:Hogwarts Legacy

File:Hogwarts Legacy gameplay screenshot.jpg is used against enemies to deal damage over time and can be combined with other spells or curses.{{Cite web |last=Glover |first=Stuart |date=2023-02-17 |title=10 Reasons Why Hogwarts Legacy's Combat Is So Engaging |url=https://gamingbolt.com/10-reasons-why-hogwarts-legacys-combat-is-so-engaging |url-status=live |access-date=2024-06-01 |website=GamingBolt |language=en-US |archive-date=1 June 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240601182813/https://gamingbolt.com/10-reasons-why-hogwarts-legacys-combat-is-so-engaging }}{{Cite web |last=Leane |first=Rob |date=2023-02-14 |title=Hogwarts Legacy spells and curses: Full list & how to learn them all |url=https://www.radiotimes.com/technology/gaming/hogwarts-legacy-spells-curses/ |url-status=live |access-date=2024-06-01 |website=Radio Times |language=en-GB |archive-date=28 April 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240428154106/https://www.radiotimes.com/technology/gaming/hogwarts-legacy-spells-curses/ }}]]

Hogwarts Legacy is an action role-playing game played from a third-person perspective. It is set at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry and its surrounding areas, influenced by the Wizarding World franchise.{{Cite web |last=Greenbaum |first=Aaron |date=2023-02-10 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Timeline Explained: When Does the Game Take Place? |url=https://www.denofgeek.com/games/hogwarts-legacy-timeline-explained-canon-lore/ |access-date=2025-01-25 |website=Den of Geek |language=en-US |archive-date=22 April 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240422054059/https://www.denofgeek.com/games/hogwarts-legacy-timeline-explained-canon-lore/ |url-status=live }} When creating a character, players can customize several features, such as their character's look, complexion, vocal characteristics, and whether they wish to be housed in a Witch or Wizard dormitory. They must also choose one of the four Hogwarts Houses.{{Cite web |last=Furn |first=Daniel |date=2023-04-25 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Character Creator: See all customisation options |url=https://www.radiotimes.com/technology/gaming/hogwarts-legacy-character-creator/ |access-date=2025-01-25 |website=Radio Times |language=en-GB}} Taking part in and completing classes is essential to the storyline, as it unlocks certain gameplay mechanics, including the option to fly on brooms. As players progress, their player character learns to cast spells, brew potions, and master combat abilities, eventually developing their own special combat style.{{Cite web |last1=Fay |first1=Kacee |last2=Tomakic |first2=Izabela |date=6 February 2023 |title=How many spells are in Hogwarts Legacy? All confirmed spells so far |url=https://dotesports.com/hp/news/all-spells-in-hogwarts-legacy |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230315212906/https://dotesports.com/hp/news/all-spells-in-hogwarts-legacy |archive-date=15 March 2023 |access-date=16 March 2023 |website=Dot Esports}}{{Cite web |last=Vaz |first=Christian |date=15 March 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy potions explained |url=https://www.pcgamesn.com/hogwarts-legacy/potions |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230316153113/https://www.pcgamesn.com/hogwarts-legacy/potions |archive-date=16 March 2023 |access-date=16 March 2023 |website=PCGamesN}} Through in-game challenges, the player character can earn experience points to gain levels, which allows the player to access and upgrade different spells, talents, and abilities. These challenges come in the form of combat, quests, and exploration. Player characters can establish friendships with non-player characters (NPCs). As these relationships grow, schoolmates become companions who can accompany players on their journey, expand their abilities, and offer unique companion quests as players learn their stories.{{Cite web |last=Fay |first=Kacee |date=1 February 2023 |title=All companions in Hogwarts Legacy |url=https://dotesports.com/general/news/all-companions-in-hogwarts-legacy |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230313094817/https://dotesports.com/general/news/all-companions-in-hogwarts-legacy |archive-date=13 March 2023 |access-date=15 March 2023 |website=Dot Esports}} Each of the four Hogwarts Houses—Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, and Slytherin—also offers a unique common room; these rooms are only accessible for the player's current house chosen by the Sorting Hat.{{Cite web |last=Ostler |first=Anne-Marie |date=14 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy glitch lets you explore every common room no matter what house you join |url=https://www.gamesradar.com/hogwarts-legacy-glitch-lets-you-explore-every-common-room-no-matter-what-house-you-join/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230216054436/https://www.gamesradar.com/hogwarts-legacy-glitch-lets-you-explore-every-common-room-no-matter-what-house-you-join/ |archive-date=16 February 2023 |access-date=21 February 2023 |website=GamesRadar+}} Accompanied by the choice of house, the player receives different exclusive quests.{{Cite web |last=Rodriguez |first=Jason |date=10 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy – Which House To Pick And What The Differences Are |url=https://www.gamespot.com/articles/hogwarts-legacy-which-house-pick-differences-guide/1100-6511220/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230213194749/https://www.gamespot.com/articles/hogwarts-legacy-which-house-pick-differences-guide/1100-6511220/ |archive-date=13 February 2023 |access-date=21 February 2023 |website=GameSpot}} While house points for the four Hogwarts houses play a part in the plot, they are not influenced by player actions.{{Cite web |last=Lenois |first=Daniel |date=9 February 2023 |title=How to level up & gain experience in Hogwarts Legacy |url=https://www.destructoid.com/how-to-level-up-gain-experience-in-hogwarts-legacy/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230315210226/https://www.destructoid.com/how-to-level-up-gain-experience-in-hogwarts-legacy/ |archive-date=15 March 2023 |access-date=16 March 2023 |website=Destructoid}}

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Next to experiences in Hogwarts Castle, the player can explore related areas such as the magic village of Hogsmeade, Forbidden Forest, or the Room of Requirement. Hogsmeade offers a variety of shops and establishments, such as the sweet shop Honeydukes and the Hog's Head tavern. The Room of Requirement features environmental customisation elements; players can modify the room with multiple objects as they progress. It can be entirely personalised, and its architecture can be changed. The room is used to place and take care of utility items such as brewing stations and planting pots, which can also be customised. Some of the magical beasts can be held in a chosen "Vivarium", a separate place where the player takes care of them. Players are able to tame, care for, and ride different magical beasts, including hippogriffs and thestrals. Other interactable magical creatures include unicorns, kneazles, and puffskeins.{{Cite web |last=Gould-Wilson |first=Jasmine |date=7 February 2023 |title=Are there Hogwarts Legacy pets that you can catch and play with? |url=https://www.gamesradar.com/hogwarts-legacy-pets-how-to-catch-beasts/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230315005835/https://www.gamesradar.com/hogwarts-legacy-pets-how-to-catch-beasts/ |archive-date=15 March 2023 |access-date=16 March 2023 |website=GamesRadar+}} Plants grown and acquired can be used in combat, such as mandrakes being used to stun enemies.{{Cite web |last=Conditt |first=Jessica |date=2023-02-10 |title='Hogwarts Legacy' review: A massive game, alive with magic |url=https://www.engadget.com/hogwarts-legacy-review-170041713.html |access-date=2025-01-25 |website=Engadget |language=en-US |archive-date=8 January 2025 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250108160337/https://www.engadget.com/hogwarts-legacy-review-170041713.html |url-status=live }}{{Cite magazine |last=Michel |first=Dennis |date=2023-02-09 |title=Hogwarts Legacy im Test: Ein zauberhaftes Spiel für Harry Potter-Fans |url=https://www.gamepro.de/artikel/hogwarts-legacy-test,3389597.html |access-date=2025-01-25 |magazine=GamePro |language=de-DE}}

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Players can explore the map as they please. The different areas present various activities and enemies, with certain aspects locked behind progression milestones in the main plot. During exploration, players have the option to obtain gear by searching for treasure chests. The Revelio spell supports the player's exploration by acting as a scanning tool to discover secrets.{{Cite web |last=Byrd |first=Matthew |date=9 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Tips: Hidden Mechanics The Game Doesn't Teach You |url=https://www.denofgeek.com/games/hogwarts-legacy-tips-hidden-mechanics/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230212192912/https://www.denofgeek.com/games/hogwarts-legacy-tips-hidden-mechanics/ |archive-date=12 February 2023 |access-date=3 April 2023 |website=Den of Geek}} To travel around the map, players can choose between various options. Players may use Floo Powder to fast travel, or can fly across the map with a broom after participating in flying class.{{Cite web |last=Wood |first=Austin |date=10 March 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy's new patch notes didn't mention the best part: silencing Ignatia Wildsmith |url=https://www.gamesradar.com/hogwarts-legacys-new-patch-notes-didnt-mention-the-best-part-silencing-ignatia-wildsmith/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230327155229/https://www.gamesradar.com/hogwarts-legacys-new-patch-notes-didnt-mention-the-best-part-silencing-ignatia-wildsmith/ |archive-date=27 March 2023 |access-date=7 April 2023 |website=GamesRadar+ |language=en}} Progressing through the game causes the interior and exterior of the castle to change visually and match the seasons.{{Cite web |last=Nair |first=Anish |date=8 February 2023 |title=Can you change seasons in Hogwarts Legacy? |url=https://dotesports.com/hp/news/can-you-change-seasons-in-hogwarts-legacy |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230407230353/https://dotesports.com/hp/news/can-you-change-seasons-in-hogwarts-legacy |archive-date=7 April 2023 |access-date=7 April 2023 |website=Dot Esports |language=en-US}}

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Hogwarts Legacy is set in the late 1800s, taking place in several Wizarding World locations such as Hogwarts Castle, Hogsmeade, and the Scottish Highlands.{{Cite news |last=MacDonald |first=Keza |date=2023-02-06 |title=Hogwarts Legacy review – wizarding wish-fulfilment whose magic wears off |url=https://www.theguardian.com/games/2023/feb/06/hogwarts-legacy-review-wizarding-wish-fulfilment-whose-magic-wears-off |access-date=2025-01-25 |work=The Guardian |language=en-GB |issn=0261-3077 |archive-date=14 February 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230214065933/https://www.theguardian.com/games/2023/feb/06/hogwarts-legacy-review-wizarding-wish-fulfilment-whose-magic-wears-off |url-status=live }} The player takes on the role of a student (voiced by Sebastian Croft or Amelia Gething) starting their studies at Hogwarts in the fifth year.{{Cite web |last=Rose |first=Danielle |date=22 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy cast and voice actors |url=https://www.pcgamesn.com/hogwarts-legacy/cast-voice-actors |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230209004212/https://www.pcgamesn.com/hogwarts-legacy/cast-voice-actors |archive-date=9 February 2023 |access-date=22 February 2023 |website=PCGamesN}}{{Cite web |last=Sinha |first=Ravi |date=20 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy – Explaining the Ending and How it Sets up the Future |url=https://gamingbolt.com/hogwarts-legacy-explaining-the-ending-and-how-it-sets-up-the-future |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230316171246/https://gamingbolt.com/hogwarts-legacy-explaining-the-ending-and-how-it-sets-up-the-future |archive-date=16 March 2023 |access-date=16 March 2023 |website=GamingBolt}} The player character possesses the power to control a mysterious ancient magic and holds the key to an "ancient secret" that threatens the stability of the wizarding world. Their mission is to discover the reasons behind the resurgence of this forgotten magic and those who are trying to harness its power.{{cite web |last=Jessop |first=Vicky |date=10 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy: From goblins to gameplay, here's how to play |url=https://www.standard.co.uk/culture/gaming/hogwarts-legacy-video-game-harry-potter-preview-prequel-how-to-play-b1052631.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240227222028/https://www.standard.co.uk/culture/gaming/hogwarts-legacy-video-game-harry-potter-preview-prequel-how-to-play-b1052631.html |archive-date=27 February 2024 |access-date=10 February 2023 |website=Evening Standard}}

The player encounters various characters, with the most relevant being their professors and fellow students. Professor Eleazar Fig, a wizard who teaches magic theory at Hogwarts, is a central ally throughout the player's adventure.{{Cite web |last=Olivares |first=Raul Mendita |date=2023-01-28 |title=Hogwarts Legacy: Die Lore erklärt - Details zu Story und Charakteren! |url=https://www.pcgames.de/Hogwarts-Legacy-Spiel-73015/Specials/Harry-Potter-Lore-Charaktere-Geister-Haus-Professoren-Zauberer-Hexen-1412160/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230827210131/https://www.gamestar.de/artikel/hogwarts-legacy-professoren-lehrer-schulleiter,3389020,seite2.html |archive-date=2023-08-27 |access-date=2023-08-27 |website=PC Games |page=3 |language=de}}{{Cite news |last=Manderfeld |first=Gloria H. |date=2023-01-20 |title=Hogwarts Legacy: Die wichtigsten Professoren der Zauberschule |language=de-DE |work=GameStar |url=https://www.gamestar.de/artikel/hogwarts-legacy-professoren-lehrer-schulleiter,3389020.html |url-status=live |access-date=2023-08-27 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230827210131/https://www.gamestar.de/artikel/hogwarts-legacy-professoren-lehrer-schulleiter,3389020,seite2.html |archive-date=2023-08-27}} Other characters the protagonist meets include Hogwarts students Amit Thakkar (Asif Ali) and Everett Clopton (Luke Youngblood), Professors Onai (Kandace Caine) and Shah (Sohm Kapila), as well as headmaster Phineas Nigellus Black (Simon Pegg) and Professor Matilda Weasley (Lesley Nicol). The protagonist is also able to build friendships with fellow students Natsai Onai, Poppy Sweeting, and Sebastian Sallow, who take part in the protagonist's journey as companion characters. Antagonists include Ranrok, the leader of a goblin rebellion, and Victor Rookwood, the leader of a group of Dark Wizards.{{Cite web |last=Vergara |first=Nico |date=23 January 2023 |title=Who is the villain in Hogwarts Legacy? |url=https://www.videogamer.com/news/who-is-the-villain-in-hogwarts-legacy/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230120022504/https://www.videogamer.com/news/who-is-the-villain-in-hogwarts-legacy/ |archive-date=20 January 2023 |access-date=16 March 2023 |website=VideoGamer}}

The protagonist receives a letter from Professor Weasley, which confirms their attendance at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry as a fifth-year student and assigns Professor Fig as the protagonist's mentor. Fig escorts the protagonist from London to Hogwarts via a flying coach. While investigating an unknown artefact, a dragon attacks them, prompting the two to reach for a Portkey hidden inside the artefact that teleports them to the Scottish Highlands. Within the Highlands, they find a ruin with a portal to Gringotts. Using the Portkey to enter an old vault, the protagonist learns they can see traces of ancient magic. The duo is confronted by a hostile goblin named Ranrok before escaping to Hogwarts, where the protagonist is sorted into one of the four houses.

The protagonist learns various spells during classes and goes on a trip to Hogsmeade with a companion, where a troll sent by Ranrok attacks them and is defeated by them. The protagonist also sneaks into the library and finds a book with missing pages. While Professor Fig studies the book, the protagonist locates the missing pages and finds a secret room below Hogwarts known as the Map Chamber, where they later visit several times with Fig and talk to the portraits of four deceased Hogwarts professors who refer to themselves as the "Keepers", whose goal is to protect the secrets of ancient magic from the wizarding world.

To reveal the secrets of ancient magic, the protagonist completes four trials left by the Keepers. The trials feature complicated puzzles and dangerous tasks that require the skills the protagonist has acquired, each leading to a Pensieve, a magical device used to store and review memories. The protagonist learns from the memories that Isidora Morganach, a Hogwarts student who became a professor with abilities similar to the protagonist, was in conflict with the Keepers and left behind a hidden repository of ancient magic after using it to extract negative emotions, particularly from her suffering father. The Keepers realised that Isidora was inhaling the extracted emotions to increase her own power and failed to dissuade her, forcing one of them to eliminate her with the Killing Curse. Through their other adventures, the protagonist also learns that Ranrok, the leader of an ongoing goblin rebellion against wizards, seeks to find the repository and exploit it for his own ends. To locate it, he collaborates with a group of dark wizards led by Victor Rookwood, a descendant of one of the Keepers.

After the protagonist completes all trials, they receive one final task from the Keepers: to create a special type of magic wand from the artefacts found at the Pensieves. Professor Fig sends the protagonist to Gerbold Ollivander, the wandmaker, in order to craft the special wand. As the protagonist leaves Ollivander's, they are ambushed by Victor, who proposes an alliance against the goblins. The protagonist refuses, resulting in a battle in which the protagonist manages to defeat him. Shortly after, the protagonist and Professor Fig find the repository intact, and the protagonist makes their choice between keeping the magic sealed away or absorbing the power for themselves. Ranrok then locates Isidora's repository and absorbs the ancient power, transforming himself into a dragon. Fig is mortally wounded, and the protagonist battles the dragon, ending the goblin rebellion by destroying Ranrok and doing as they chose earlier. Regardless of their choice, Fig dies, and Headmaster Black and Professor Weasley hold a eulogy in honour of him.

The protagonist returns to finish regular school studies, as the end of the school year is leading to the O.W.L. exams. They also continue to explore the castle's surrounding areas and go through adventures with companions Sebastian Sallow, Poppy Sweeting, and Natsai Onai if they haven't completed them already. The journey ends with Professor Weasley awarding the protagonist 100 house points for the extraordinary adventure, which ultimately leads to a win of the House Cup for their respective house.

Hogwarts Legacy was developed by Avalanche Software, which was acquired by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment from Disney in January 2017.{{Cite web |last=Statt |first=Nick |date=16 September 2020 |title=Hogwarts Legacy is an open world Harry Potter game coming to PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC |url=https://www.theverge.com/21440330/harry-potter-hogwarts-legacy-ps5-playstation-5-trailer-open-world-sony |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200919100156/https://www.theverge.com/21440330/harry-potter-hogwarts-legacy-ps5-playstation-5-trailer-open-world-sony |archive-date=19 September 2020 |access-date=16 September 2020 |website=The Verge}}{{Cite web |last=Takahshi |first=Dean |date=27 January 2017 |title=The DeanBeat: How Warner Bros. rescued Avalanche Studios after Disney buried it |url=https://venturebeat.com/2017/01/27/the-deanbeat-avalanche-software-disney-warner-bros/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210508225237/https://venturebeat.com/2017/01/27/the-deanbeat-avalanche-software-disney-warner-bros/ |archive-date=8 May 2021 |access-date=20 September 2020 |website=VentureBeat}} In the same year, Warner Bros. established a new publishing label named Portkey Games, which was dedicated to managing the Wizarding World license.{{Cite web |last=Grubb |first=Jeff |date=8 November 2017 |title=Warner Bros. Interactive conjures up Portkey Games to oversee Harry Potter licence |url=https://venturebeat.com/2017/11/08/warner-bros-interactive-conjures-up-portkey-games-to-oversee-harry-potter-license/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180119175548/https://venturebeat.com/2017/11/08/warner-bros-interactive-conjures-up-portkey-games-to-oversee-harry-potter-license/ |archive-date=19 January 2018 |access-date=20 September 2020 |website=VentureBeat}} Hogwarts Legacy was Avalanche's first project unrelated to Disney Interactive Studios and its products since 2005.{{Cite news |last=Chalk |first=Andy |date=2023-02-07 |title=No, Avalanche Studios did not develop Hogwarts Legacy, you're thinking of the other Avalanche |language=en |work=PC Gamer |url=https://www.pcgamer.com/no-avalanche-studios-did-not-develop-hogwarts-legacy-youre-thinking-of-the-other-avalanche/ |url-status=live |access-date=2023-08-28 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230828074851/https://www.pcgamer.com/no-avalanche-studios-did-not-develop-hogwarts-legacy-youre-thinking-of-the-other-avalanche/ |archive-date=2023-08-28}} The open world game was developed by utilising Unreal Engine 4.{{Cite web |last=Vergara |first=Nico |date=2 February 2023 |title=Is Hogwarts Legacy on Unreal Engine 5? |url=https://www.videogamer.com/news/is-hogwarts-legacy-on-unreal-engine-5/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230202134315/https://www.videogamer.com/news/is-hogwarts-legacy-on-unreal-engine-5/ |archive-date=2 February 2023 |access-date=27 February 2023 |website=VideoGamer}}{{Cite web |last=Schreier |first=Jason |date=13 January 2021 |title=Warner Bros. Delays Harry Potter Video Game Until 2022 |url=https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-01-13/warner-brothers-delays-harry-potter-video-game-until-2022?srnd=technology-vp |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210116112106/https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-01-13/warner-brothers-delays-harry-potter-video-game-until-2022?srnd=technology-vp |archive-date=16 January 2021 |access-date=13 January 2021 |website=Bloomberg}} J. K. Rowling, the author of the Harry Potter series, was not directly involved in its development. However, Warner Bros. acknowledged that her literary works served as the basis for all projects in the Wizarding World.{{Cite web |last=Stephen |first=Bijan |date=17 September 2020 |title=Warner Bros. reassures fans that J. K. Rowling isn't directly involved with new Harry Potter game |url=https://www.theverge.com/2020/9/17/21443940/hogwarts-legacy-jk-rowling-transphobia-warner-bros-robert-galbraith |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210508225218/https://www.theverge.com/2020/9/17/21443940/hogwarts-legacy-jk-rowling-transphobia-warner-bros-robert-galbraith |archive-date=8 May 2021 |access-date=20 September 2020 |website=The Verge}} The total budget was estimated at $150 million.{{Cite web |last=Yurkevich |first=Vanessa |date=9 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy breaks record before official release, despite controversy {{!}} CNN Business |url=https://www.cnn.com/2023/02/09/tech/hogwarts-legacy-video-game-record/index.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230218233230/https://edition.cnn.com/2023/02/09/tech/hogwarts-legacy-video-game-record/index.html |archive-date=18 February 2023 |access-date=18 February 2023 |website=CNN Business}}

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Lead writer Moira Squier stated that the story was purposefully placed in a time period where no established characters of the Wizarding World franchise were around, making it possible to provide the player with their own unique world in a setting similar to the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts eras. The writing team focused on creating a "diverse collection" of characters for players to potentially identify with in a positive way.{{Cite news |last=Weißmann |first=Melanie |date=25 January 2023 |title=Leidenschaft für Hogwarts Legacy: Wie ein Team aus Potterheads die große Verantwortung stemmt |url=https://www.eurogamer.de/leidenschaft-fur-hogwarts-legacy-wie-ein-team-aus-potterheads-die-groe-verantwortung-stemmt |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230207060910/https://www.eurogamer.de/leidenschaft-fur-hogwarts-legacy-wie-ein-team-aus-potterheads-die-groe-verantwortung-stemmt |archive-date=7 February 2023 |access-date=22 February 2023 |work=Eurogamer Germany |language=de}}{{Cite web |date=23 January 2022 |title=Unpacking Hogwarts Legacy: Q&A with the experts behind the game |url=https://www.wizardingworld.com/features/hogwarts-legacy-interviews-with-the-experts |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230216191222/https://www.wizardingworld.com/features/hogwarts-legacy-interviews-with-the-experts |archive-date=16 February 2023 |access-date=22 February 2023 |website=Wizarding World Digital}} Although the main characters of Harry Potter are absent in Hogwarts Legacy, some, such as Nearly Headless Nick and Peeves the Poltergeist, make appearances.{{Cite web |last=Pickering |first=Jasper |date=19 May 2022 |title=Here's everything Hogwarts Legacy's map and gameplay has shown us so far and the locations to expect |url=https://www.independent.co.uk/games/hogwarts-legacy-map-gameplay-b2082631.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230318144932/https://www.independent.co.uk/games/hogwarts-legacy-map-gameplay-b2082631.html |archive-date=18 March 2023 |access-date=18 March 2023 |website=The Independent}} The team also introduced a trans-inclusive character creator and the franchise's first transgender character, Sirona Ryan.{{Cite web |last=Edwards |first=Chris |date=7 February 2023 |title='Hogwarts Legacy' introduces first transgender character in 'Harry Potter' franchise |url=https://www.nme.com/en_au/news/film/hogwarts-legacy-introduces-first-transgender-character-in-harry-potter-franchise-3394348 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230208154414/https://www.nme.com/en_au/news/film/hogwarts-legacy-introduces-first-transgender-character-in-harry-potter-franchise-3394348 |archive-date=8 February 2023 |access-date=8 February 2023 |website=NME}} Boston Madsen, the environmental lead for the creation of Hogwarts, emphasised the importance of creating environmental elements close to the source material of the Harry Potter books. Madsen stated that even though it is Avalanche Software's version of Hogwarts, it is made to be easily recognisable. Game director Alan Tew also added that they aimed to go beyond the expected areas to let people discover new locations and undiscovered chambers. Tew and Madsen further explained that they endeavoured to provide each common room of the four Hogwarts Houses as a unique experience to its members, which is further amplified by the addition of uniquely created music for each house. The overarching aim was to create a welcoming atmosphere that fosters a sense of nostalgia and belonging.{{Cite web |last=Smith |first=Tessa |date=25 January 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Developer Interview: Building A Fresh Hogwarts |url=https://screenrant.com/hogwarts-legacy-developer-interview/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230125160759/https://screenrant.com/hogwarts-legacy-developer-interview/ |archive-date=25 January 2023 |access-date=17 March 2023 |website=Screen Rant}}

Lead designer Troy Leavitt stated that the studio had the flexibility to select the elements that fans were most enthusiastic about. He also mentioned that Hogwarts Legacy was designed to give fans the "wizarding world experience" they always desired while reading the books or watching the movies, without any particular agenda or message.{{Cite news |last=Jacobs |first=Julia |date=9 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Can't Cast Aside Debate Over J.K. Rowling |url=https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/09/arts/hogwarts-legacy-jk-rowling.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230216233240/https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/09/arts/hogwarts-legacy-jk-rowling.html |archive-date=16 February 2023 |access-date=16 February 2023 |work=The New York Times}} Also working in game design, Troy Johnson elaborated that with the advancements in modern technology and gaming consoles, it was possible to create a competent game based on the Wizarding World. The open world was designed to fulfil two primary goals: to allow players overall freedom and to offer opportunities to craft a gaming experience that is highly personalised and can be enjoyed in their own unique way.{{Cite web |last=Mancosu |first=Lorenzo |date=25 January 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy: come si crea il più grande videogioco di Harry Potter |url=https://multiplayer.it/articoli/hogwarts-legacy-intervista.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230204135100/https://multiplayer.it/articoli/hogwarts-legacy-intervista.html |archive-date=4 February 2023 |access-date=15 March 2023 |website=Multiplayer.it |language=it}}

Artists Jeff Bunker and Vanessa Palmer explained that they kept five tech pillars in mind: 4K graphics and visuals, 3D audio, activities and game help, and the PlayStation 5 DualSense controller, as well as fast loading times and activities. They referenced the usage of the Unreal Engine, the computing and rendering capabilities of the PlayStation 5, and the Niagara visual effects system to deliver visual effects for spells and magic.{{Cite web |last=Wood |first=Chandler |date=9 February 2023 |title=PS5 Creators: How Hogwarts Legacy harnesses PS5's power |url=https://blog.playstation.com/2023/02/09/ps5-creators-how-hogwarts-legacy-harnesses-ps5s-power/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230223101147/https://blog.playstation.com/2023/02/09/ps5-creators-how-hogwarts-legacy-harnesses-ps5s-power/ |archive-date=23 February 2023 |access-date=23 February 2023 |website=PlayStation.Blog}}

The soundtrack was composed by Chuck E. Myers, J. Scott Rakozy and Peter Murray, including additional tracks by Alexander Horowitz.{{Citation |title=Chuck Myers – Hogwarts Legacy [Original Video Game Soundtrack] Album Reviews, Songs & More {{!}} AllMusic |url=https://www.allmusic.com/album/hogwarts-legacy-original-video-game-soundtrack--mw0003929413 |access-date=22 February 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230216170322/https://www.allmusic.com/album/hogwarts-legacy-original-video-game-soundtrack--mw0003929413 |url-status=live |archive-date=16 February 2023}}{{Citation |title=Chuck Myers – Hogwarts Legacy [Study Themes From the Original Video Game Soundtrack] Album Reviews, Songs & More {{!}} AllMusic |url=https://www.allmusic.com/album/hogwarts-legacy-study-themes-from-the-original-video-game-soundtrack--mw0003929414 |access-date=22 February 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230216170322/https://www.allmusic.com/album/hogwarts-legacy-study-themes-from-the-original-video-game-soundtrack--mw0003929414 |url-status=live |archive-date=16 February 2023}} According to Myers, the development process lasted nearly four years. Audio production coordinator Nathan Ayuobi noted that while they took inspiration from composer John Williams' previous Harry Potter-related work, they concentrated on forging their own unique style.{{Cite web |last=Garcia |first=Jose |date=6 December 2022 |title=Hogwarts Legacy "Making The Music" Video Details How Challenging The Soundtrack Was To Create |url=https://www.dualshockers.com/hogwarts-legacy-making-music-video-soundtrack/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230301135713/https://www.dualshockers.com/hogwarts-legacy-making-music-video-soundtrack/ |archive-date=1 March 2023 |access-date=1 March 2023 |website=DualShockers}} In a behind-the-scenes video, composers Murray and Rakozy commented on the creation of the Hogwarts Legacy soundtrack. They explained that the challenge of its creative process was to balance the original composition with the existing music of the Wizarding World films. One of the songs, Overture to the Unwritten, was released prior to the soundtrack.{{Cite web |last=Middler |first=Jordan |date=6 December 2022 |title=New Hogwarts Legacy video shows off the making of the soundtrack |url=https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/new-hogwarts-legacy-video-shows-off-the-making-of-the-soundtrack/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221207004508/https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/new-hogwarts-legacy-video-shows-off-the-making-of-the-soundtrack/ |archive-date=7 December 2022 |access-date=1 March 2023 |website=Video Games Chronicle}}{{Cite web |last=Reynolds |first=Ollie |date=6 December 2022 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Shares 'Making The Music' Video |url=https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2022/12/hogwarts-legacy-shares-making-the-music-video |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230301132749/https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2022/12/hogwarts-legacy-shares-making-the-music-video |archive-date=1 March 2023 |access-date=1 March 2023 |website=Nintendo Life}} The song was performed by the Seven Springs Symphony Orchestra & Choir as a live capture of a 54-piece orchestra.{{Cite web |last=Croft |first=Liam |date=5 December 2022 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Is Now Putting Out Music Videos |url=https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2022/12/hogwarts-legacy-is-now-putting-out-music-videos |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230301132749/https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2022/12/hogwarts-legacy-is-now-putting-out-music-videos |archive-date=1 March 2023 |access-date=1 March 2023 |website=Push Square}}

In December 2022, the release of the soundtrack was announced to happen in February 2023. It was released as two digital double albums totaling 75 tracks: Hogwarts Legacy (Original Video Game Soundtrack) and Hogwarts Legacy (Study Themes from the Original Video Game Soundtrack). The soundtrack was also released on vinyl, mastered by James Plotkin, and distributed by Mondo.{{Cite news |last=Mäki |first=Jonas |date=13 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy's magical music released on vinyl |url=https://www.gamereactor.eu/hogwarts-legacys-magical-music-released-on-vinyl-1241023/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230225120150/https://www.gamereactor.eu/hogwarts-legacys-magical-music-released-on-vinyl-1241023/ |archive-date=25 February 2023 |access-date=25 February 2023 |work=Gamereactor UK}}{{Cite web |date=25 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy – Original Video Game Soundtrack 3XLP |url=http://mondoshop.com/products/hogwarts-legacy-original-video-game-soundtrack-3xlp |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230225120147/http://mondoshop.com/products/hogwarts-legacy-original-video-game-soundtrack-3xlp |archive-date=25 February 2023 |access-date=25 February 2023 |website=Mondo}} On 25 June, the Hollywood Bowl hosted a concert in celebration of the ten-year anniversary of the Game Awards, featuring a range of video game music from recent years, including Hogwarts Legacy. The music was performed by the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra. The event was presented in partnership with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and conducted by composer Lorne Balfe.{{Cite web |last=Martens |first=Todd |date=20 April 2023 |title='Hogwarts Legacy,' 'Last of Us,' among those to be highlighted by the Game Awards at Hollywood Bowl concert |url=https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2023-04-20/hogwarts-legacy-last-of-us-among-those-to-be-highlighted-by-the-game-awards-at-hollywood-bowl-concert |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230428055433/https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2023-04-20/hogwarts-legacy-last-of-us-among-those-to-be-highlighted-by-the-game-awards-at-hollywood-bowl-concert |archive-date=28 April 2023 |access-date=29 April 2023 |website=Los Angeles Times |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |last=Murty |first=Megha |date=21 April 2023 |title=The Game Awards: Details for the 10-Year Celebration Concert Out Including the Games List |url=https://in.ign.com/the-last-of-us/182831/news/the-game-awards-details-for-the-10-year-celebration-concert-out-including-the-games-list |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230428141028/https://in.ign.com/the-last-of-us/182831/news/the-game-awards-details-for-the-10-year-celebration-concert-out-including-the-games-list |archive-date=28 April 2023 |access-date=29 April 2023 |website=IGN India |language=en-in}}{{Cite web |last=Stephan |first=Katcy |date=23 June 2023 |title='The Game Awards 10-Year Concert' Team Teases 'Eclectic, Amazing' Hollywood Bowl Celebration |url=https://variety.com/2023/music/news/game-awards-10-year-celebration-hollywood-bowl-concert-1235652764/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230626123221/https://variety.com/2023/music/news/game-awards-10-year-celebration-hollywood-bowl-concert-1235652764/ |archive-date=26 June 2023 |access-date=26 June 2023 |website=Variety |language=en-US}}

Prior to any formal announcement regarding the development or release of Hogwarts Legacy, gameplay footage was leaked in 2018, which The Escapist identified as the year development commenced.{{Cite web |last=Wade |first=Jessie |date=2 October 2018 |title=Harry Potter RPG Leaked Gameplay Has Fans Freaking Out |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/2018/10/02/harry-potter-rpg-leaked-gameplay-sends-internet-into-speculation |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200925081519/https://www.ign.com/articles/2018/10/02/harry-potter-rpg-leaked-gameplay-sends-internet-into-speculation |archive-date=25 September 2020 |access-date=20 September 2020 |website=IGN}}{{Cite web |last= |first= |date=2023-02-08 |title=How Long Was Hogwarts Legacy in Development? |url=https://www.escapistmagazine.com/how-long-was-hogwarts-legacy-in-development/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250125030343/https://www.escapistmagazine.com/how-long-was-hogwarts-legacy-in-development/ |archive-date=2025-01-25 |access-date=2025-01-25 |website=The Escapist |language=en-US}} Hogwarts Legacy was officially announced at a PlayStation 5 event in September 2020, with a planned release for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S in 2021.{{Cite web |last=Dornbush |first=Jonathon |date=16 September 2020 |title=Harry Potter RPG Hogwarts Legacy Announced, Confirmed for PS5 |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/ps5-harry-potter-rpg |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200919100152/https://www.ign.com/articles/ps5-harry-potter-rpg |archive-date=19 September 2020 |access-date=17 September 2020 |website=IGN}} It was delayed twice, first to 2022, and later to 10 February 2023.{{Cite magazine |last=LeBlanc |first=Wesley |date=12 August 2022 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Delayed To February 2023 |url=https://www.gameinformer.com/2022/08/12/hogwarts-legacy-delayed-to-february-2023 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230314100209/https://www.gameinformer.com/2022/08/12/hogwarts-legacy-delayed-to-february-2023 |archive-date=14 March 2023 |access-date=16 March 2023 |magazine=Game Informer}} The PS4 and Xbox One versions were also delayed twice, from its February 2023 launch to May.{{Cite web |last=Romano |first=Sal |date=13 December 2022 |title=Hogwarts Legacy for PS4 and Xbox One delayed to April 4, 2023; Switch version launches July 25 |url=https://www.gematsu.com/2022/12/hogwarts-legacy-for-ps4-and-xbox-one-delayed-to-april-4-2023-switch-version-launches-july-25 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221213164734/https://www.gematsu.com/2022/12/hogwarts-legacy-for-ps4-and-xbox-one-delayed-to-april-4-2023-switch-version-launches-july-25 |archive-date=13 December 2022 |access-date=13 December 2022 |website=Gematsu}}{{Cite web |last=Moon |first=Mariella |date=7 March 2023 |title='Hogwarts Legacy' release on PS4 and Xbox One delayed again until May 5th |url=https://www.engadget.com/hogwarts-legacy-release-ps4-xbox-one-delayed-may-5th-094148707.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230307234247/https://www.engadget.com/hogwarts-legacy-release-ps4-xbox-one-delayed-may-5th-094148707.html |archive-date=7 March 2023 |access-date=8 March 2023 |website=Engadget}} A Nintendo Switch port by Shiver Entertainment was released on 14 November 2023.{{Cite web |last=Bonk |first=Lawrence |date=12 May 2023 |title='Hogwarts Legacy' on Switch just got hit with another massive delay |url=https://www.engadget.com/hogwarts-legacy-just-got-hit-with-another-massive-delay-175024764.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230512193636/https://www.engadget.com/hogwarts-legacy-just-got-hit-with-another-massive-delay-175024764.html |archive-date=12 May 2023 |access-date=12 May 2023 |website=Engadget |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |last=Stedman |first=Alex |date=2024-05-20 |title=Nintendo Acquires Hogwarts Legacy Port Studio From Embracer Group |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/nintendo-acquires-hogwarts-legacy-port-studio-from-embracer-group |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240521080222/https://www.ign.com/articles/nintendo-acquires-hogwarts-legacy-port-studio-from-embracer-group |archive-date=2024-05-21 |access-date=2024-05-21 |website=IGN |language=en}} It was originally scheduled for 25 July 2023. The game was released in three versions: Standard, Deluxe, and Collector's Edition. The Deluxe Edition includes extra content like a special mount, clothing set, and a new battle arena location. The Collector's Edition includes the former's content and adds a steel case, box, and a collectible "floating wand." Standard Edition buyers can upgrade to Deluxe by purchasing the extra content separately.{{Cite news |last1=Marx |first1=Marylin |last2=Schermann |first2=Natalie |date=7 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy: Alle Infos zu Release, Plattformen und Gameplay |url=https://www.gamestar.de/artikel/hogwarts-legacy-alle-infos-release-multiplayer-vorbestellen,3366518.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230310150846/https://www.gamestar.de/artikel/hogwarts-legacy-alle-infos-release-multiplayer-vorbestellen,3366518.html |archive-date=10 March 2023 |access-date=10 March 2023 |work=GameStar |language=de-DE}} Early access was made available to people who had pre-ordered the physical Collector's Edition or Digital Deluxe Edition on console or PC on 7 February 2023.{{Cite web |last=McWhertor |first=Michael |date=10 February 2023 |title=When does Hogwarts Legacy come out on Switch, PS4, and Xbox One? |url=https://www.polygon.com/23552621/hogwarts-legacy-release-date-play-early-access-versions-deluxe-collectors |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230113213045/https://www.polygon.com/23552621/hogwarts-legacy-release-date-play-early-access-versions-deluxe-collectors |archive-date=13 January 2023 |access-date=19 February 2023 |website=Polygon}} To promote the game, a specifically designed DualSense controller, the "Revelio Controller", was released at the game's launch in the U.S. and UK as a limited edition.{{Cite web |last=Bellingham |first=Hope |date=9 February 2023 |title=PlayStation unveils Hogwarts Legacy PS5 controller designed by artists who worked on the game |url=https://www.gamesradar.com/hogwarts-legacy-ps5-controller/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230215221304/https://www.gamesradar.com/hogwarts-legacy-ps5-controller/ |archive-date=15 February 2023 |access-date=22 February 2023 |website=GamesRadar+}}{{Cite web |last=Ramsey |first=Robert |date=9 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy PS5 DualSense Controller Revealed, Out Tomorrow in Limited Supply |url=https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2023/02/hogwarts-legacy-ps5-dualsense-controller-revealed-out-tomorrow-in-limited-supply |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230211113356/https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2023/02/hogwarts-legacy-ps5-dualsense-controller-revealed-out-tomorrow-in-limited-supply |archive-date=11 February 2023 |access-date=22 February 2023 |website=Push Square}}

Following the release of the first gameplay trailer in March 2022, Hogwarts Legacy received criticism for basing it in the Goblin Rebellion era of Wizarding World history, with the game's storyline focusing on the player suppressing a goblin rebellion. The portrayal of goblins in the Wizarding World has previously been acussed of being based on antisemitic tropes.{{Cite web |last=Jackson |first=Gita |date=25 March 2022 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Imagines a Harry Potter Without JK Rowling |url=https://www.vice.com/en/article/n7nmzk/hogwarts-legacy-imagines-a-harry-potter-without-jk-rowling |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220403110531/https://www.vice.com/en/article/n7nmzk/hogwarts-legacy-imagines-a-harry-potter-without-jk-rowling |archive-date=3 April 2022 |access-date=3 April 2022 |website=Vice}} Critics argued that the game suggests that goblins, as a minority, are the villains for fighting against their oppressors and seeking equal rights and freedom.{{Cite web |last=Henley |first=Stacey |date=19 March 2022 |title=Did Hogwarts Legacy Seriously Just Make The Anti-Semitic Goblins The Villains? |url=https://www.thegamer.com/hogwarts-legacy-harry-potter-plot-anti-semitic-goblins-villains/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220325205111/https://www.thegamer.com/hogwarts-legacy-harry-potter-plot-anti-semitic-goblins-villains/ |archive-date=25 March 2022 |access-date=25 March 2022 |website=TheGamer}}{{Cite web |last=Jaworski |first=Michelle |date=21 March 2022 |title=Hogwarts Legacy accused of using an anti-Semitic trope with goblin plot |url=https://www.dailydot.com/unclick/hogwarts-legacy-goblins-antisemitism/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220322072522/https://www.dailydot.com/unclick/hogwarts-legacy-goblins-antisemitism/ |archive-date=22 March 2022 |access-date=25 March 2022 |website=Daily Dot}} In an article of The Times of Israel, the portrayal of goblins in both the game and the larger Harry Potter universe was defended by some. The non-governmental organisation Campaign Against Antisemitism argued that the depiction is consistent with how goblins have been portrayed in Western literature over the centuries and is not evidence of malice on the part of contemporary artists. The statement also commended Rowling for her tireless efforts in defending the Jewish community.{{Cite web |last=Henry |first=Jacob |date=11 February 2023 |title=Are the goblins in blockbuster Harry Potter game 'Hogwarts Legacy' antisemitic? |url=https://www.timesofisrael.com/are-the-goblins-in-blockbuster-harry-potter-game-hogwarts-legacy-antisemitic |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230211201845/https://www.timesofisrael.com/are-the-goblins-in-blockbuster-harry-potter-game-hogwarts-legacy-antisemitic/ |archive-date=11 February 2023 |access-date=13 February 2023 |website=The Times of Israel}} Travis Northup of IGN disagreed that the game contained antisemitic tropes. He pointed out that the story did not feature a group of goblins controlling banks or attempting to seize power, but rather focused on a single goblin who rebelled against the Wizarding World's demand of denying magical access to his kind.

Hogwarts Legacy became a subject of contention in response to Rowling's controversial views on transgender people.{{Cite web |last=Byrd |first=Matthew |date=6 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Controversy Explained: Why Are People Boycotting the Game? |url=https://www.denofgeek.com/games/hogwarts-legacy-controversy-explained-why-are-people-boycotting-the-game/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230216020810/https://www.denofgeek.com/games/hogwarts-legacy-controversy-explained-why-are-people-boycotting-the-game/ |archive-date=16 February 2023 |access-date=16 February 2023 |website=Den of Geek}} Her detractors called for a boycott as a means of showing solidarity with the transgender community and to impede the financial benefits she would receive from its release.{{Cite web |last=Good |first=Owen |date=4 February 2023 |title=Why is Hogwarts Legacy, a Harry Potter video game, so controversial? |url=https://www.polygon.com/23584328/hogwarts-legacy-controversy-jk-rowling-explainer-transphobia-release-boycott |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230204155415/https://www.polygon.com/23584328/hogwarts-legacy-controversy-jk-rowling-explainer-transphobia-release-boycott |archive-date=4 February 2023 |access-date=10 February 2023 |website=Polygon}}{{Cite web |last=MacDonald |first=Keza |date=8 February 2023 |title=Pushing Buttons: 'We can survive without it' – the gamers boycotting Hogwarts Legacy |url=https://www.theguardian.com/games/2023/feb/08/pushing-buttons-hogwarts-legacy-jk-rowling |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230208120619/https://www.theguardian.com/games/2023/feb/08/pushing-buttons-hogwarts-legacy-jk-rowling |archive-date=8 February 2023 |access-date=10 February 2023 |website=The Guardian}}{{Cite web |last=Powell |first=Steffan |date=10 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy game comes out as online debate continues |url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-64572328 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230210040725/https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-64572328 |archive-date=10 February 2023 |access-date=10 February 2023 |website=BBC News}} Others felt that Hogwarts Legacy could be separated from the views of its universe's creator. Writing for GameSpot, transgender YouTuber Jessie Earl wrote that those on each side of the debate should come to their own conclusions and that, while it was not wrong to want to play Hogwarts Legacy, those who did should not claim to be supportive of the trans community.{{Cite web |last=Earl |first=Jessie |date=6 February 2023 |title=JK Rowling's Anti-Transgender Stance And Hogwarts Legacy |url=https://www.gamespot.com/articles/jk-rowlings-anti-transgender-stance-and-hogwarts-legacy/1100-6501632/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220317183637/https://www.gamespot.com/articles/jk-rowlings-anti-transgender-stance-and-hogwarts-legacy/1100-6501632/ |archive-date=17 March 2022 |access-date=10 February 2023 |website=GameSpot}} In response to the controversy, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment's President, David Haddad, expressed that Rowling has the right to hold her personal viewpoint.{{Cite news |date=9 February 2023 |title=Rowling's Trans Comments Prompted 'Hogwarts Legacy' Studio to Become More Inclusive |url=https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-02-09/hogwarts-legacy-video-game-adds-inclusivity-after-jk-rowling-controversy |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230209193418/https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-02-09/hogwarts-legacy-video-game-adds-inclusivity-after-jk-rowling-controversy |archive-date=9 February 2023 |access-date=9 March 2023 |work=Bloomberg News}} Shortly before the release of Hogwarts Legacy, a website was created with the purpose of targeting Twitch streamers who played the game. The web tool in question filtered accounts streaming the game. While the page was taken down soon after, some streamers had already been harassed.{{Cite web |last=Bahri |first=Syazwa |date=10 February 2023 |title=Here's Why Some Gamers Are Boycotting 'Hogwarts Legacy' |url=https://sea.ign.com/hogwarts-legacy/195258/news/heres-why-some-gamers-are-boycotting-hogwarts-legacy |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230210031820/https://sea.ign.com/hogwarts-legacy/195258/news/heres-why-some-gamers-are-boycotting-hogwarts-legacy |archive-date=10 February 2023 |access-date=10 February 2023 |website=IGN Southeast Asia}}{{Cite news |last=Wilde |first=Tyler |date=8 February 2023 |title=Why gamers are fighting over whether or not it's OK to play Hogwarts Legacy |work=PC Gamer |url=https://www.pcgamer.com/hogwarts-legacy-jk-rowling-trans-rights/ |url-status=live |access-date=19 February 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230219012031/https://www.pcgamer.com/hogwarts-legacy-jk-rowling-trans-rights/ |archive-date=19 February 2023}}{{Cite web |date=2023-02-13 |title=Twitch : Le boycott s'organise contre Hogwarts Legacy et vise les streamers du jeu |url=https://www.jeuxvideo.com/news/1709213/twitch-le-boycott-s-organise-contre-hogwarts-legacy-et-vise-les-streamers-du-jeu.htm |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230827202424/https://www.jeuxvideo.com/news/1709213/twitch-le-boycott-s-organise-contre-hogwarts-legacy-et-vise-les-streamers-du-jeu.htm |archive-date=2023-08-27 |access-date=2023-08-27 |website=Jeuxvideo.com |language=fr}} Following Hogwarts Legacy{{'}}s early-access release on 7 February 2023, some content creators and streamers were criticised and harassed by others opposed to Rowling's views for promoting and broadcasting the game.{{Cite web |last=Miceli |first=Max |date=7 February 2023 |title=Asmongold has some advice for streamers who get harassed by Hogwarts Legacy boycotters |url=https://dotesports.com/streaming/news/asmongold-has-some-advice-for-streamers-that-get-harassed-for-playing-hogwarts-legacy |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230208220959/https://dotesports.com/streaming/news/asmongold-has-some-advice-for-streamers-that-get-harassed-for-playing-hogwarts-legacy |archive-date=8 February 2023 |access-date=8 February 2023 |website=Dot Esports}} As a result, some streamers decided not to stream the game at all, with Polygon noting that it occurred either in favour of ongoing protests or for fear of harassment.{{Cite web |last=Diaz |first=Ana |date=16 February 2023 |title=The Hogwarts Legacy Discord is an unreadable battleground |url=https://www.polygon.com/23598433/hogwarts-legacy-harry-potter-discord-toxic |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230306205459/https://www.polygon.com/23598433/hogwarts-legacy-harry-potter-discord-toxic |archive-date=6 March 2023 |access-date=8 March 2023 |website=Polygon}} The game's viewership on live-streaming service Twitch peaked at a record-breaking 1.28 million concurrent viewers on 7 February. The boycott was declared unsuccessful out of multiple perspectives; Den of Geek stated that the issues with Rowling seemed to have minimal effect on the game's overall sales figures.{{Cite web |last=Greenbaum |first=Aaron |date=2023-05-05 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Outgrosses Most Harry Potter Movies |url=https://www.denofgeek.com/games/hogwarts-legacy-outgrosses-most-harry-potter-movies/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240416151311/https://www.denofgeek.com/games/hogwarts-legacy-outgrosses-most-harry-potter-movies/ |archive-date=2024-04-16 |access-date=2024-11-09 |website=Den of Geek |language=en-US |quote="Of course, Hogwarts Legacy was also released in the aftermath of the controversy surrounding Harry Potter creator J.K. Rowling noted above. That controversy obviously had little negative impact on the game’s overall sales."}} According to PC Games, the sales figures attested to the ineffectiveness of boycott efforts aimed at Hogwarts Legacy.{{Cite web |last=Tengler-Boehm |first=Tobias |date=6 May 2023 |title=Boykott gegen J.K. Rowling gescheitert? So unfassbar viel Umsatz hat Hogwarts Legacy gemacht |trans-title=Boycott against J.K. Rowling failed? Here's how unbelievably much revenue Hogwarts Legacy has generated |url=https://www.pcgames.de/Hogwarts-Legacy-Spiel-73015/News/Boykott-gegen-JK-Rowling-gescheitert-So-unfassbar-viel-Umsatz-hat-Hogwarts-Legacy-gemacht-1419153/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230506185356/https://www.pcgames.de/Hogwarts-Legacy-Spiel-73015/News/Boykott-gegen-JK-Rowling-gescheitert-So-unfassbar-viel-Umsatz-hat-Hogwarts-Legacy-gemacht-1419153/ |archive-date=6 May 2023 |access-date=7 May 2023 |website=PC Games |language=de |quote="Die Verkaufszahlen von Hogwarts Legacy erwecken jedoch den Eindruck, dass die Aufrufe zum Boykott des RPGs regelrecht verpufften." |trans-quote=However, the sales figures for Hogwarts Legacy give the impression that the calls for a boycott of the RPG literally fell flat.}} Michael Deacon of The Telegraph noted that it had the opposite effect and failed to garner the attention of non-activists;{{Cite news |last=Deacon |first=Michael |date=28 February 2023 |title=The woke war against JK Rowling has utterly failed... and here's the proof |url=https://www.telegraph.co.uk/columnists/2023/02/28/woke-war-against-jk-rowling-has-utterly-failed-proof/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230404084745/https://www.telegraph.co.uk/columnists/2023/02/28/woke-war-against-jk-rowling-has-utterly-failed-proof/ |archive-date=4 April 2023 |access-date=8 April 2023 |work=The Telegraph |language=en-GB |quote="So, in short: no, the boycott did not work out entirely as planned. In fact, it’s hard to imagine how it could have backfired more spectacularly. For all their shrill, self-pitying demands, the anti-Rowling activists have been trounced. Ordinary people, out in the real world, simply didn’t care what they thought."}} and Fox News claimed the game had beaten cancel culture.{{Cite web |last=Clark |first=Jeffrey |date=10 February 2023 |title='Harry Potter' game beats cancel culture, becomes #1 Single Player game ever' on Twitch |url=https://www.foxnews.com/media/harry-potter-game-beats-cancel-culture-becomes-1-single-player-game-ever-twitch |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230406141814/https://www.foxnews.com/media/harry-potter-game-beats-cancel-culture-becomes-1-single-player-game-ever-twitch |archive-date=6 April 2023 |access-date=8 April 2023 |website=Fox News |language=en-US}}

With the launch of the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions of Hogwarts Legacy, the developers included an arachnophobia mode that replaces the regular spider design. The new spider design features a more cartoonish look, removes their legs, and pays homage to the Harry Potter books with the addition of rollerskates on their feet.{{Cite web |last=Byrd |first=Matthew |date=5 May 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Update Changes the Game's Most Annoying Enemy |url=https://www.denofgeek.com/games/hogwarts-legacy-update-changes-games-most-annoying-enemy/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230505143450/https://www.denofgeek.com/games/hogwarts-legacy-update-changes-games-most-annoying-enemy/ |archive-date=5 May 2023 |access-date=7 May 2023 |website=Den of Geek |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |last=Gach |first=Ethan |date=5 May 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy's New Arachnophobia Mode Is A Harry Potter Callback |url=https://kotaku.com/hogwarts-legacy-arachnophobia-ps4-xbox-one-switch-1850409010 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230506034812/https://kotaku.com/hogwarts-legacy-arachnophobia-ps4-xbox-one-switch-1850409010 |archive-date=6 May 2023 |access-date=7 May 2023 |website=Kotaku |language=en}} To accompany the release of PlayStation 5 Pro, Hogwarts Legacy is part of a series of enhanced games.{{Cite web |last1=Purslow |first1=Matt |last2=Kim |first2=Matt |last3=Simmons |first3=Alex |date=2024-09-10 |title=Every Game That's Enhanced for PS5 Pro |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/every-game-enhanced-for-ps5-pro |access-date=2024-09-13 |website=IGN |language=en |archive-date=13 September 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240913144110/https://www.ign.com/articles/every-game-enhanced-for-ps5-pro |url-status=live }} A Nintendo Switch 2 version is scheduled for release on 5 June 2025, as a launch title for the console.{{Cite web |last=Mellon |first=Rory |date=2 April 2025 |title=Nintendo Switch 2 Direct live — release date, pre-orders, console details and new game reveals |url=https://www.tomsguide.com/news/live/nintendo-switch-2-direct-event-live-updates |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250402102036/https://www.tomsguide.com/news/live/nintendo-switch-2-direct-event-live-updates |archive-date=2 April 2025 |access-date=2 April 2025 |website=Tom's Guide}}

As part of the release, players received free cosmetic items by joining the Harry Potter Fan Club and linking the WB Games account.{{Cite web |last=Gutierrez |first=Luis Joshua |date=7 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy: Get Free Cosmetics By Linking Your WB Games Account To Harry Potter Fan Club |url=https://www.gamespot.com/articles/hogwarts-legacy-get-free-cosmetics-by-linking-your-wb-games-account-to-harry-potter-fan-club/1100-6511135/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230219172510/https://www.gamespot.com/articles/hogwarts-legacy-get-free-cosmetics-by-linking-your-wb-games-account-to-harry-potter-fan-club/1100-6511135/ |archive-date=19 February 2023 |access-date=19 February 2023 |website=GameSpot}} PlayStation versions include exclusive content like the "Haunted Hogsmeade Shop" quest and the "Felix Felicis" potion recipe as a pre-order bonus. The quest features an additional dungeon, a cosmetic set, and an in-game shop, while the potion reveals gear chests on the map.{{Cite web |last=Valentine |first=Rebekah |date=13 September 2022 |title=Hogwarts Legacy New Trailer Shows Off PlayStation-Exclusive Quest Featuring Hogsmeade |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/hogwarts-legacy-new-trailer-shows-off-playstation-exclusive-quest-featuring-hogsmeade |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221219013844/https://www.ign.com/articles/hogwarts-legacy-new-trailer-shows-off-playstation-exclusive-quest-featuring-hogsmeade |archive-date=19 December 2022 |access-date=19 February 2023 |website=IGN}} The Dark Arts Pack, available in Deluxe and Collector's editions or as downloadable content (DLC,) includes an exclusive mount, clothing set, and a new battle arena. The Dark Arts Battle Arena expands the two available battle arenas available in the base game.{{Cite web |last=Ashworth |first=Mack |date=10 February 2023 |title=Is the Hogwarts Legacy Dark Arts Pack Worth Buying Separately? |url=https://www.gamerevolution.com/guides/934631-is-the-hogwarts-legacy-dark-arts-pack-worth-buying-separately-whats-included |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230219163524/https://www.gamerevolution.com/guides/934631-is-the-hogwarts-legacy-dark-arts-pack-worth-buying-separately-whats-included |archive-date=19 February 2023 |access-date=19 February 2023 |website=GameRevolution}}{{Cite web |last=Fay |first=Kacee |date=31 January 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Dark Arts pack: Mounts, cosmetics, and more |url=https://dotesports.com/general/news/hogwarts-legacy-dark-arts-pack-mounts-cosmetics-and-more |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230219163444/https://dotesports.com/general/news/hogwarts-legacy-dark-arts-pack-mounts-cosmetics-and-more |archive-date=19 February 2023 |access-date=19 February 2023 |website=Dot Esports}} From the early access release on 7 February 2023, to 24 February 2023, players could earn five exclusive cosmetic items via Twitch Drops.{{Cite news |date=7 February 2023 |title=Here's when to earn Hogwarts Legacy Twitch drops for special cosmetics |work=PC Gamer |url=https://www.pcgamer.com/hogwarts-legacy-twitch-drops/ |url-status=live |access-date=19 February 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230219172513/https://www.pcgamer.com/hogwarts-legacy-twitch-drops/ |archive-date=19 February 2023}}{{Cite web |last=Gutierrez |first=Luis Joshua |date=7 February 2023 |title=How To Get Hogwarts Legacy Twitch Drops Including Merlin's Cloak |url=https://www.gamespot.com/articles/how-to-get-hogwarts-legacy-twitch-drops-including-merlins-cloak/1100-6511251/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230210103634/https://www.gamespot.com/articles/how-to-get-hogwarts-legacy-twitch-drops-including-merlins-cloak/1100-6511251/ |archive-date=10 February 2023 |access-date=19 February 2023 |website=GameSpot}} Additionally, the launch of the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions offered the "Professor Ronen cosmetic set," with seven extra items obtainable through Twitch Drops as well.{{Cite web |last=Ivan |first=Tom |date=5 May 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy gets an arachnophobia mode and 500 fixes as it hits PS4 and Xbox One |url=https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/hogwarts-legacy-gets-an-arachnophobia-mode-and-500-fixes-as-it-hits-ps4-and-xbox-one/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230505232606/https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/hogwarts-legacy-gets-an-arachnophobia-mode-and-500-fixes-as-it-hits-ps4-and-xbox-one/ |archive-date=5 May 2023 |access-date=7 May 2023 |website=Video Games Chronicle |language=en-GB}}

Shortly after release, game director Alan Tew stated that the team focused only on the launch and did not yet plan to release additional content.{{Cite web |last=Dinsdale |first=Ryan |date=17 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy: Developer Confirms There Are No Current Plans for DLC |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/hogwarts-legacy-developer-confirms-there-are-no-current-plans-for-dlc |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230219172715/https://www.ign.com/articles/hogwarts-legacy-developer-confirms-there-are-no-current-plans-for-dlc |archive-date=19 February 2023 |access-date=19 February 2023 |website=IGN}} In May 2024, Avalanche Studios announced a major update for 6 June, which added player-requested features like a photo mode, talent point resets, and new cosmetic items. The update also released pre-order and console-exclusive content, including the "Haunted Hogsmeade Shop" quest.{{Cite web |last=Kaan |first=Serin |date=2024-05-30 |title=Hogwarts Legacy gets photo mode, Harry Potter glasses, and unlocks the PS5-only quest in its big summer update |url=https://www.gamesradar.com/games/rpg/hogwarts-legacy-gets-photo-mode-harry-potter-glasses-and-unlocks-the-ps5-only-quest-in-its-big-summer-update/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240530183005/https://www.gamesradar.com/games/rpg/hogwarts-legacy-gets-photo-mode-harry-potter-glasses-and-unlocks-the-ps5-only-quest-in-its-big-summer-update/ |archive-date=2024-05-30 |access-date=2024-06-01 |website=GamesRadar+ |language=en}}{{Cite web |last=Spear |first=Rebecca |date=2024-06-07 |title=You can now change the time of day and season in Hogwarts Legacy — but there's a catch |url=https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/you-can-now-change-the-date-and-season-in-hogwarts-legacy-to-get-the-perfect-screenshots |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240609181857/https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/you-can-now-change-the-date-and-season-in-hogwarts-legacy-to-get-the-perfect-screenshots |archive-date=2024-06-09 |access-date=2024-06-09 |website=Windows Central |language=en}} In January 2025, mod support was added via the Hogwarts Legacy Creator Kit. The support is currently limited to PC.{{Cite web |last=Wetterau |first=Sören |date=2025-01-31 |title=Hogwarts Legacy: Das große PC-Update ist da - jetzt kostenlos downloaden |trans-title=Hogwarts Legacy: The big PC update is here - download it now for free |url=https://www.4p.de/news/hogwarts-legacy-pc-mod-update-erschienen-groesse/3293147 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250202102727/https://www.4p.de/news/hogwarts-legacy-pc-mod-update-erschienen-groesse/3293147 |archive-date=2025-02-02 |access-date=2025-02-02 |website=4Players |language=de-DE}}{{Cite web |last=Croft |first=Liam |date=2025-01-30 |title=Hogwarts Legacy: Can You Use Mods on PS5 and PS4? |url=https://www.pushsquare.com/guides/hogwarts-legacy-can-you-use-mods-on-ps5-and-ps4 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250202102735/https://www.pushsquare.com/guides/hogwarts-legacy-can-you-use-mods-on-ps5-and-ps4 |archive-date=2025-02-02 |access-date=2025-02-02 |website=Push Square |language=en-GB}} In March 2025, Bloomberg's Jason Schreier reported that Warner Bros. cancelled an unannounced story expansion that had been planned for release later this year alongside a Definitive Edition containing all previously released content for the game. According to Schreier, the cancellation was in part because the company felt that the content was not substantial enough to justify the anticipated price.{{Cite web |last=Schreier |first=Jason |author-link=Jason Schreier |date=27 March 2025 |title=Warner Bros. Cancels Planned 'Hogwarts Legacy' Game Expansion |url=https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-27/warner-bros-cancels-planned-hogwarts-legacy-game-expansion |url-status=live |archive-url=https://archive.today/20250327192943/https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-27/warner-bros-cancels-planned-hogwarts-legacy-game-expansion |archive-date=27 March 2025 |access-date=28 March 2025 |website=Bloomberg News}}

{{Video game reviews

| MC = (PC) 83/100{{Cite web |title=Hogwarts Legacy for PC Reviews |url=https://www.metacritic.com/game/hogwarts-legacy/critic-reviews/?platform=pc |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230206121306/https://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/hogwarts-legacy |archive-date=6 February 2023 |access-date=15 March 2023 |website=Metacritic}}{{efn|Based on 22 reviews}}
(PS5) 84/100{{Cite web |title=Hogwarts Legacy for PlayStation 5 Reviews |url=https://www.metacritic.com/game/hogwarts-legacy/critic-reviews/?platform=playstation-5 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230206063950/https://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-5/hogwarts-legacy |archive-date=6 February 2023 |access-date=15 March 2023 |website=Metacritic}}{{efn|Based on 101 reviews}}
(XSXS) 85/100{{Cite web |title=Hogwarts Legacy for Xbox Series X Reviews |url=https://www.metacritic.com/game/hogwarts-legacy/critic-reviews/?platform=xbox-series-x |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230206131708/https://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-series-x/hogwarts-legacy |archive-date=6 February 2023 |access-date=15 March 2023 |website=Metacritic}}{{efn|Based on 22 reviews}}

| Destruct = 7/10{{Cite web |last=Carter |first=Chris |date=10 February 2023 |title=Review: Hogwarts Legacy |url=https://www.destructoid.com/reviews/review-hogwarts-legacy/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230210233123/https://www.destructoid.com/reviews/review-hogwarts-legacy/ |archive-date=10 February 2023 |access-date=10 February 2023 |website=Destructoid}}

| DT = 2.5/5{{Cite web |last=Colantonio |first=Giovanni |date=9 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy review: uninspired Harry Potter game is deathly hollow |url=https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/hogwarts-legacy-ps5-review/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230211075534/https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/hogwarts-legacy-ps5-review/ |archive-date=11 February 2023 |access-date=9 February 2023 |website=Digital Trends}}

| Fam = 37/40{{Cite web |last=Romano |first=Sal |date=1 March 2023 |title=Famitsu Review Scores: Issue 1787 |url=https://www.gematsu.com/2023/02/famitsu-review-scores-issue-1787 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230308051102/https://www.gematsu.com/2023/02/famitsu-review-scores-issue-1787 |archive-date=8 March 2023 |access-date=7 March 2023 |website=Gematsu}}

| GI = 9/10{{Cite magazine |last=Miller |first=Matt |date=10 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Review – A Potion Well-Brewed |url=https://www.gameinformer.com/review/hogwarts-legacy/a-potion-well-brewed |url-status=live |magazine=Game Informer |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230212193416/https://www.gameinformer.com/review/hogwarts-legacy/a-potion-well-brewed |archive-date=12 February 2023 |access-date=14 February 2023}}

| GameRev = 6/10{{Cite web |last=Tamburro |first=Paul |date=10 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Review |url=https://www.gamerevolution.com/review/934630-hogwarts-legacy-review-ps5-pc-xbox-ps4-switch |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230210233112/https://www.gamerevolution.com/review/934630-hogwarts-legacy-review-ps5-pc-xbox-ps4-switch |archive-date=10 February 2023 |access-date=10 February 2023 |website=GameRevolution}}

| GRadar = 3.5/5{{Cite web |last=West |first=Josh |date=6 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy review: 'Tries to do too much all at once' |url=https://www.gamesradar.com/hogwarts-legacy-review/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230206115331/https://www.gamesradar.com/hogwarts-legacy-review/ |archive-date=6 February 2023 |access-date=6 February 2023 |website=GamesRadar+}}

| GSpot = 6/10{{Cite web |title=Hogwarts Legacy Review – Sleight Of Hand |url=https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/hogwarts-legacy-review-sleight-of-hand/1900-6418032/ |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230218212202/https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/hogwarts-legacy-review-sleight-of-hand/1900-6418032/ |archive-date=18 February 2023 |access-date=18 February 2023 |website=GameSpot}}

| IGN = 9/10{{Cite web |last=Northup |first=Travis |date=6 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Review |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/hogwarts-legacy-review-harry-potter-ps5-xbox-pc |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230206113002/https://www.ign.com/articles/hogwarts-legacy-review-harry-potter-ps5-xbox-pc |archive-date=6 February 2023 |access-date=6 February 2023 |website=IGN}}

| NME = 3/5{{Cite web |last=NME |date=6 February 2023 |title='Hogwarts Legacy' review: graduation |url=https://www.nme.com/reviews/game-reviews/hogwarts-legacy-review-3392991 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230206122835/https://www.nme.com/reviews/game-reviews/hogwarts-legacy-review-3392991 |archive-date=6 February 2023 |access-date=6 February 2023 |website=NME}}

| PCGUS = 83/100{{Cite web |last=Park |first=Morgan |date=11 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy review |url=https://www.pcgamer.com/hogwarts-legacy-review/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230212114827/https://www.pcgamer.com/hogwarts-legacy-review/ |archive-date=12 February 2023 |access-date=14 February 2023 |website=PC Gamer}}

| PCGN = 7/10{{Cite web |last=James |first=Ford |date=6 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy review: meh-xpelliarmus |url=https://www.pcgamesn.com/hogwarts-legacy/review |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230206122839/https://www.pcgamesn.com/hogwarts-legacy/review |archive-date=6 February 2023 |access-date=6 February 2023 |website=PCGamesN}}

| PSQ = 8/10{{Cite web |last=Croft |first=Liam |date=6 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Review (PS5) |url=https://www.pushsquare.com/reviews/ps5/hogwarts-legacy |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230206122154/https://www.pushsquare.com/reviews/ps5/hogwarts-legacy |archive-date=6 February 2023 |access-date=6 February 2023 |website=Push Square}}

| TG = 3/5{{Cite web |last=MacDonald |first=Keza |date=6 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy review – wizarding wish-fulfilment whose magic wears off |url=https://www.theguardian.com/games/2023/feb/06/hogwarts-legacy-review-wizarding-wish-fulfilment-whose-magic-wears-off |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230214065933/https://www.theguardian.com/games/2023/feb/06/hogwarts-legacy-review-wizarding-wish-fulfilment-whose-magic-wears-off |archive-date=14 February 2023 |access-date=6 February 2023 |website=The Guardian}}

| VGC = 4/5{{Cite web |last=Middler |first=Jordan |date=6 February 2023 |title=Review: Hogwarts Legacy delivers a stunning world in an excellent, if dated, RPG |url=https://www.videogameschronicle.com/review/hogwarts-legacy-review/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230206122848/https://www.videogameschronicle.com/review/hogwarts-legacy-review/ |archive-date=6 February 2023 |access-date=6 February 2023 |website=Video Games Chronicle}}

| EuroG = 8/10

| OC = 89%{{cite web |title=Hogwarts Legacy Reviews |url=https://opencritic.com/game/13898/hogwarts-legacy |website=OpenCritic |date=6 February 2023 |access-date=25 June 2023 |archive-date=6 February 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230206050656/https://opencritic.com/game/13898/hogwarts-legacy |url-status=live}}

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According to review aggregator Metacritic, Hogwarts Legacy received "generally favourable" reviews. As per OpenCritic, 89% of the 158 critic reviews recommend it.{{Cite web |date=6 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Reviews |url=https://opencritic.com/game/13898/hogwarts-legacy |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230206050656/https://opencritic.com/game/13898/hogwarts-legacy |archive-date=6 February 2023 |access-date=25 June 2023 |website=OpenCritic |language=en}}

The environments and visuals were lauded, with many critics praising the recreation of Hogwarts Castle. GamesRadar+ complimented the world as being faithful to the existing Wizarding World lore, and Destructoid appreciated the overall presentation and positive synergy with the universe. Other reviewers echoed these points,{{Cite web |last=Northup |first=Travis |date=6 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Review |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/hogwarts-legacy-review-harry-potter-ps5-xbox-pc |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230218053124/https://www.ign.com/articles/hogwarts-legacy-review-harry-potter-ps5-xbox-pc |archive-date=18 February 2023 |access-date=18 February 2023 |website=IGN}}{{Cite web |last=Franken |first=Denian |date=10 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy biedt waar Harry Potter-fans op hopen {{!}} Review {{!}} Gamer.nl |url=https://gamer.nl/artikelen/review/hogwarts-legacy-biedt-precies-waar-harry-potter-fans-op-hopen/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230217090554/https://gamer.nl/artikelen/review/hogwarts-legacy-biedt-precies-waar-harry-potter-fans-op-hopen/ |archive-date=17 February 2023 |access-date=24 February 2023 |website=Gamer.nl |language=nl}}{{Cite web |last=Saldana |first=Giancarlo |date=8 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Review: Bewitchingly Enchanting |url=https://www.gamepressure.com/editorials/reviews/hogwarts-legacy-review-bewitchingly-enchanting/z760a |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230224141309/https://www.gamepressure.com/editorials/reviews/hogwarts-legacy-review-bewitchingly-enchanting/z760a |archive-date=24 February 2023 |access-date=24 February 2023 |website=Gamepressure}} with NME writing that the world was probably the most fitting depiction for fans.{{Cite web |date=6 February 2023 |title='Hogwarts Legacy' review: graduation |url=https://www.nme.com/reviews/game-reviews/hogwarts-legacy-review-3392991 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230206122835/https://www.nme.com/reviews/game-reviews/hogwarts-legacy-review-3392991 |archive-date=6 February 2023 |access-date=6 February 2023 |website=NME}} Further praise was directed at the castle's level of detail.{{Cite web |last=Dunsmore |first=Kevin |date=13 February 2023 |title=Review: Hogwarts Legacy – Hardcore Gamer |url=https://hardcoregamer.com/reviews/review-hogwarts-legacy/437267/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230215034630/https://hardcoregamer.com/reviews/review-hogwarts-legacy/437267/ |archive-date=15 February 2023 |access-date=24 February 2023 |website=Hardcore Gamer}}{{Cite web |last=Spear |first=Rebecca |date=6 February 2023 |title=Review: Hogwarts Legacy wants to fulfill your wizarding wishes |url=https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/pc-gaming/review-hogwarts-legacy-takes-every-opportunity-to-fulfill-your-wizarding-wishes |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230222060356/https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/pc-gaming/review-hogwarts-legacy-takes-every-opportunity-to-fulfill-your-wizarding-wishes |archive-date=22 February 2023 |access-date=24 February 2023 |website=Windows Central}}{{Cite news |last=Schermann |first=Natalie |date=15 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy im Test: Das perfekte Potter-Spiel |language=de-DE |work=GameStar |url=https://www.gamestar.de/artikel/hogwarts-legacy-test-review-pc,3389577.html |url-status=live |access-date=24 February 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230212142139/https://www.gamestar.de/artikel/hogwarts-legacy-test-review-pc,3389577.html |archive-date=12 February 2023}} Push Square highlighted the level of atmosphere and visual presentation, finding it made aimless activities like walking around Hogwarts enjoyable.{{Cite web |last=Croft |first=Liam |date=6 February 2023 |title=Review: Hogwarts Legacy (PS5) – A Harry Potter Dream Come True |url=https://www.pushsquare.com/reviews/ps5/hogwarts-legacy |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230221100445/https://www.pushsquare.com/reviews/ps5/hogwarts-legacy |archive-date=21 February 2023 |access-date=21 February 2023 |website=Push Square}} The surrounding areas set in the Scottish Highlands received similar praise.{{Cite web |last=Kim |first=Soojin |date=8 February 2023 |title=호그와트 레거시 리뷰 |url=https://www.inven.co.kr/webzine/news/?news=281468 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230220215314/https://www.inven.co.kr/webzine/news/?news=281468 |archive-date=20 February 2023 |access-date=24 February 2023 |website=Inven |language=ko}}{{Cite web |last=Kempski |first=Krzysztof |date=6 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy – recenzja. Sandboks pełen magii – CD-Action |url=https://cdaction.pl/recenzje/hogwarts-legacy-recenzja-sandboks-pelen-magii |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230217090555/https://cdaction.pl/recenzje/hogwarts-legacy-recenzja-sandboks-pelen-magii |archive-date=17 February 2023 |access-date=24 February 2023 |website=CD-Action |language=pl}}

The gameplay received mixed reactions. PC Gamer praised Legacy{{'}}s straightforward yet cohesive systems, such as the wizard duels and the personalised Room of Requirement.{{Cite web |last=Park |first=Morgan |date=11 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy review |url=https://www.pcgamer.com/hogwarts-legacy-review/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230221093339/https://www.pcgamer.com/hogwarts-legacy-review/ |archive-date=21 February 2023 |access-date=21 February 2023 |website=PC Gamer}} Eurogamer Germany said the attention to detail motivated the player to explore the world. They highlighted the music and were impressed by the design of some of the quests and puzzles.{{Cite news |last=Weißmann |first=Melanie |date=6 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy im Test: Eine Welt, die süchtig macht, auch, wenn sie nicht perfekt ist |url=https://www.eurogamer.de/hogwarts-legacy-im-test-eine-welt-die-suchtig-macht-auch-wenn-sie-nicht-perfekt-ist |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230218211307/https://www.eurogamer.de/hogwarts-legacy-im-test-eine-welt-die-suchtig-macht-auch-wenn-sie-nicht-perfekt-ist |archive-date=18 February 2023 |access-date=18 February 2023 |work=Eurogamer Germany |language=de}} Destructoid complimented the range of activities and unlockables but found the game sometimes unimpressive, contributing to the experience of being wrapped in an unsatisfatory open world environment.{{Cite web |last=Carter |first=Chris |date=21 February 2023 |title=Review: Hogwarts Legacy |url=https://www.destructoid.com/reviews/review-hogwarts-legacy/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230217080431/https://www.destructoid.com/reviews/review-hogwarts-legacy/ |archive-date=17 February 2023 |access-date=21 February 2023 |website=Destructoid}} NME similarly wrote that the design felt dated, attributing this to its long development cycle. The Guardian criticised the experience as competent yet not particularly impressive. While praising the presentation for its captivating nature, they felt that the progression was derivative of other open-world examples. GameRevolution described Legacy as a fun but forgettable Harry Potter fan service, writing that features such as attending classes and creating potions lacked sufficient depth. The combat was generally praised. PCGamesN called it the strongest aspect,{{Cite web |last=Ford |first=James |date=21 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy review: meh-xpelliarmus |url=https://www.pcgamesn.com/hogwarts-legacy/review |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230221093718/https://www.pcgamesn.com/hogwarts-legacy/review |archive-date=21 February 2023 |access-date=21 February 2023 |website=PCGamesN}} and The A.V. Club deemed it the most interesting feature, expressing that confrontations with greater difficulty provided genuinely thrilling experiences.{{Cite web |last=Hughes |first=William |date=9 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy is the game J.K. Rowling fans want, and maybe deserve |url=https://www.avclub.com/hogwarts-legacy-review-j-k-rowling-harry-potter-game-1850091666 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230209144743/https://www.avclub.com/hogwarts-legacy-review-j-k-rowling-harry-potter-game-1850091666/ |archive-date=9 February 2023 |access-date=1 March 2023 |website=The A.V. Club}} GameSpot described the combat and spells as giving a notable feeling of control to the player, though they criticised the spell-selecting controls and the unremarkable enemy design.{{Cite web |date=20 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Review – Sleight Of Hand |url=https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/hogwarts-legacy-review-sleight-of-hand/1900-6418032/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230218212202/https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/hogwarts-legacy-review-sleight-of-hand/1900-6418032/ |archive-date=18 February 2023 |access-date=24 February 2023 |website=GameSpot}} Game Informer similarly lamented the enemies for lacking variety.{{Cite magazine |last=Miller |first=Matt |date=10 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Review – A Potion Well-Brewed |url=https://www.gameinformer.com/review/hogwarts-legacy/a-potion-well-brewed |url-status=live |magazine=Game Informer |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230218211952/https://www.gameinformer.com/review/hogwarts-legacy/a-potion-well-brewed |archive-date=18 February 2023 |access-date=18 February 2023}}

The narrative divided critics. Some praised the developer's handling of the narrative to tell an original story in a setting that felt overly familiar.{{Cite web |last=Alosi |first=Alessandro |date=6 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Recensione PC |url=https://www.thegamesmachine.it/hogwarts-legacy-pc-ps4-ps5-xbox-one-xbox-series-xs-switch/hogwarts-legacy-recensione/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230224142921/https://www.thegamesmachine.it/hogwarts-legacy-pc-ps4-ps5-xbox-one-xbox-series-xs-switch/hogwarts-legacy-recensione/ |archive-date=24 February 2023 |access-date=24 February 2023 |website=The Games Machine |language=it-IT}} Windows Central deemed the story compelling, while the writing of the more detailed sidequests was positively highlighted by Video Games Chronicle as some of the best of the series. Hardcore Gamer praised the story as riveting, but felt it faltered towards the end. PCMag in particular criticised the decision to have the protagonist act out a "Chosen One" role. Other reviewers found the narrative to be lacklustre and, at times, illogical.

The characters were mostly well received. Windows Central described them as interesting, noting that they added depth to the world. CNET complimented them for being well-written and positively remarked upon their ethnic diversity,{{Cite web |last=Keane |first=Sean |date=12 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Renews That Classic Harry Potter Magic |url=https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/hogwarts-legacy-renews-that-classic-harry-potter-magic/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230212205434/https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/hogwarts-legacy-renews-that-classic-harry-potter-magic/ |archive-date=12 February 2023 |access-date=1 March 2023 |website=CNET}} which was echoed by PCMag.{{Cite web |last=Zamora |first=Gabriel |date=16 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy |url=https://uk.pcmag.com/pc-games/145475/hogwarts-legacy |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230221050457/https://uk.pcmag.com/pc-games/145475/hogwarts-legacy |archive-date=21 February 2023 |access-date=24 February 2023 |website=PCMag UK}} IGN praised the companions for their characterization and roles. The cast performances received similar compliments; PCMag wrote that their quality made conversations feel natural. On the other hand, Video Games Chronicle considered certain NPCs outside of Hogwarts to be lifeless. Hardcore Gamer wrote that the protagonist's rivals, Ranrok and Rookwood, failed as compelling antagonists and were inferior compared to other established Harry Potter villains.

Reviewers were critical of Legacy{{'}}s technical aspects. PC Gamer experienced brief but frequent pauses at doors, as well as frame rate drops during uneventful moments. Eurogamer Germany noted shading issues and rigid facial expressions on character models, and CNET thought that their eye movements occasionally felt unnatural. Many noted that the performance was affected by technical problems, including slow loading of textures, frame rate inconsistencies, visual glitches, clipping objects, and inconsistent lighting.{{Cite web |last=Toepoel |first=Marvin |date=6 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy review (PS5) – Zelfs Dreuzels gaan hiervan houden |url=https://pu.nl/artikelen/review/hogwarts-legacy-review-ps5-zelfs-dreuzels-gaan-hiervan-houden/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230217090554/https://pu.nl/artikelen/review/hogwarts-legacy-review-ps5-zelfs-dreuzels-gaan-hiervan-houden/ |archive-date=17 February 2023 |access-date=24 February 2023 |website=Power Unlimited}} GameStar reported performance problems overall while reviewing the PC version, especially in areas with many NPCs, but said the first patch alleviated some of these problems.

As a result of the {{visible anchor|controversy}} surrounding Rowling, some publications chose not to cover or review Hogwarts Legacy, and the internet forum ResetEra banned all discussion of it.{{Cite web |last=Bergin |first=Laura |date=24 January 2023 |title=You can't talk about Hogwarts Legacy on ResetEra |url=https://www.pcgamesn.com/hogwarts-legacy/resetera-ban |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230124102602/https://www.pcgamesn.com/hogwarts-legacy/resetera-ban |archive-date=24 January 2023 |access-date=10 February 2023 |website=PCGamesN}} In its own review, Wired gave it the lowest possible score, describing the story and gameplay as mediocre and harmful.{{Cite web |last=Tagliaferri |first=Simone |date=11 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy: recensione gli dà 1/10, scatta la polemica |url=https://multiplayer.it/notizie/hogwarts-legacy-recensione-gli-da-110-scatta-la-polemica.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230217180857/https://multiplayer.it/notizie/hogwarts-legacy-recensione-gli-da-110-scatta-la-polemica.html |archive-date=17 February 2023 |access-date=20 March 2023 |website=Multiplayer.it |language=it}}{{Cite magazine |last=Grey |first=Jaina |date=10 February 2023 |title=Review: There Is No Magic in Hogwarts Legacy |url=https://www.wired.com/review/hogwarts-legacy-review/ |url-status=live |magazine=Wired |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230211231834/https://www.wired.com/review/hogwarts-legacy-review/ |archive-date=11 February 2023 |accessdate=11 February 2023}}{{Cite news |last=Lewis |first=Helen |authorlink=Helen Lewis (journalist) |date=2023-04-02 |title=The 'Hogwarts Legacy' Boycott That Wasn't |url=https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2023/04/hogwarts-legacy-game-jk-rowling-transphobia-accusation/673583/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230408002937/https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2023/04/hogwarts-legacy-game-jk-rowling-transphobia-accusation/673583/ |archive-date=8 April 2023 |access-date=2023-07-08 |work=The Atlantic |language=en}} In response to the controversy, the studio added that the development focused on creating a "rich and diverse" world that would represent all groups of people. According to PinkNews, transgender character Sirona Ryan's inclusion was dismissed by some activists as insincere, while unnamed sources involved in the development allegedly stated that the character added nothing substantial and was solely created to avert criticism.{{Cite web |last=Hansford |first=Amelia |date=9 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy's trans character Sirona Ryan slammed as 'forced' and 'ungenuine' by gamers |url=https://www.thepinknews.com/2023/02/09/hogwarts-legacy-sirona-ryan-included-to-shut-trans-people-up/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230209150559/https://www.thepinknews.com/2023/02/09/hogwarts-legacy-sirona-ryan-included-to-shut-trans-people-up/ |archive-date=9 February 2023 |access-date=10 February 2023 |website=PinkNews}}

On 23 February 2023, Warner Bros. Discovery announced that Hogwarts Legacy had sold more than 12 million copies and generated $850 million in global sales.{{Cite web |last=Maas |first=Jennifer |date=23 February 2023 |title='Hogwarts Legacy' Earns $850 Million, Sells More Than 12 Million Units in First Two Weeks |url=https://variety.com/2023/gaming/news/hogwarts-legacy-sales-850-million-1235533614/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230223205311/https://variety.com/2023/gaming/news/hogwarts-legacy-sales-850-million-1235533614/ |archive-date=23 February 2023 |access-date=23 February 2023 |website=Variety}}{{Cite web |last=Goldsmith |first=Jill |date=23 February 2023 |title=WBD CEO David Zaslav Says Games "Core" To Strategy As 'Hogwarts Legacy' Sells 12 Million Units In Two Weeks |url=https://deadline.com/2023/02/warner-bros-games-hogwarts-legacy-sells-12-million-units-hits-850-million-sales-since-launch-1235269165/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230224182435/https://deadline.com/2023/02/warner-bros-games-hogwarts-legacy-sells-12-million-units-hits-850-million-sales-since-launch-1235269165/ |archive-date=24 February 2023 |access-date=25 February 2023 |website=Deadline Hollywood}}{{Cite web |last=Maas |first=Jennifer |date=22 February 2023 |title='Hogwarts Legacy' Tops 267 Million Hours Played, Fan Interest Surpasses 'Fantastic Beasts' |url=https://variety.com/2023/gaming/news/hogwarts-legacy-launch-numbers-harry-potter-1235530632/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230223090020/https://variety.com/2023/gaming/news/hogwarts-legacy-launch-numbers-harry-potter-1235530632/ |archive-date=23 February 2023 |access-date=23 February 2023 |website=Variety}} On 5 May 2023, it had accumulated a total of 15 million copies sold worldwide and crossed $1 billion in total revenue.{{Cite web |last=Romano |first=Sal |date=5 May 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy sales top 15 million |url=https://www.gematsu.com/2023/05/hogwarts-legacy-sales-top-15-million |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230505193550/https://www.gematsu.com/2023/05/hogwarts-legacy-sales-top-15-million |archive-date=5 May 2023 |access-date=5 May 2023 |website=Gematsu |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |last=Ivan |first=Tom |date=5 May 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy has topped 15 million sales and grossed over $1 billion |url=https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/hogwarts-legacy-has-topped-15-million-sales-and-grossed-over-1-billion/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230505193556/https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/hogwarts-legacy-has-topped-15-million-sales-and-grossed-over-1-billion/ |archive-date=5 May 2023 |access-date=5 May 2023 |website=Video Games Chronicle |language=en-GB}} By the end of 2023, Hogwarts Legacy achieved a sales milestone of 22 million copies, with around 2 million units sold during the December holiday season.{{Cite web |last=Maas |first=Jennifer |date=2024-01-08 |title='Hogwarts Legacy' Sold 22 Million Copies in 2023: Warner Bros. Discovery Games Boss Talks Year's Top-Selling Title and What's Next (EXCLUSIVE) |url=https://variety.com/2024/gaming/news/hogwarts-legacy-quidditch-video-game-1235860849/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240109044622/https://variety.com/2024/gaming/news/hogwarts-legacy-quidditch-video-game-1235860849/ |archive-date=2024-01-09 |access-date=2024-01-09 |website=Variety |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |last=Maas |first=Jennifer |date=2024-01-26 |title=Inside Warner Bros. Games' Big Live Services Push and Doubling Down on DC, 'Game of Thrones' and More Franchises |url=https://variety.com/2024/gaming/news/warner-bros-video-games-live-services-dc-game-of-thrones-1235888944/ |access-date=2024-01-28 |website=Variety |language=en-US |archive-date=26 January 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240126223947/https://variety.com/2024/gaming/news/warner-bros-video-games-live-services-dc-game-of-thrones-1235888944/ |url-status=live }} It then reached sales of 30 million in October 2024,{{Cite web |last=Maas |first=Jennifer |date=2024-11-05 |title='Harry Potter' 2.0: How Warner Bros. Plans to Keep the Magic Alive With a New HBO Series, Video Games and Pricey Merch |url=https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/harry-potter-franchise-future-tv-series-video-games-1236201249/ |access-date=2024-11-05 |website=Variety |language=en-US}} while by the end of March 2025 it crossed 34 million copies sold, making it one of the best-selling video games of all time.{{Cite web |last=Robinson |first=Andy |date=2025-03-27 |title=Hogwarts Legacy expansion reportedly scrapped in Warner Bros. games overhaul |url=https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/hogwarts-legacy-expansion-reportedly-scrapped-in-warner-bros-games-overhaul/ |access-date=2025-04-24 |website=Video Games Chronicle |archive-date=2025-03-28 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250328004708/https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/hogwarts-legacy-expansion-reportedly-scrapped-in-warner-bros-games-overhaul/ |url-status=live }}

In the US, Hogwarts Legacy topped the monthly sales charts for February 2023.{{Cite web |last=Yaden |first=Joseph |date=29 March 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Is Already The Best-Selling Game Of 2023 In The US |url=https://www.gamespot.com/articles/hogwarts-legacy-is-already-the-best-selling-game-of-2023-in-the-us/1100-6512789/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230330001547/https://www.gamespot.com/articles/hogwarts-legacy-is-already-the-best-selling-game-of-2023-in-the-us/1100-6512789/ |archive-date=30 March 2023 |access-date=1 April 2023 |website=GameSpot}}{{Cite web |last=Sinha |first=Ravi |date=29 March 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Tops US Sales Charts in February 2023 |url=https://gamingbolt.com/hogwarts-legacy-tops-us-sales-charts-in-february-2023 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230329234101/https://gamingbolt.com/hogwarts-legacy-tops-us-sales-charts-in-february-2023 |archive-date=29 March 2023 |access-date=1 April 2023 |website=GamingBolt}} In the UK, Hogwarts Legacy debuted and remained atop of the physical sales chart for five consecutive weeks, and fifteen weeks in total.UK physical sales chart (consecutive for first five weeks)

• Week 1: {{Cite web |last=Tailby |first=Stephen |date=2023-02-13 |title=UK Sales Charts: Hogwarts Legacy's Launch Week Sales Trump Elden Ring's in Massive Debut |url=https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2023/02/uk-sales-charts-hogwarts-legacys-launch-week-sales-trump-elden-rings-in-massive-debut |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240525174401/https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2023/02/uk-sales-charts-hogwarts-legacys-launch-week-sales-trump-elden-rings-in-massive-debut |archive-date=2024-05-25 |access-date=2025-01-26 |website=Push Square |language=en-GB}}

• Week 2: {{Cite web |last=Tailby |first=Stephen |date=20 February 2023 |title=UK Sales Charts: Hogwarts Legacy Flying High with Second Week at Number One |url=https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2023/02/uk-sales-charts-hogwarts-legacy-flying-high-with-second-week-at-number-one |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230221095834/https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2023/02/uk-sales-charts-hogwarts-legacy-flying-high-with-second-week-at-number-one |archive-date=21 February 2023 |access-date=21 February 2023 |website=Push Square}}

• Week 3: {{Cite web |last=Batchelor |first=James |date=2023-02-27 |title=Four new releases fail to top Hogwarts Legacy {{!}} UK Boxed Charts |url=https://www.gamesindustry.biz/four-new-releases-fail-to-top-hogwarts-legacy-uk-boxed-charts |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230227153328/https://www.gamesindustry.biz/four-new-releases-fail-to-top-hogwarts-legacy-uk-boxed-charts |archive-date=27 February 2023 |access-date=2024-06-01 |website=Gameindustry.biz |language=en}}

• Week 4: {{Cite web |last=Dring |first=Christopher |date=2023-03-06 |title=Hogwarts Legacy narrowly denies Metroid Prime Remastered the No.1 spot {{!}} UK Boxed Charts |url=https://www.gamesindustry.biz/hogwarts-legacy-narrowly-denies-metroid-prime-remastered-no1-uk-boxed-charts |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230802090736/https://www.gamesindustry.biz/hogwarts-legacy-narrowly-denies-metroid-prime-remastered-no1-uk-boxed-charts |archive-date=2 August 2023 |access-date=2024-06-01 |website=Gameindustry.biz |language=en}}

• Week 5: {{Cite web |last=Dring |first=Christopher |date=2023-03-14 |title=Hogwarts Legacy scores fifth No.1 as it surpasses Elden Ring's sales {{!}} UK Boxed Charts |url=https://www.gamesindustry.biz/hogwarts-legacy-scores-fifth-no1-as-it-surpasses-elden-rings-sales-uk-charts |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230314112147/https://www.gamesindustry.biz/hogwarts-legacy-scores-fifth-no1-as-it-surpasses-elden-rings-sales-uk-charts |archive-date=14 March 2023 |access-date=2024-06-01 |website=Gameindustry.biz |language=en}}

• Week 6: {{Cite web |last=Dring |first=Christopher |date=2023-05-08 |title=Hogwarts Legacy returns to No.1 after PS4 and Xbox One launch {{!}} UK Boxed Charts |url=https://www.gamesindustry.biz/hogwarts-legacy-returns-to-no1-after-ps4-and-xbox-one-launch-uk-boxed-charts |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250126113518/https://www.gamesindustry.biz/hogwarts-legacy-returns-to-no1-after-ps4-and-xbox-one-launch-uk-boxed-charts |archive-date=2025-01-26 |access-date=2025-01-26 |website=Gameindustry.biz |language=en}}

• Week 7: {{Cite web |last=McEvoy |first=Sophie |date=2023-11-20 |title=Early Black Friday deals put Hogwarts Legacy back at No.1 {{!}} UK Boxed Charts |url=https://www.gamesindustry.biz/early-black-friday-deals-put-hogwarts-legacy-back-at-no1-uk-boxed-charts |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240601203402/https://www.gamesindustry.biz/early-black-friday-deals-put-hogwarts-legacy-back-at-no1-uk-boxed-charts |archive-date=1 June 2024 |access-date=2024-06-01 |website=Gameindustry.biz |language=en}}

• Week 8: {{Cite web |last=Dring |first=Christopher |date=2024-01-03 |title=Hogwarts Legacy wins {{!}} UK Boxed Charts |url=https://www.gamesindustry.biz/hogwarts-legacy-wins-uk-boxed-charts |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240521174211/https://www.gamesindustry.biz/hogwarts-legacy-wins-uk-boxed-charts |archive-date=21 May 2024 |access-date=2024-06-01 |website=Gameindustry.biz |language=en}}

• Week 9: {{Cite web |last=McEvoy |first=Sophie |date=2024-01-11 |title=Hogwarts Legacy retains top spot {{!}} UK Boxed Charts |url=https://www.gamesindustry.biz/hogwarts-legacy-retains-top-spot-uk-boxed-charts |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240601203402/https://www.gamesindustry.biz/hogwarts-legacy-retains-top-spot-uk-boxed-charts |archive-date=1 June 2024 |access-date=2024-06-01 |website=Gameindustry.biz |language=en}}

• Week 10: {{Cite web |last=Tailby |first=Stephen |date=2024-01-22 |title=UK Sales Charts: The Last of Us 2 Remastered Beats Prince of Persia to the Podium |url=https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2024/01/uk-sales-charts-the-last-of-us-2-remastered-beats-prince-of-persia-to-the-podium |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20241219021353/https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2024/01/uk-sales-charts-the-last-of-us-2-remastered-beats-prince-of-persia-to-the-podium |archive-date=2024-12-19 |access-date=2025-01-26 |website=Push Square |language=en-GB}}

• Week 11: {{Cite web |last=Tailby |first=Stephen |date=2024-02-12 |title=UK Sales Charts: Helldivers 2 PS5 Drops into the Top 10 |url=https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2024/02/uk-sales-charts-helldivers-2-ps5-drops-into-the-top-10 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240525002954/https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2024/02/uk-sales-charts-helldivers-2-ps5-drops-into-the-top-10 |archive-date=2024-05-25 |access-date=2025-01-26 |website=Push Square |language=en-GB}}

• Week 12: {{Cite web |last=Tailby |first=Stephen |date=2024-07-15 |title=UK Sales Charts: It Takes Two Leapfrogs Back into Top 10, Hogwarts Legacy Takes the Lead |url=https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2024/07/uk-sales-charts-it-takes-two-leapfrogs-back-into-top-10-hogwarts-legacy-takes-the-lead |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250126113535/https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2024/07/uk-sales-charts-it-takes-two-leapfrogs-back-into-top-10-hogwarts-legacy-takes-the-lead |archive-date=2025-01-26 |access-date=2025-01-26 |website=Push Square |language=en-GB}}

• Week 13: {{Cite web |last=Tailby |first=Stephen |date=2024-07-23 |title=UK Sales Charts: Prince of Persia, Cyberpunk Jump Back into Top 10 |url=https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2024/07/uk-sales-charts-prince-of-persia-cyberpunk-jump-back-into-top-10 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240917185603/https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2024/07/uk-sales-charts-prince-of-persia-cyberpunk-jump-back-into-top-10 |archive-date=2024-09-17 |access-date=2025-01-26 |website=Push Square |language=en-GB}}

• Week 14: {{Cite web |last=Tailby |first=Stephen |date=2024-07-29 |title=UK Sales Charts: Hogwarts Legacy Continues Winning Streak Amid Quiet Release Schedule |url=https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2024/07/uk-sales-charts-hogwarts-legacy-continues-winning-streak-amid-quiet-release-schedule |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240809214215/https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2024/07/uk-sales-charts-hogwarts-legacy-continues-winning-streak-amid-quiet-release-schedule |archive-date=2024-08-09 |access-date=2025-01-26 |website=Push Square |language=en-GB}}

• Week 15: {{Cite web |last=Tailby |first=Stephen |date=2025-01-07 |title=UK Sales Charts: Hogwarts Legacy Leads 2025's First Top 10 Filled with Old Favourites |url=https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2025/01/uk-sales-charts-hogwarts-legacy-leads-2025s-first-top-10-filled-with-old-favourites |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250125114008/https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2025/01/uk-sales-charts-hogwarts-legacy-leads-2025s-first-top-10-filled-with-old-favourites |archive-date=2025-01-25 |access-date=2025-01-26 |website=Push Square |language=en-GB}} Analysts compared the first-week sales to Elden Ring, noting that physical and digital sales are up by 80% and 88%, respectively.{{Cite web |last=Tailby |first=Stephen |date=20 February 2023 |title=UK Sales Charts: Hogwarts Legacy Flying High with Second Week at Number One |url=https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2023/02/uk-sales-charts-hogwarts-legacy-flying-high-with-second-week-at-number-one |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230221095834/https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2023/02/uk-sales-charts-hogwarts-legacy-flying-high-with-second-week-at-number-one |archive-date=21 February 2023 |access-date=21 February 2023 |website=Push Square}}{{Cite web |last=Dring |first=Christopher |date=20 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy scores second week at No.1 {{!}} UK Boxed Charts |url=https://www.gamesindustry.biz/hogwarts-legacy-scores-second-week-at-no1-uk-boxed-charts |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230221095836/https://www.gamesindustry.biz/hogwarts-legacy-scores-second-week-at-no1-uk-boxed-charts |archive-date=21 February 2023 |access-date=21 February 2023 |website=Gameindustry.biz}} In Japan, Hogwarts Legacy debuted atop the software sales chart, with the PlayStation 5 version selling 67,196 physical copies.{{Cite web |last=Romano |first=Sal |date=16 February 2023 |title=Famitsu Sales: 2/6/23 – 2/12/23 [Update] |url=https://www.gematsu.com/2023/02/famitsu-sales-2-6-23-2-12-23 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230218095634/https://www.gematsu.com/2023/02/famitsu-sales-2-6-23-2-12-23 |archive-date=18 February 2023 |access-date=19 February 2023 |website=Gematsu}} It remained one additional week at the top spot and, as of 14 May 2023, accumulated a total of 172,820 physical copies sold.{{Cite web |last=Croft |first=Liam |date=23 February 2023 |title=PS5 Records Another Good Week of Sales in Japan, 2.5 Million Sold Since Launch |url=https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2023/02/ps5-records-another-good-week-of-sales-in-japan-2-5-million-sold-since-launch |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230225154652/https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2023/02/ps5-records-another-good-week-of-sales-in-japan-2-5-million-sold-since-launch |archive-date=25 February 2023 |access-date=25 February 2023 |website=Push Square}}{{Cite web |last=Romano |first=Sal |date=2023-05-18 |title=Famitsu Sales: 5/8/23 – 5/14/23 [Update] |url=https://www.gematsu.com/2023/05/famitsu-sales-5-8-23-5-14-23 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240315203206/https://www.gematsu.com/2023/05/famitsu-sales-5-8-23-5-14-23 |archive-date=2024-03-15 |access-date=2024-03-15 |website=Gematsu |language=en-US}} The PlayStation 4 version sold a total of 44,947 physical copies by 4 June 2023.{{Cite web |last=Romano |first=Sal |date=2023-06-08 |title=Famitsu Sales: 5/29/23 – 6/4/23 [Update] |url=https://www.gematsu.com/2023/06/famitsu-sales-5-29-23-6-4-23 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230921221821/https://www.gematsu.com/2023/06/famitsu-sales-5-29-23-6-4-23 |archive-date=2023-09-21 |access-date=2024-03-15 |website=Gematsu |language=en-US}} Lastly, as of 4 February 2023, the Nintendo Switch version achieved a total of 95,156 physical copies sold.{{Cite web |last=Romano |first=Sal |date=2024-02-08 |title=Famitsu Sales: 1/29/24 – 2/4/24 [Update] |url=https://www.gematsu.com/2024/02/famitsu-sales-1-29-24-2-4-24 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240213201106/https://www.gematsu.com/2024/02/famitsu-sales-1-29-24-2-4-24 |archive-date=2024-02-13 |access-date=2024-03-15 |website=Gematsu |language=en-US}} Legacy sold more than 600,000 copies in Germany within a period of two and a half weeks, making it one of the most successful games of both 2022 and 2023.{{Cite web |date=16 March 2023 |title=Spiele-Bestseller in Deutschland 2022/23: Die meistverkauften Games (Update) |url=https://www.gameswirtschaft.de/marketing-pr/spiele-bestseller-verkaufszahlen-deutschland-2022-2023-1603/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230316100920/https://www.gameswirtschaft.de/marketing-pr/spiele-bestseller-verkaufszahlen-deutschland-2022-2023-1603/ |archive-date=16 March 2023 |access-date=19 March 2023 |website=GamesWirtschaft |language=de-DE}} In Europe, Hogwarts Legacy{{'}}s launch sales placed it as the sixth biggest launch for a video game since the creation of the European Monthly Charts.{{Cite web |last=Dring |first=Christopher |date=7 March 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy is Europe's fastest-selling game (that isn't FIFA) for a generation {{!}} European Monthly Charts |url=https://www.gamesindustry.biz/hogwarts-legacy-is-europes-fastest-selling-game-that-isnt-fifa-for-a-generation-european-monthly-charts |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230308084116/https://www.gamesindustry.biz/hogwarts-legacy-is-europes-fastest-selling-game-that-isnt-fifa-for-a-generation-european-monthly-charts |archive-date=8 March 2023 |access-date=8 March 2023 |website=Gameindustry.biz}} On Steam, Hogwarts Legacy reached a peak of over 489,000 concurrent players during its early access. By then, it had become the second-highest player count peak for any single-player game, behind only Cyberpunk 2077 with over 1 million concurrent players.{{Cite web |last=Wood |first=Anthony |date=9 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Has One of Steam's Biggest Early Access Launches |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/hogwarts-legacy-has-one-of-steams-biggest-early-access-launches |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230212230258/https://www.ign.com/articles/hogwarts-legacy-has-one-of-steams-biggest-early-access-launches |archive-date=12 February 2023 |access-date=10 February 2023 |website=IGN}}{{Cite web |last=Makuch |first=Eddie |date=8 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Is Putting Up Huge Numbers On Twitch And Steam |url=https://www.gamespot.com/articles/hogwarts-legacy-is-putting-up-huge-numbers-on-twitch-and-steam/1100-6511327/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230211154859/https://www.gamespot.com/articles/hogwarts-legacy-is-putting-up-huge-numbers-on-twitch-and-steam/1100-6511327/ |archive-date=11 February 2023 |access-date=10 February 2023 |website=GameSpot}} Hogwarts Legacy peaked at over 879,000 players, making it the game with the eighth-highest concurrent player peak overall.{{Cite web |last=Shubhankar |first=Parijat |date=10 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Sees Over 879,000 Concurrent Players on Steam, 2nd Highest Peak for a Single Player Game to Date |url=https://gamingbolt.com/hogwarts-legacy-sees-over-879000-concurrent-players-on-steam-2nd-highest-peak-for-a-single-player-game-to-date |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230218234727/https://gamingbolt.com/hogwarts-legacy-sees-over-879000-concurrent-players-on-steam-2nd-highest-peak-for-a-single-player-game-to-date |archive-date=18 February 2023 |access-date=18 February 2023 |website=GamingBolt}} Due to Steam's rules on separating pre-orders and official releases, Hogwarts Legacy occupied the first four spots on the platform's sales chart at some point during its first week of release.{{Cite web |last=Smith |first=Ed |date=18 February 2023 |title=Hogwarts Legacy is now number 1, and 2, and 3, and 4 on Steam |url=https://www.pcgamesn.com/hogwarts-legacy/sales-steam-harry-potter-rpg-game |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230218234950/https://www.pcgamesn.com/hogwarts-legacy/sales-steam-harry-potter-rpg-game |archive-date=18 February 2023 |access-date=18 February 2023 |website=PCGamesN}}{{Cite news |last=Stanton |first=Rich |date=13 February 2023 |title=Why four of Steam's top five sellers are Hogwarts Legacy |work=PC Gamer |url=https://www.pcgamer.com/why-four-of-steams-top-five-sellers-are-hogwarts-legacy/ |access-date=18 February 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230218111308/https://www.pcgamer.com/why-four-of-steams-top-five-sellers-are-hogwarts-legacy/ |archive-date=18 February 2023}}

Hogwarts Legacy became the bestselling game of 2023 in the United States, breaking a 14-year games industry streak of either a Call of Duty or a Rockstar Games release holding the top position.{{Cite web |last=Zwiezen |first=Zack |date=2024-01-18 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Just Broke A 14-Year Games Industry Streak |url=https://kotaku.com/hogwarts-legacy-call-of-duty-gta-best-selling-game-2023-1851176861 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240118195051/https://kotaku.com/hogwarts-legacy-call-of-duty-gta-best-selling-game-2023-1851176861 |archive-date=2024-01-18 |access-date=2024-01-18 |website=Kotaku |language=en}}{{Cite web |last=McWhertor |first=Michael |date=2024-01-18 |title=Harry Potter breaks Call of Duty's streak as bestselling game in US |url=https://www.polygon.com/24026887/hogwarts-legacy-call-of-duty-mw3-2023-bestselling-games |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240118195650/https://www.polygon.com/24026887/hogwarts-legacy-call-of-duty-mw3-2023-bestselling-games |archive-date=2024-01-18 |access-date=2024-01-18 |website=Polygon |language=en-US}} It was the second-bestselling game in Europe of 2023. When excluding EA football games, no other game has attained the amount of unit sales in a calendar year since the commencement of the European charts in 2017.{{Cite web |last=Dring |first=Christopher |date=2024-01-16 |title=Video game sales up 1.7% in Europe during 2023 {{!}} European Annual Report |url=https://www.gamesindustry.biz/video-game-sales-up-17-in-europe-during-2023-european-annual-report |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240116170928/https://www.gamesindustry.biz/video-game-sales-up-17-in-europe-during-2023-european-annual-report |archive-date=2024-01-16 |access-date=2024-01-17 |website=Gameindustry.biz |language=en}} It was the bestselling game in Czech Republic, Netherlands and United Kingdom while also being placed in the top three positions in Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Hungary, Italy, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia and Sweden.{{Cite web |last=Musters |first=Michel |date=2024-01-16 |title=Hogwarts Legacy bestverkochte game van 2023 in Nederland |url=https://gamer.nl/nieuws/playstation/ps5/hogwarts-legacy-bestverkochte-game-van-2023-in-nederland/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240117145807/https://gamer.nl/nieuws/playstation/ps5/hogwarts-legacy-bestverkochte-game-van-2023-in-nederland/ |archive-date=2024-01-17 |access-date=2024-01-17 |website=Gamer.nl |language=nl}} On Steam, it was one of the best-performing games of 2023.{{Cite web |last=Bankhurst |first=Adam |date=2023-12-28 |title=Steam Reveals Its Best-Selling and Most Played Games of 2023 |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/steam-reveals-its-best-selling-and-most-played-games-of-2023 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231230184807/https://www.ign.com/articles/steam-reveals-its-best-selling-and-most-played-games-of-2023 |archive-date=2023-12-30 |access-date=2023-12-31 |website=IGN |language=en}}{{Cite magazine |last=Stewart |first=Marcus |date=2023-09-06 |title=Here Are The Top Performing Steam Games Of 2023 |url=https://www.gameinformer.com/2023/12/27/here-are-the-top-performing-steam-games-of-2023 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231228215905/https://www.gameinformer.com/2023/12/27/here-are-the-top-performing-steam-games-of-2023 |archive-date=2023-12-28 |access-date=2023-12-31 |magazine=Game Informer |language=en}}

Prior to its release, Hogwarts Legacy was nominated for "Most Anticipated Game" at the Game Awards 2022 and for "Most Wanted Game" at the Golden Joystick Awards 2022.{{Cite web |last=Plant |first=Logan |date=8 December 2022 |title=The Game Awards 2022 Winners: The Full List |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/the-game-awards-2022-winners |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221209041855/https://www.ign.com/articles/the-game-awards-2022-winners |archive-date=9 December 2022 |access-date=24 December 2022 |website=IGN}}{{Cite web |last=Loveridge |first=Sam |date=22 November 2022 |title=Here are all the Golden Joystick Awards 2022 winners |url=https://www.gamesradar.com/golden-joystick-awards-2022-winners/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221122212535/https://www.gamesradar.com/golden-joystick-awards-2022-winners/ |archive-date=22 November 2022 |access-date=6 January 2023 |website=GamesRadar+}} The game made several lists of the most anticipated games of 2023: CNET,{{Cite web |last=van Boom |first=Daniel |date=23 February 2023 |title=Biggest Games Coming in 2023: All the Release Dates You Need to Know |url=https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/2023-video-game-release-dates-all-the-playstation-xbox-and-switch-games-to-know-about/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230201200723/https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/2023-video-game-release-dates-all-the-playstation-xbox-and-switch-games-to-know-about/ |archive-date=1 February 2023 |access-date=1 February 2023 |website=CNET}} CNN,{{Cite web |last=Cabral |first=Matt |date=24 January 2023 |title=The 15 most anticipated games of 2023 |url=https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/electronics/most-anticipated-games-2023 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230201200721/https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/electronics/most-anticipated-games-2023 |archive-date=1 February 2023 |access-date=1 February 2023 |website=CNN}} Den of Geek,{{Cite web |last=Byrd |first=Matthew |date=4 January 2023 |title=The Biggest New Games of 2023 |url=https://www.denofgeek.com/games/the-biggest-new-games-in-2023/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230105134830/https://www.denofgeek.com/games/the-biggest-new-games-in-2023/ |archive-date=5 January 2023 |access-date=5 January 2023 |website=Den of Geek}} GameSpot,{{Cite web |date=1 February 2023 |title=Most Anticipated Games of 2023 |url=https://www.gamespot.com/most-anticipated-games-of-2023/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230201200724/https://www.gamespot.com/most-anticipated-games-of-2023/ |archive-date=1 February 2023 |access-date=1 February 2023 |website=GameSpot}} IGN,{{Cite web |last=Sirani |first=Jordan |date=1 January 2023 |title=The Biggest Games Coming in 2023 |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/biggest-games-of-2023 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230105134828/https://www.ign.com/articles/biggest-games-of-2023 |archive-date=5 January 2023 |access-date=5 January 2023 |website=IGN}} PC Games,{{Cite web |last=Schütz |first=Felix |date=2 January 2023 |title=PC-Spiele 2023: Großer Ausblick auf die PC-Highlights des Jahres |url=https://www.pcgames.de/Spiele-Thema-239104/Specials/2023-PC-Ausblick-Termine-Release-1410407/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230105134830/https://www.pcgames.de/Spiele-Thema-239104/Specials/2023-PC-Ausblick-Termine-Release-1410407/ |archive-date=5 January 2023 |access-date=5 January 2023 |website=PC Games |language=de}} NPR,{{Cite web |last=Mastromarino |first=James Perkins |date=13 January 2023 |title=NPR's most anticipated video games of 2023 |url=https://www.npr.org/2023/01/13/1148436265/most-anticipated-games-2023 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230201200723/https://www.npr.org/2023/01/13/1148436265/most-anticipated-games-2023 |archive-date=1 February 2023 |access-date=1 February 2023 |website=NPR}} Polygon,{{Cite web |last1=McWhertor |first1=Michael |last2=Myers |first2=Maddy |last3=Clark |first3=Nicole |last4=Carpenter |first4=Nicole |last5=Good |first5=Owen S. |last6=Notis |first6=Ari |last7=Mahardy |first7=Mike |last8=Welsh |first8=Oli |last9=Goslin |first9=Austen |date=1 January 2023 |title=Polygon's 50 most anticipated games of 2023 |url=https://www.polygon.com/gaming/23520658/2023-upcoming-video-games-pc-nintendo-switch-ps4-ps5-xbox |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230105134829/https://www.polygon.com/gaming/23520658/2023-upcoming-video-games-pc-nintendo-switch-ps4-ps5-xbox |archive-date=5 January 2023 |access-date=5 January 2023 |website=Polygon}} Time,{{Cite magazine |last=Newby |first=Richard |date=18 December 2022 |title=The Most Anticipated Video Games of 2023 |url=https://time.com/6241656/most-anticipated-video-games-2023/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230105134828/https://time.com/6241656/most-anticipated-video-games-2023/ |archive-date=5 January 2023 |access-date=5 January 2023 |magazine=Time}} VentureBeat,{{Cite web |last=Kaser |first=Rachel |date=27 December 2022 |title=The most anticipated video games of 2023 |url=https://venturebeat.com/games/the-most-anticipated-video-games-of-2023/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230105134828/https://venturebeat.com/games/the-most-anticipated-video-games-of-2023/ |archive-date=5 January 2023 |access-date=5 January 2023 |website=VentureBeat}} and VG247.{{Cite web |last=Saed |first=Sherif |date=21 December 2021 |title=Upcoming video games and 2023 release schedule |url=https://www.vg247.com/video-game-release-dates-2023 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230201200722/https://www.vg247.com/video-game-release-dates-2023 |archive-date=1 February 2023 |access-date=1 February 2023 |website=VG247}} As a result of its record-breaking viewership on Twitch during early access, Hogwarts Legacy became the most-watched single-player game of all time by peak viewers on the platform and received a Guinness World Record.{{Cite web |date=2023-02-09 |title=Most viewed single player videogame on Twitch |url=https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/world-records/737940-most-viewed-single-player-videogame-on-twitch |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230827225733/https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/world-records/737940-most-viewed-single-player-videogame-on-twitch |archive-date=2023-08-27 |access-date=2023-08-27 |website=Guinness World Records |language=en-gb}}{{Cite web |last=Punt |first=Dominic |date=2023-02-15 |title=Hogwarts Legacy becomes most viewed game ever on Twitch |url=https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/news/2023/2/hogwarts-legacy-becomes-most-viewed-game-ever-on-twitch-738166 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230827230404/https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/news/2023/2/hogwarts-legacy-becomes-most-viewed-game-ever-on-twitch-738166 |archive-date=2023-08-27 |access-date=2023-08-27 |website=Guinness World Records |language=en-gb}}

At the 20th British Academy Games Awards, Hogwarts Legacy was longlisted in nine categories.{{Cite news |last=Gerken |first=Tom |date=2023-12-14 |title=Bafta Games Awards 2024: Longlist published for first time |url=https://www.bbc.com/news/newsbeat-67713603 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240307152547/https://www.bbc.com/news/newsbeat-67713603 |archive-date=2024-03-07 |access-date=2024-03-07 |work=BBC |language=en-GB}}{{Cite web |last=Jessop |first=Vicky |date=2023-12-15 |title=BAFTA Games Awards 2024 longlist: Baldur's Gate 3 and Alan Wake II lead the pack |url=https://www.standard.co.uk/culture/gaming/bafta-games-awards-2024-baldurs-gate-3-alan-wake-2-b1127051.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240118103738/https://www.standard.co.uk/culture/gaming/bafta-games-awards-2024-baldurs-gate-3-alan-wake-2-b1127051.html |archive-date=2024-01-18 |access-date=2024-04-28 |website=Evening Standard |language=en}} It was nominated for the British Academy Games Award for Animation and British Academy Games Award for Family.{{Cite web |last=Scullion |first=Chris |date=2024-03-07 |title=Spider-Man 2 leads the BAFTA Games Awards 2024 nominations list |url=https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/spider-man-2-leads-the-bafta-games-awards-2024-nominations-list/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240307153621/https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/spider-man-2-leads-the-bafta-games-awards-2024-nominations-list/ |archive-date=2024-03-07 |access-date=2024-03-07 |website=Video Games Chronicle |language=en-GB}}{{Cite web |last=Szalai |first=Georg |date=2024-04-11 |title=BAFTA Games Awards: 'Baldur's Gate 3,' 'Super Mario Bros. Wonder' Lead Winners |url=https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/digital/bafta-games-awards-2024-winners-baldurs-gate-3-1235867215/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240422205455/https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/digital/bafta-games-awards-2024-winners-baldurs-gate-3-1235867215/ |archive-date=2024-04-22 |access-date=2024-04-28 |website=The Hollywood Reporter |language=en-US}} It received nominations for "Game of the Year" and "Best Game on Steam Deck" at The Steam Awards, winning the latter.{{Cite web |last=Koselke |first=Anna |date=2024-01-02 |title=Starfield doesn't win Steam GOTY, snags surprising award instead |url=https://www.pcgamesn.com/starfield/steam-awards |access-date=2024-01-02 |website=PCGamesN |language=en-US |archive-date=2 January 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240102204656/https://www.pcgamesn.com/starfield/steam-awards |url-status=live }} At the 2024 Pégases Awards in France, Legacy was nominated in the category of "Best Foreign Video Game".{{Cite web |last=Zema |first=Alexis Mariel |date=2024-02-06 |title=On va enfin connaître les meilleurs jeux français de 2023 : découvrez la liste des nommés aux Pégases 2024 |url=https://www.jeuxvideo.com/news/1852870/on-va-enfin-connaitre-les-meilleurs-jeux-francais-de-2023-decouvrez-la-liste-des-nommes-aux-pegases-2024.htm |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240403012236/https://www.jeuxvideo.com/news/1852870/on-va-enfin-connaitre-les-meilleurs-jeux-francais-de-2023-decouvrez-la-liste-des-nommes-aux-pegases-2024.htm |archive-date=2024-04-03 |access-date=2024-08-23 |website=Jeuxvideo.com}}{{Cite web |last=Annequet |first=Benjamin |date=2024-03-08 |title=Pégases : voici les gagnants de la cérémonie des Césars du jeu vidéo en 2024 ! |url=https://www.jeuxvideo.com/news/1863449/pegases-voici-les-gagnants-de-la-ceremonie-des-cesars-du-jeu-video-en-2024.htm |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240823215400/https://www.jeuxvideo.com/news/1863449/pegases-voici-les-gagnants-de-la-ceremonie-des-cesars-du-jeu-video-en-2024.htm |archive-date=2024-08-23 |access-date=2024-08-23 |website=Jeuxvideo.com}} The game also received a nomination for "Best Foreign Game" at Poland's 2024 Digital Dragons Awards.{{Cite web |last=Marczewski |first=Cezary |date=2024-04-19 |title=Digital Dragons Awards 2024: Poznaliśmy nominacje. Phantom Liberty i Witchfire zdominowały plebiscyt – CD-Action |url=https://www.cdaction.pl/newsy/digital-dragons-awards-2024-poznalismy-nominacje-phantom-liberty-i-witchfire-zdominowaly-plebiscyt |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240823220810/https://www.cdaction.pl/newsy/digital-dragons-awards-2024-poznalismy-nominacje-phantom-liberty-i-witchfire-zdominowaly-plebiscyt |archive-date=2024-08-23 |access-date=2024-08-23 |website=CD-Action |language=pl}} Eurogamer Germany recognized Hogwarts Legacy for its outstanding fanservice in their 2023 awards announcement, honoring it with the "Best Fanservice" award.{{Cite news |last=Weißmann |first=Melanie |date=2023-12-18 |title=Schönster Fanservice: Hogwarts Legacy lässt euch in zauberhafter Nostalgie schwelgen |url=https://www.eurogamer.de/schonster-fanservice-hogwarts-legacy-lasst-euch-in-zauberhafter-nostalgie-schwelgen |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231224180111/https://www.eurogamer.de/schonster-fanservice-hogwarts-legacy-lasst-euch-in-zauberhafter-nostalgie-schwelgen |archive-date=24 December 2023 |access-date=2023-12-24 |work=Eurogamer Germany |language=de}}{{Cite news |last=Bohn-Elias |first=Alexander |date=2023-12-18 |title=Die Eurogamer.de-Awards 2023! |url=https://www.eurogamer.de/die-eurogamerde-awards-2023 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231224180424/https://www.eurogamer.de/die-eurogamerde-awards-2023 |archive-date=24 December 2023 |access-date=2023-12-24 |work=Eurogamer Germany |language=de}} At the PS Blog Game of the Year Awards 2023, the game was nominated in seven categories.{{Cite web |last=McAllister |first=Gillen |date=2023-12-13 |title=PS Blog Game of the Year Awards 2023: voting is now open |url=https://blog.playstation.com/2023/12/13/ps-blog-game-of-the-year-awards-2023-voting-is-now-open/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231213192310/https://blog.playstation.com/2023/12/13/ps-blog-game-of-the-year-awards-2023-voting-is-now-open/?sf270940442=1 |archive-date=2023-12-13 |access-date=2023-12-31 |website=PlayStation Blog |language=en-US}} It won "PS4 Game of the Year" and was placed in runner-up categories for "Best Use of Dual Sense" (Gold Trophy) and "Best Audio Design" (Silver Trophy).{{Cite web |last=McAllister |first=Gillen |date=2023-12-20 |title=PS.Blog Game of the Year 2023: The Winners |url=https://blog.playstation.com/2023/12/20/ps-blog-game-of-the-year-2023-the-winners/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231229151542/https://blog.playstation.com/2023/12/20/ps-blog-game-of-the-year-2023-the-winners/ |archive-date=2023-12-29 |access-date=2023-12-31 |website=PlayStation Blog |language=en-US}} The Escapist named it one of five best action-adventure games of 2023.{{Cite web |last=Berry |first=Alex |date=2023-12-05 |title=Best Action-Adventure Games of 2023 |url=https://www.escapistmagazine.com/best-action-adventure-games-of-2023/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231225210742/https://www.escapistmagazine.com/best-action-adventure-games-of-2023/ |archive-date=2023-12-25 |access-date=2023-12-31 |website=The Escapist |language=en-US}} Hardcore Gamer nominated Hogwarts Legacy for "Best Action Game",{{Cite web |last= |first= |date=2023-12-16 |title=Best of 2023 – Day Four: Action, RPG, Shooter, Action Adventure |url=https://hardcoregamer.com/best-of-2023-day-four-action-rpg-shooter-action-adventure/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231231162401/https://hardcoregamer.com/best-of-2023-day-four-action-rpg-shooter-action-adventure/ |archive-date=2023-12-31 |access-date=2023-12-31 |website=Hardcore Gamer |language=en}} while IGN named it a runner-up for "Best Open-World Game".{{Cite web |last=Cardy |first=Simon |date=2023-12-11 |title=The Best Open-World Game of 2023 |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/best-open-world-games-of-2023 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231231162828/https://www.ign.com/articles/best-open-world-games-of-2023 |archive-date=2023-12-31 |access-date=2023-12-31 |website=IGN |language=en}} It appeared on multiple year-end lists of 2023, including GamingBolt (9th),{{Cite web |last=Parijat |first=Shubhankar |date=2023-12-17 |title=GamingBolt's Game of the Year – Top 30 Games of 2023 |url=https://gamingbolt.com/gamingbolts-game-of-the-year-top-30-games-of-2023 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231222233839/https://gamingbolt.com/gamingbolts-game-of-the-year-top-30-games-of-2023 |archive-date=2023-12-22 |access-date=2023-12-31 |website=GamingBolt |language=en-US}} British GQ (21st),{{Cite web |last1=White |first1=Sam |last2=Leedham |first2=Robert |last3=Primbet |first3=Denise |date=2022-12-24 |title=The 23 best games of 2023: from Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom to Baldur's Gate 3 |url=https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/culture/gallery/best-games-2023 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231224142448/https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/culture/gallery/best-games-2023 |archive-date=2023-12-24 |access-date=2024-01-08 |website=GQ |language=en-GB}} BAFTA Games,{{Cite web |date=2023-12-14 |title=The 60 Best Video Games of 2023 |url=https://www.bafta.org/games/features/best-video-games-2023 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231219213926/https://www.bafta.org/games/features/best-video-games-2023 |archive-date=19 December 2023 |access-date=2023-12-31 |website=BAFTA |language=en}} GamePressure,{{Cite web |last=Matusiak |first=Darius |date=2023-12-07 |title=Hogwarts Legacy. The best games of 2023 – the ultimate list |url=https://www.gamepressure.com/editorials/games-2023-the-current-list-of-the-best-titles-of-this-year/hogwarts-legacy/zc61e |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240824092525/https://www.gamepressure.com/editorials/games-2023-the-current-list-of-the-best-titles-of-this-year/hogwarts-legacy/zc61e |archive-date=2024-08-24 |access-date=2024-08-24 |website=GamePressure |language=en}} Der Spiegel,{{Cite news |last=Kreienbrink |first=Matthias |date=2023-12-09 |title=Beste Videospiele des Jahres: Diese zehn Blockbuster werden in Erinnerung bleiben |url=https://www.spiegel.de/netzwelt/games/beste-videospiele-2023-diese-zehn-blockbuster-werden-in-erinnerung-bleiben-a-bb3e2871-8555-4978-8c30-fa82a2ce2755 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240106200816/https://www.spiegel.de/netzwelt/games/beste-videospiele-2023-diese-zehn-blockbuster-werden-in-erinnerung-bleiben-a-bb3e2871-8555-4978-8c30-fa82a2ce2755 |archive-date=2024-01-06 |access-date=2024-01-08 |work=Der Spiegel |language=de}} BBC{{Cite news |last1=Richardson |first1=Tom |last2=Gerken |first2=Tom |date=2023-12-31 |title=Baldur's Gate 3, Lego Fortnite, and 7 other games that defined 2023 |url=https://www.bbc.com/news/newsbeat-67726601 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231231083716/https://www.bbc.com/news/newsbeat-67726601 |archive-date=2023-12-31 |access-date=2023-12-31 |work=BBC |language=en-GB}} and The Telegraph.{{Cite news |last=Hoggins |first=Tom |date=2023-01-20 |title=From Resident Evil 4 to Final Fantasy XVI - These are the best games of 2023 |url=https://www.telegraph.co.uk/gaming/features/best-new-video-game-releases-2023/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231124144707/https://www.telegraph.co.uk/gaming/features/best-new-video-game-releases-2023/ |archive-date=2023-11-24 |access-date=2023-12-31 |work=The Telegraph |language=en-GB}}

In the month of its release, Hogwarts Legacy quickly rose to prominence as the top game in the Wizarding World franchise. The franchise also experienced a boost in engagement, with a 300% increase in traffic on Wizarding World websites.{{Cite web |last=Kaser |first=Rachel |date=2023-02-23 |title=Hogwarts Legacy sells 12 million units in first two weeks |url=https://venturebeat.com/games/hogwarts-legacy-sells-12-million-units-in-first-two-weeks/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240824163755/https://venturebeat.com/games/hogwarts-legacy-sells-12-million-units-in-first-two-weeks/ |archive-date=2024-08-24 |access-date=2024-08-24 |website=VentureBeat |language=en-US}} The game's popularity has notably influenced Warner Bros. Discovery's strategy for the wider franchise.{{Cite web |last=Byrd |first=Matthew |date=2024-01-08 |title=Hogwarts Legacy Is Changing How WB Thinks About Franchises |url=https://www.denofgeek.com/games/hogwarts-legacy-is-changing-how-wb-thinks-about-franchises/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240824150000/https://www.denofgeek.com/games/hogwarts-legacy-is-changing-how-wb-thinks-about-franchises/ |archive-date=2024-08-24 |access-date=2024-08-24 |website=Den of Geek |language=en-US}} In August 2024, Warner Bros. stated it would plan to develop further Wizarding World games, such as Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions.{{Cite web |last=Ivan |first=Tom |date=2024-01-08 |title=Warner teases more Harry Potter games following Hogwarts Legacy's success |url=https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/warner-teases-more-harry-potter-games-following-hogwarts-legacys-success/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240906002217/https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/warner-teases-more-harry-potter-games-following-hogwarts-legacys-success/ |archive-date=2024-09-06 |access-date=2024-09-06 |website=Video Games Chronicle |language=en-GB}}

In September 2024, Warner Bros. Discovery's Gunnar Wiedenfels stated that a sequel to Hogwarts Legacy would be one of the corporation's primary goals.{{Cite web |last=Yin-Poole |first=Wesley |date=2024-09-05 |title=Harry Potter Video Game Sequel Hogwarts Legacy 2 'One of the Biggest Priorities' at Warner Bros |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/harry-potter-video-game-sequel-hogwarts-legacy-2-one-of-the-biggest-priorities-at-warner-bros |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240910224425/https://www.ign.com/articles/harry-potter-video-game-sequel-hogwarts-legacy-2-one-of-the-biggest-priorities-at-warner-bros |archive-date=2024-09-10 |access-date=2024-09-10 |website=IGN |language=en}} The sequel is planned to be connected with the upcoming Harry Potter reboot television series.

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