, rescued 593 million magical beasts, and vanquished 4.9 billion dark wizards. Haddad also confirmed the studio's commitment to expanding the Harry Potter gaming universe, with Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions in beta and additional projects on the horizon.
Read more: Hogwarts Legacy's Massive Success Helps Greenlight More Harry Potter Games in the Future (Game8)
