$59.99Hogwarts Legacy Your Own Story at Hogwarts
Study spells, uncover an ancient secret and duel Dark wizards in a castle full of mysteries to explore.
Is Hogwarts Legacy worth it?
Hogwarts Legacy is worth it if…
- you like shaping a student wizard through spells, potions and talents
- you want to wander Hogwarts and soak in a world that feels like Harry Potter
- you want to spend many hours in a game like this
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Building your own wizard
You set the look of your student, then shape how they work as a wizard. You master spell casting, craft potions, and upgrade talents to shape your student your way. Talents can be reset. This suits readers who like growing a character piece by piece.
A secret at Hogwarts in the 1800s
The story is set in the wizarding world from the Harry Potter books, at Hogwarts in the 1800s. An ancient secret hinges on your student, and it puts that world at risk of being torn apart. The setting feels like those books and films, and the companion quests around Sebastian stand out as a highlight. Choices matter less here than they seem, so come for the place and the unfolding secret more than for branching consequences.
Exploring and fighting in the open world
As an open-world action RPG, it gives you room to roam, track down magical beasts, and cross wands with Dark wizards. Wandering the halls of Hogwarts is enjoyable. Fights lean mostly on dodge-rolling. Much of the wider country outside the castle feels empty, so plan to enjoy the castle and the duels more than long treks across the map.
Look, sound and pace
The game looks beautiful, and Hogwarts castle is detailed and impressive to look at. The music and sound effects are strong, and the photo mode gives you a way to keep the views you like. Harry Potter fans get the most out of it, and the first hours are the most enjoyable. You can spend many hours here, though the later stretch turns repetitive once the early discoveries are behind you.
