Hogwarts Legacy

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  1. DavidFCorreia
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    We all have to put out there for this studio to know: This game is so **** good! The love and hard work that I am seeing is mindblowing! I literally lost myself exploring the castle, didn't know where I was, from where I came, but was a feeling of lost that I didn't experienced with a game for like 5 years. I just wanted to explore more and more and see all the little details.We all have to put out there for this studio to know: This game is so **** good! The love and hard work that I am seeing is mindblowing! I literally lost myself exploring the castle, didn't know where I was, from where I came, but was a feeling of lost that I didn't experienced with a game for like 5 years. I just wanted to explore more and more and see all the little details.

    Avalanche, you deserve all the love from a gamer, you really beat the hype, the controversy, the experience to make a game of this magnitude. Congratulations and thank you for this game!    … Expand
  2. TylerNF
    Feb 9, 2023
    10
    It's so much fun, it feels like you're really at Hogwarts. And the graphics are amazing. I've played 11 hours in two workdays lol. Some performance bugs right now but they'll probably be fixed soon.
  3. itsmenotyou
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Well done game. Good story superb voice acting and the music as always is really good. As one might expect from a harry potter property. The exploration doesn't feel empty as there are many secrets and puzzles to uncover
  4. BulgarianCritic
    Feb 8, 2023
    9
    I have never watched or played any Harry Potter Movies/Game's so I have zero idea what the world is about.I am glad to say that this game showed me a pretty dope world which seems very fun and magical. The customization are pretty great and so is the combat system. I also found the dope talking Hat hilarious and a large chunk of the characters are charming and funny. It runs pretty well onI have never watched or played any Harry Potter Movies/Game's so I have zero idea what the world is about.I am glad to say that this game showed me a pretty dope world which seems very fun and magical. The customization are pretty great and so is the combat system. I also found the dope talking Hat hilarious and a large chunk of the characters are charming and funny. It runs pretty well on my PC and so far I have experienced zero technical issues. Do Recommend!… Expand
  5. NakataGOAT
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    It is the perfect Game for a Harry Potter Fan, I enjoy every Second of it. Thx to the developers.
  6. JacobeKion
    Feb 9, 2023
    10
    This game is a perfect 10 for me. Only issue I have is rarely the frame rate will dip into the teens but a quick wand cast of revelio and it seems to go back up 99% of the time. That little non impacting issue doesn’t warrant a 9 for me. Im 20 hours in and it doesn’t feel like I’m running out of anything to do or getting bored in the slightest. Usually by now or sooner I am already boredThis game is a perfect 10 for me. Only issue I have is rarely the frame rate will dip into the teens but a quick wand cast of revelio and it seems to go back up 99% of the time. That little non impacting issue doesn’t warrant a 9 for me. Im 20 hours in and it doesn’t feel like I’m running out of anything to do or getting bored in the slightest. Usually by now or sooner I am already bored and not wanting to continue. Game of the year for me hands down and it’s only February.… Expand
  7. BenFauWriter
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Everything a potter fan could have asked for. Wonderful open world filled with the magical elements we hoped/loved, it's a teal pleasure to walk in the rooms and corridors of Hogwarts and watch all the details programmers have put in. GOTY !
  8. Spped14
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    I'm in love with this Game!!! The visuals are amazing! The soundtrack, the story, the lore, all!
  9. love2watchp
    Feb 12, 2023
    6
    Good sides:
    1) Good music and sound effects
    2) World is stuffed with living things 3) Colors of the game are amazing 4) Combat is well paced and fun Cons: 1) FPS drops, stutters, bad optimization. 2) Despite Hogwarts is full of NPCs, they are dummies that just have couple of actions. You better move along or it cringes you, how soulless world seems around. 3) Collision of items    Good sides:
    1) Good music and sound effects
    2) World is stuffed with living things
    3) Colors of the game are amazing
    4) Combat is well paced and fun

    Cons:

    1) FPS drops, stutters, bad optimization.
    2) Despite Hogwarts is full of NPCs, they are dummies that just have couple of actions. You better move along or it cringes you, how soulless world seems around.
    3) Collision of items
    4) Forced cultural representation
    5) Radical fans, that are haters of everything that criticizes the franchise, won't allow to improve the game by downvoting and hating constructive feedback.
    6) Story is "average" and there is no "oh wow" moments. Just... okay    … Expand
  10. Andrews3
    Feb 10, 2023
    5
    To be Fair - i dont see why all of these 10/10s are posted here . this game has a lot of problems - first of all it has no interesting characters and plot is very weak , i havent met a single interesting character in this whole game . they all act and speak like robots . enemies are all the same - spiders , goblins , humanoids or stone giants and rarely you meet some animals or trolls .To be Fair - i dont see why all of these 10/10s are posted here . this game has a lot of problems - first of all it has no interesting characters and plot is very weak , i havent met a single interesting character in this whole game . they all act and speak like robots . enemies are all the same - spiders , goblins , humanoids or stone giants and rarely you meet some animals or trolls . dungeons all look the same too . you can use unforgivable spells near your proffessor and he wont care . also i have only enjoyed 1 quest in this whole game .

    this game reminds me of something that ubisoft would create - a shallow experience that looks cool . this game is completely average and shallow in my opinion .    … Expand
  11. Sole13
    Mar 22, 2023
    8
    The world is breathtaking and combat system really good. Im sad now that i dont know HP universum a little bit more. But after this experience i might read some books and then return to the game again.
  12. Regina781
    Mar 24, 2023
    9
    Hogwarts Legacy is a wonderful game that takes us on a magical journey through the Wizarding World.
    The game has an engaging and captivating story that is sure to keep us entertained from beginning to end. The story is set in the 1800s, before the time of Harry Potter, which makes it even more exciting to explore this new world.
    The world is beautifully designed and every detail has    Hogwarts Legacy is a wonderful game that takes us on a magical journey through the Wizarding World.
    The game has an engaging and captivating story that is sure to keep us entertained from beginning to end. The story is set in the 1800s, before the time of Harry Potter, which makes it even more exciting to explore this new world.

    The world is beautifully designed and every detail has been meticulously crafted. The game's environments are stunning and the character models are highly detailed and realistic.

    Another fantastic aspect of Hogwarts Legacy is the variety of riddles and puzzles that players will encounter throughout the game. These puzzles are challenging enough to keep players engaged, but not so difficult that they become frustrating. The puzzles are integrated seamlessly into the game's story, which makes them feel like a natural part of the experience and I had a lot of fun with them.

    Phineas Black could have had more story development, though and I hope they'll add more story about him in a future patch maybe? However, this does not detract from the overall quality of the game. There are many other characters to interact with and the story is still highly enjoyable.

    I highly recommend Hogwarts Legacy. 9/10    … Expand
  13. Starfree
    Mar 20, 2023
    8
    As someone who isn’t a fan of Harry Potter. I’ve only watched a few movies and only read the first and I think it’s all just worse than Star Wars and Lord of the Rings. This is a pretty fun game. There’s a lot of lore that is going right over my head, and I’m sure these last names of characters would mean something if I read the books. But to be it’s just a pretty good magic game. All theAs someone who isn’t a fan of Harry Potter. I’ve only watched a few movies and only read the first and I think it’s all just worse than Star Wars and Lord of the Rings. This is a pretty fun game. There’s a lot of lore that is going right over my head, and I’m sure these last names of characters would mean something if I read the books. But to be it’s just a pretty good magic game. All the spells are well done, the open world is beautiful. Flying on your broom feels awesome, the characters and story isn’t great but it’s not bad. The combat is fun but not challenging at all. To me this is just a fun game, nothing really special to remember but really good.… Expand
  14. tangerine_dream
    Jun 14, 2023
    3
    I rate it as 3 because of 1 - great OST, 1 - great graphics, 1 - Hogwards itself is great in-game. But everything else is a failure or "meh".

    Plot is so childish and bland it's not even funny. Game offers you many choices but they almost never matter. You can't choose between "good" and "bad" sides, although there are Curses and Dark Arts in the game... lol, yeah you can even use Avada    I rate it as 3 because of 1 - great OST, 1 - great graphics, 1 - Hogwards itself is great in-game. But everything else is a failure or "meh".

    Plot is so childish and bland it's not even funny. Game offers you many choices but they almost never matter. You can't choose between "good" and "bad" sides, although there are Curses and Dark Arts in the game... lol, yeah you can even use Avada Kedavra as a 15yo student. But you are still getting pipelined by a plot. Even House choice doesn't matter, there's no rivalry between houses, no intrigues, nothing.

    It has an open world, yet it's too generic and empty, no variety of enemies is present, it's more like Ubisoft games-styled grinding for a sake of grinding. And some quests are level locked so the game forces you to grind stuff at some point.

    Combat is okay, but not like "hard" or anything, it's basically LMB spam, abilities spam (with CD being the only limit, no mana in game) and dodge/block spam with laughable CD and no stamina being present in game either!

    NPC are more like furniture, you can't interact with them, hit them, or get punished for anything. Feels unnatural and ruins the immersion. Side quests they give you is the most generic "go there, fetch this, kill 15 wolves" stuff you'd imagine.

    If you are a very casual gamer, and/or die-hard HP universe fan, then you'll enjoy this game for sure. Otherwise try Bully Scholarship Edition, it's light years ahead "schoolboy sim" game compared to HL.    … Expand
  15. fawxgaming
    May 28, 2023
    2
    It just looks good - thats all. no interesting characters nor a good story. why this special type of magic? no one needs it. it feels completly wrong in my opinion. the main char is blank sheet without any depth and the npc feel like robots. no good game.
  16. Comirso
    Mar 15, 2023
    8
    First and foremost, the graphics in Hogwarts Legacy are simply stunning. The love for detail in the environments, characters, and creatures of the wizarding world is impressive and adds to the immersive experience of playing the game. The world of Hogwarts is truly brought to life in this game, and I found myself constantly marveling at the beauty of the game's design.

    The immersive    First and foremost, the graphics in Hogwarts Legacy are simply stunning. The love for detail in the environments, characters, and creatures of the wizarding world is impressive and adds to the immersive experience of playing the game. The world of Hogwarts is truly brought to life in this game, and I found myself constantly marveling at the beauty of the game's design.

    The immersive world of Hogwarts Legacy is another one of the game's greatest strengths. The side quests and characters throughout the game add depth and complexity to the story and provide a sense of exploration and discovery that keeps the player engaged. The main story is also well-written and intriguing, with twists and turns that keep the player invested in the outcome.

    However, there are a few areas where Hogwarts Legacy could improve. For example, simple things like the lack of a sitting animation and limited mount options can be a bit disappointing. Simple additions like these would greatly enhance the immersion of the game and make the player feel more connected to the world of Hogwarts. Additionally, the game currently has some performance issues that need to be addressed to ensure a smooth playing experience.

    Finally, while Hogwarts Legacy is a highly anticipated game, it is disappointing that it will only be available on newer hardware at release. This limits the accessibility of the game to many fans of the wizarding world who may not have access to the latest gaming technology. It is important for developers to work on making their games accessible to a wider audience, and I hope that Hogwarts Legacy will become available on more platforms in the future.    … Expand
  17. strelavkolene96
    May 10, 2023
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Rating of the game: 5 with a huge minus / 10. - Absolute mediocrity in everything. From the beginning to the end of the whole game you will be told how good you are "just like that" and even after passing the game you do not know anything about your character. You will communicate with "incredible" lifeless plush characters.

    - The main villain of the game is a goblin who took offense for being called names. And he decided to kill everyone for it. - It is not difficult to assess the strength of the further plot. - You will be given a great opportunity to be a "chosen" messenger on errands in countless exciting bring-and-serve quests. - If you are a seventy-year-old woman who has no one to talk to, it will be very pleasant and fun to listen to every NPC who will tell you his incredible biography from conception to the present day... If you thought these would be fascinating stories (NO). - Distribution ceremony, Yule score, Quidditch game, trips with the faculty to Hogsmeade - no. Running after goblins and creatures on the edges near Hogwarts - yes. If that's how you imagined the magical world of Rowling - welcome! I personally don't see it that way    … Expand
  18. CoryC
    Apr 6, 2023
    9
    So far, I really like the game. I've spent a lot of time in the room of requirement, setting everything up just the way I like it. I think it's great that there's player housing in the game. The world overall just looks fantastic.
  19. RockmasteR
    Mar 16, 2023
    9
    Hogwarts Legacy is an action-packed RPG game that takes you on a journey through the magical world of Harry Potter. The graphics are absolutely stunning, with a beautiful atmosphere that truly immerses you in the wizarding world. The attention to detail in the game is incredible, from the intricate designs of the Hogwarts castle to the lush landscapes surrounding it.

    One of the standout    Hogwarts Legacy is an action-packed RPG game that takes you on a journey through the magical world of Harry Potter. The graphics are absolutely stunning, with a beautiful atmosphere that truly immerses you in the wizarding world. The attention to detail in the game is incredible, from the intricate designs of the Hogwarts castle to the lush landscapes surrounding it.

    One of the standout features of the game is the beautiful music and great sound effects, which create an amazing ambiance that transports you to a magical world. The voice acting is also very good, adding depth and personality to the various characters you encounter throughout the game.

    Although the performance of the game was initially poor, it has been improved with patches. However, some players still experience issues with ray tracing performance, even with high-end graphics cards like the RTX 3070 Ti.

    The gameplay in Hogwarts Legacy is excellent, with a wide variety of gear to collect and upgrades to do. The game features 26 spells, including three curses, and the main combat spells are categorized as control, force, and damage. The game also offers a range of side quests and activities to explore, though some of these can become repetitive, particularly the Merlin trials and treasure vaults.

    Exploring in Hogwarts Legacy can be very rewarding, as you unlock challenges that reward you with combat traits or even gear. The game also boasts a variety of enemies, each with their own vulnerabilities and weaknesses.

    Overall, Hogwarts Legacy is a beautiful and immersive game that offers a lot of variety and depth. If you're a fan of RPG or action games, you're sure to enjoy this exciting journey through the wizarding world. While it has some performance issues and repetitive activities, the great graphics, music, and gameplay make it a must-play for Harry Potter fans and gamers alike.    … Expand
  20. MarsKramer
    Jun 24, 2023
    5
    5/10. Avoid if you hate Ubisoft style games. Message cannot include less than seventy-five letters, so I have to write it.
  21. Sneezey
    Apr 8, 2023
    10
    Wirklich tolles Spiel. Man kann auf verschiedenen Tierwesen und natürlich auf einem Besen durch die große und richtig detailreiche Welt fliegen, aber auch zu Fuß alles erkunden. Das Schloss und die Natur sind einfach atemberaubend schön. Die Geschichte hat mir auch gefallen. Hier und da hätte man gern etwas mehr Tiefe in die Charaktere stecken können, aber ich bin trotzdem sehr zufrieden.
  22. Metemiz
    Apr 9, 2023
    10
    Les graphismes sont fantastiques. Le château a l'air vraiment génial et on peut explorer toutes sortes de choses. Cela inclut différents villages, la forêt interdite et bien plus encore.
    Tout simplement génial.
  23. Talbis
    Mar 3, 2023
    8
    I am not a fan of the books, never read them. When people my age were reading them I was deep in the world of Ice and Fire. I watched one and a half of the movies... I don't know anything about pottery or doubledoor or whatever disease a hermione is... I do like me an RPG however. This is a good game. A bit light on the RPG mechanics but filled with interesting characters and set in anI am not a fan of the books, never read them. When people my age were reading them I was deep in the world of Ice and Fire. I watched one and a half of the movies... I don't know anything about pottery or doubledoor or whatever disease a hermione is... I do like me an RPG however. This is a good game. A bit light on the RPG mechanics but filled with interesting characters and set in an amazing world. But again, I know nothing of the books, the lore or the author.

    Technically, this game squeezed my PC hard with some stuttering. It is really hungry for both RAM and VRAM. Some optimisation might be needed still but it's a great game. Kinda makes me think back to Shadow of Mordor/Shadow of War, a surprisingly good game based on a book series but telling its own story... One thing I would add is the interactiveness of the world. Most NPCs are just window dressing but they don't even react when I cast a dangerous spell... Even in Driver San Francisco the pedestrians, while impossible to hit, would at least move out of the way and acknowledge the potential danger and that's one old game... These folk just stand there unbothered. Kinda messes up the immersion.    … Expand
  24. Razrback16
    Jun 1, 2023
    5
    Cons:

    * Denuvo, performance-impacting DRM is present, hurting framerates and game smoothness and making sure you don't ever really own your copy of the game * Game uses Epic Online Services - the presence of this means I will never purchase the game * Woke / alphabet agenda with trans / crossdressing / homo content present in a number of places in the game whereby they just have to    Cons:

    * Denuvo, performance-impacting DRM is present, hurting framerates and game smoothness and making sure you don't ever really own your copy of the game
    * Game uses Epic Online Services - the presence of this means I will never purchase the game
    * Woke / alphabet agenda with trans / crossdressing / homo content present in a number of places in the game whereby they just have to make a point of making sure you know they're gay, trans, etc. Heck, one of the side quests is seemingly designed to drum up sympathy for the crossdressing character...sigh. We need to stop enabling & encouraging so much mental illness in our culture; this is one of the key reasons so many people are on anti-depressants these days. The presence of this type of content likewise means I will never purchase a personal copy of the game
    * Awful game performance even on a high end rig with an RTX 3090 (poor optimization, effectively)
    * Even the deepest masculine voice for the character sounds like an effeminate boy
    * Once you get past the game's fantastic graphics, it's honestly kinda boring... the combat is mediocre and gets repetitive VERY quickly
    * No romance options in the game - and don't get me wrong, not saying there should be sexually explicit scenes or anything like The Witcher since this isn't an adult game, but you are playing the game as a teenager, and romantic relationships are a pretty big part of that part of a person's life - it can create dramatic situations and dynamics as well between other characters who may be competing for the same girl, etc. They could introduce this in a follow-up sequel when the main character sees some of his friends again that he developed good friendships with such as Poppy Sweeting, etc.
    * I'm admittedly baffled by the really high praise reviews; again not saying this is an awful game, but it's really nothing spectacular when you get past the graphics / animation quality and attention to the world itself. The actual game mechanics are not very impressive. It's just another open-world RPG style game like Witcher 3, Assassin's Creed Odyssey, etc. just in the Harry Potter universe.
    * The day / night cycle in the game is like a lot of open world games nowadays where the day cycle is way too short
    * Game feels a little dead in terms of the cast / environment and what I mean by that is while it's very pretty aesthetically, and there is a large cast of characters, they aren't really developed very well and so it feels somewhat empty. For example you might do a side quest for one character in the school, a fellow student...and you work with them on the quest and complete it. But then you never really interact with that student again despite going to school at Hogwarts every day with them. So it feels very sterile as far as the cast - you need to have fairly frequent contact with characters in order to generate a feeling for the player like they are there, and that the world really is alive. It's missing that feeling from Harry Potter movies where Harry, Ron, Hermione, etc. were frequently together working on things, and in this game you rarely see the main character with a similar group of people outside of some specific side quests.
    * Game has an exclusive quest locked down to Playstation - so chalk that up to anti-consumer behavior from the developer / publisher
    * Way too many cosmetics as the rewards for completing quests, challenges, etc. You'll complete certain challenges throughout the game, and worthless cosmetics seem to be overwhelmingly common - should have more narrative / dialogue as rewards, or something actually useful

    Pros:

    * Kudos for only giving (2) options during character creation for the Wizard / Witch and not trying to define the make-believe notion that there are more than two genders
    * Graphics are pretty darn good, they dedicated a lot of attention to detail when designing the world which is great to see. This is probably the highlight of the game
    * Lots of little events as you're walking around with things happening in the world - the animation work is fantastic by the development team. They really put monumental effort into constructing the world, and they deserve the absolute highest praise for that.
    * Relatively solid, yet nothing ground-breaking, main questline story. The end of the game sets up well for a sequel where, like the Harry Potter movies / books, the main character can return to Hogwarts for the 6th year and have more things to look forward to.

    Game Length: 59 Hours - I did probably ~95% of the game. I didn't pick up all of the treausre chests, but did basically everything else - every side quest that was available, all of the Merlin Trials (quite tedious as there are like 95 of them), all of the star constellation tasks, completed the field guide, etc.

    Final Rating: 5/10.    … Expand
  25. thenephites221
    Mar 3, 2023
    10
    I haven't had this much fun playing a single player video game since "Jedi Fallen Order" years ago. I am absolutely losing myself in this game and there's so much to do. It feels amazing, it's accessible, it's fun, it's well-written. I love it. I can't recommend it enough.
  26. asdfasdf12456
    Mar 5, 2023
    8
    I was expecting there would be some minigames in the classes like "bully: scholorship". Game is still good btw. Hopefully there would be some mods for these in the future.
  27. Nati
    Mar 10, 2023
    10
    Its honestly superb... everything I wanted and more in a Harry Potter universe game. GOTY.
  28. BerceGampu
    May 3, 2023
    10
    Awesome execution with all detail of HP world from the Books, Movies, even from Fan Based. This is are perfect world we as fan can imagine on.
  29. ksavi
    Mar 5, 2023
    8
    Great job for the world building of hogwarts
    Nice graphs but very demanding ( for pc at least)
    Small and average main story
  30. Kruzio
    Mar 2, 2023
    8
    El juego cumple lo que promete y mi análisis está realizado con una nvidia 2060 y procesador serie 7 en PC.
    Pros:
    Banda sonora Personajes variados Jugabilidad Historia Lore añadido que hace crecer la historia de Harry Potter. Contras: Misiones secundarias desaprovechadas Pocas misiones dentro de la escuela Personaje que en el contexto histórico no es acorde a la realidad de la    El juego cumple lo que promete y mi análisis está realizado con una nvidia 2060 y procesador serie 7 en PC.
    Pros:
    Banda sonora
    Personajes variados
    Jugabilidad
    Historia
    Lore añadido que hace crecer la historia de Harry Potter.

    Contras:
    Misiones secundarias desaprovechadas
    Pocas misiones dentro de la escuela
    Personaje que en el contexto histórico no es acorde a la realidad de la época y saca de contexto
    Algún doblaje del español no se corresponde con la apariencia de un niño y suena voz adulta.
    Denuvo

    El juego tiene un problema de rendimiento en pc y todos sabemos que cierto programa perjudica el rendimiento del mismo, después de haber recibido 2 parches, va mejor pero es insuficiente.
    Aún así, el juego es muy bueno aunque no llega a la excelencia, eso sí, para una futura entrega tienen ya todo el mapa hecho, se puede pulir más y mejor. Para mí es 8 muy justito, no para más.    … Expand
  31. infraRecon
    Mar 9, 2023
    9
    Let me tell you something, every time I play this game, I always say a line from the movie, whether it's a spell or "Avada Kadvra" the way Voldemort says it. This is a game that oozes out Passion, The developers at avalanche, and Portkey games really poured out their soul into this one, and while this game lacks things like Quidditch, house points, and Wizards Chess to a degree, it is aLet me tell you something, every time I play this game, I always say a line from the movie, whether it's a spell or "Avada Kadvra" the way Voldemort says it. This is a game that oozes out Passion, The developers at avalanche, and Portkey games really poured out their soul into this one, and while this game lacks things like Quidditch, house points, and Wizards Chess to a degree, it is a stellar example of what a game should look like and play like in 2023.

    So I'm just gonna give you a 9/10, straight up, there are not many games out there where you feel that it has taken over your life for a moment. What an amazing experience being able to walk and take in the Harry Potter/Wizarding World Universe in a game so full of content, along with interesting and purposefully likeable and unlikable characters.

    And on top of that No Micro-transactions, no Time savers of any sort here. Well done, I will happily buy a sequel, It's going to be in America, Right? Maybe an older Student at Hogwarts, I don't know but where ever it is, I'll be ready with the rest of the fan base.    … Expand
  32. CoolBR
    Jun 14, 2023
    9
    One of the best games that I've played in my life and before I played this game I wasn't even a fan of Harry Potter franchise.

    Combat 9/10 The combat feels very good, basically it revolves around making combos and rewarding the player for that, you both gain more energy for ancient magic when you make a large sequence of combo without being damaged and, of course, you can combo yours    One of the best games that I've played in my life and before I played this game I wasn't even a fan of Harry Potter franchise.

    Combat 9/10 The combat feels very good, basically it revolves around making combos and rewarding the player for that, you both gain more energy for ancient magic when you make a large sequence of combo without being damaged and, of course, you can combo yours spells, like you can cast leviosa on an enemy and them depulso to throw him from a cliff. You can transform an enemy into an explosive barrel and throw it into another enemy, there are many combos. And the enemies, generally have one or two spells that they are weak in some window, like an enemy that attacks with the tongue is vulnerable if you cast leviosa on this tongue when he is gonna attack, then you can cut off his tongue with diffindo.

    9/10 open-world - truly it surprised me. It is one of the best open-world that I've ever seen. It has so many details, especially in Hogwarts and the Hogsmeade village, they are so beautiful, Hogwarts seems exactly like in the movie with moving frames and armor statues, and even peeves there. The towers and the rooms are so well represented, it really feels like a real Hogwarts. Also, there are many puzzles in Zelda/Genshin style, like there is a torch, then you cast incendio, now there is fire in the torch and you gain some XP, or there are many flying papers scattered and you cast accio to catch then and you are reward with some XP. Also, there are many secrets rooms and puzzles. I really like this type of exploration, it feels very good.

    Hogsmeade village is also very cool with many beautiful stores, especially the candy and prank stories.

    The rest of the world is really big but kinda empty, there are a lot of "Ubisoft-style activities", like a lot of repetitive activities scattered on a huge map that seems a constant ctrl+c and ctrl+v.

    Story 7.5/10 - one of the aspects that disappointed me. The story isn't bad but the characters are so lame. It was an interesting choice to make the game way before Harry Potter events but I really missed seem some old characters.

    The main villain is so cliche he is Globin that wants to conquer everything and he isn't even developed, the professors are those types of personas who are always helping us, especially professor Fig, but honestly, that isn't so fun, I missed someone like Severus Snape in the Harry Potter franchise to create some drama. The Director is literally a clown with zero importance in the story. But, I must say, at least the guardians story is somewhat interesting, but the main-quest it would be 6.5/7

    There are also three main side quests with 3 characters: Poppy, Sebastian and Naty, in many moments they are even better than the main quest. They develop these characters and although they aren't top tier either, they are cool, especially Poppy and Sebastian's quest, at the very least I could sympathize with them.

    Also, one more aspect that this game copied from Genshin was the "illusion of choice", it has many dialogue options but it doesn't change anything.    … Expand
  33. george_bondo
    Mar 9, 2023
    8
    games surprised with its world design, excellent combat, flying on a broomstick, but as a reward for curiosity you get useless clothes that kill interest in research
  34. dziubaty
    Mar 9, 2023
    10
    Excellent title, recommended. Very entertaining. The truth impressed me, already when I saw the gameplay, not because of the publicity in the press, so I decided to play it and the truth is that I was hooked.
  35. spoogepk
    Apr 28, 2023
    9
    Incredible Surprise this game was, Beautiful Graphics, fun game play. Great acting. A welcome change from other Devs. I dont know JK R or Harry Potter previously. my RTX 3060 12GB plays this game better than my 3080 10GB weirdly i'd say it has some performance issues. but over all I loved it.
  36. Starry8A
    Apr 7, 2023
    10
    Hogwarts Legacy is an enchanting and captivating game that immerses players in the magical world of Harry Potter. The graphics are stunning and beautifully crafted, bringing the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry to life like never before.

    One of the game's greatest strengths is its fun and challenging riddles. These puzzles add a delightful layer of complexity to the game and    Hogwarts Legacy is an enchanting and captivating game that immerses players in the magical world of Harry Potter. The graphics are stunning and beautifully crafted, bringing the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry to life like never before.

    One of the game's greatest strengths is its fun and challenging riddles. These puzzles add a delightful layer of complexity to the game and make it all the more enjoyable.

    The storytelling is nice, with a well-crafted narrative that seamlessly weaves together elements of mystery, adventure, and magic. As players progress through the game, they will encounter a cast of memorable characters.    … Expand
  37. Ubuntos
    Apr 12, 2023
    10
    there is an incredible attention to detail in the game's graphics. The world is alive with vibrant colors and intricate textures, making it feel like you're really there. And with the latest technology powering the game, everything from the lighting effects to the character animations is top-notch.
  38. gutierry
    May 3, 2023
    10
    Perfeito !! Não há nenhum defeito, só faltou o quadribol e o jogo ser mais longo, mas fora isso tá top
  39. SeppWinkler
    Apr 26, 2023
    10
    Absolutely perfect game!
  40. psycho1ne
    Apr 30, 2023
    10
    Hello everyone, the game is just divine. The best implementation of fun JK Rowling
  41. TinyMeatGang
    Jun 6, 2023
    6
    I really wanted to like this game, and I tried very hard to do so, but it just falls flat in most aspects outside of the representation of Hogwarts itself, which is easily the best one to have ever existed. I would highly recommend reading the mixed and negative reviews before buying this game, especially at full price. Not the ones by people who forgot that you're not supposed to iron theI really wanted to like this game, and I tried very hard to do so, but it just falls flat in most aspects outside of the representation of Hogwarts itself, which is easily the best one to have ever existed. I would highly recommend reading the mixed and negative reviews before buying this game, especially at full price. Not the ones by people who forgot that you're not supposed to iron the folds out of your brain and complain about wokeness and "AgeNDa", but the ones by people who actually break down the good and bad aspects of the game.

    If you stripped out the Harry Potter name and theming of the game, you're left with a mediocre product at best. Once you've played the first 4 or so hours of the game, you've already experienced everything the game has to offer; the remaining 16 or so are just the first part but copy/pasted with a bit of variation.

    If you just want to experience Hogwarts and have fun casting spells, this is a great game for that. If you want an immersive and interesting story, world, or characters, this falls way short. It's worth playing, but I would definitely wait until it goes on sale before picking it up.    … Expand
  42. fardin5555
    Jun 16, 2023
    10
    This game doesn't get enough recognition for its immersive open-world experience. Characters engage in their own shenanigans, breathing life into the game world similar to other impressive titles like Red Dead Redemption 2. It's remarkable considering this is Avalanche's debut AAA game, yet they rival the seasoned studios with decades of experience. The depth extends beyond sideThis game doesn't get enough recognition for its immersive open-world experience. Characters engage in their own shenanigans, breathing life into the game world similar to other impressive titles like Red Dead Redemption 2. It's remarkable considering this is Avalanche's debut AAA game, yet they rival the seasoned studios with decades of experience. The depth extends beyond side characters, with NPCs having their own routines, animals with their own idle animations, enemies engaging in lively banter, and pedestrians reacting to your past decisions and choices. The attention to detail in the books and movies is unparalleled. In an industry where hack writers exploit popular IPs to suit their narrative, this game stands out as a passion project. Its end product reflects the dedication poured into its creation.… Expand
  43. Poggo
    Jun 18, 2023
    9
    This game is a lot of fun. The graphic is really impressive, the story is decent, could be better here and there though, the puzzles and mini games make also a lot of fun and the battles a very well made. The best thing in my opinion is exploring the world.
    Really hoping for Hogwarts Legacy 2.
  44. LetsGoPokemonLu
    Jun 23, 2023
    4
    I reeeeally wanted to like this game, and I tried my very best to do so, but it just falls flat in most aspects outside of the representation of Hogwarts itself.
  45. Dipalay
    Apr 3, 2023
    10
    Really enjoyable combat and location exploring, especially while flying on broom above beautiful forests, rivers etc. Story is ok. In my opinion a little bit too many dialogues and because of this game after time is a little bit boring but after finished this game I can tell that was good experience. Graphics are ok, optimization issue is stuttering(mostly when I was coming into newReally enjoyable combat and location exploring, especially while flying on broom above beautiful forests, rivers etc. Story is ok. In my opinion a little bit too many dialogues and because of this game after time is a little bit boring but after finished this game I can tell that was good experience. Graphics are ok, optimization issue is stuttering(mostly when I was coming into new location and not everything was loaded), but nothing more. FSR on max sharpening is more detailed than native resolution in my opinion, so I recommend to use that. In conclusion game is beautiful and fine optimized, has really good gameplay and is just satisfying. 10/10… Expand
  46. DJVita
    Apr 4, 2023
    10
    Hogwarts Legacy is simply amazing. I particularly loved the Room of Requirement and the fact that you can customize multiple rooms and even get areas for your own animals to care for and nurture.

    And the graphics are simply breathtaking. I could spend hours flying around or exploring the world on foot and never get bored. As for the characters, Sebastian is pretty cool but I wish    Hogwarts Legacy is simply amazing. I particularly loved the Room of Requirement and the fact that you can customize multiple rooms and even get areas for your own animals to care for and nurture.

    And the graphics are simply breathtaking. I could spend hours flying around or exploring the world on foot and never get bored.

    As for the characters, Sebastian is pretty cool but I wish more had been done with Black. I was really looking forward to his character, but then there was hardly anything about him.    … Expand
  47. Udnoop
    Apr 5, 2023
    9
    I quite like the game.
    You can tell that a lot of passion went into it. The developers really put in a lot of effort.
    Of course, the graphics are especially outstanding, they're just fantastic. Exploring the castle and its surroundings is a lot of fun, as is designing the room of requirement. What I didn't like were the woke elements, which they clearly only added because of certain    I quite like the game.
    You can tell that a lot of passion went into it. The developers really put in a lot of effort.
    Of course, the graphics are especially outstanding, they're just fantastic. Exploring the castle and its surroundings is a lot of fun, as is designing the room of requirement.
    What I didn't like were the woke elements, which they clearly only added because of certain obnoxious people and which simply don't fit into the setting. I also missed simple things like a sitting and lying animation for the player character. But otherwise, it's a really good game.    … Expand
  48. Relonka
    Mar 23, 2023
    8
    The game boasts an impressive roster of well-written and unique personalities, but two of my favorites were definitely Sebastian and Poppy. Sebastian, the dark and brooding Slytherin, was a delight to interact with and had a surprising amount of depth for a side character. And Poppy, the bubbly and sweet Hufflepuff, was an absolute joy to be around and provided a nice contrast to theThe game boasts an impressive roster of well-written and unique personalities, but two of my favorites were definitely Sebastian and Poppy. Sebastian, the dark and brooding Slytherin, was a delight to interact with and had a surprising amount of depth for a side character. And Poppy, the bubbly and sweet Hufflepuff, was an absolute joy to be around and provided a nice contrast to the darker moments in the game.

    But the real standout feature of Hogwarts Legacy has to be the graphics. The castle and its surroundings look absolutely breathtaking, with every detail meticulously crafted to bring the magical world to life. From the twisting staircases to the lush gardens, exploring this world was a feast for the eyes and left me feeling fully immersed in the Hogwarts experience.

    Speaking of exploration, the game does an excellent job of encouraging players to venture off the beaten path and discover the hidden secrets of Hogwarts. Whether it's uncovering hidden passages or stumbling upon a hidden creature in the Forbidden Forest, there's always something new and exciting to discover.

    Of course, no game is perfect, and Hogwarts Legacy is no exception. While there are plenty of well-developed characters, I couldn't help but feel like Phineas Nigellus Black was a bit underutilized. As a major figure in Hogwarts history, it would have been nice to see more of him and his story explored.

    Overall, Hogwarts Legacy is an incredible addition to the world of Harry Potter gaming, though. With gorgeous graphics, engaging characters and an expansive world to explore.    … Expand
  49. Pugly
    Apr 1, 2023
    9
    Amazing game.
    I had my doubts because the last movies (fantastic beasts and cursed child) were horrible, but with Hogwarts Legacy we finally have something, that actually feels like a well written story in a magical world. Stunning visuals, awesome music and nice adventure. 9/10!
  50. Zujni
    Apr 3, 2023
    10
    Pretty cool game with amazing graphics, good characters and fun activities.
    The woke stuff they put in to appease the crazy twitter mob is pretty cringe and since those kind of people are never happy it's really unnecessary and annoying, but if you ignore that, then the game is amazing.
  51. Lightblac
    Apr 4, 2023
    10
    Hogwarts Legacy is like a butterbeer on a chilly Hogsmeade day - it warms you up and leaves you feeling enchanted.
    The graphics are downright magical and transport you to a breathtakingly beautiful world of wizards and wonder. And let's not forget the features - solving riddles, the Room of Requirements, and flying around on a broom or mystical animals make the game truly bewitching. It's    Hogwarts Legacy is like a butterbeer on a chilly Hogsmeade day - it warms you up and leaves you feeling enchanted.
    The graphics are downright magical and transport you to a breathtakingly beautiful world of wizards and wonder. And let's not forget the features - solving riddles, the Room of Requirements, and flying around on a broom or mystical animals make the game truly bewitching. It's everything a Potterhead could wish for and more.    … Expand
  52. RobiXx
    Apr 5, 2023
    10
    The game is really enjoyable. The graphics are breathtaking and the world looks simply magical and beautiful. However, I wish there were more emotes for the player character. Also, I don't understand why we can only keep a handful of animals in the room of requirement. Each room has more than enough space. Apart from that, the game is top-notch.
  53. DreamCore90
    Mar 12, 2023
    7
    The game felt magical for the first few hours, but then the magic quickly faded. The reasons for this:

    1. Technical issues a plenty. Glitchy lighting, shadows and LoD with performance issues and stuttering (even after patches) on an RTX 4090. 2. The world is littered by Ubisoft-style side tasks. There are almost 100 Merlin trials, boat loads of balloon challenges etc. Who the heck    The game felt magical for the first few hours, but then the magic quickly faded. The reasons for this:

    1. Technical issues a plenty. Glitchy lighting, shadows and LoD with performance issues and stuttering (even after patches) on an RTX 4090.

    2. The world is littered by Ubisoft-style side tasks. There are almost 100 Merlin trials, boat loads of balloon challenges etc. Who the heck wants to do the same thing 100 times? All of this crap is also linked to expanding your inventory, ancient magic slots and higher level lockpicking which makes it practically mandatory.

    3. Enemy variaty is SEVERLY lacking. You will be fighting the same dark wizards and goblins for the majority of the game, alongside spiders, wolves and the occasional troll.

    4. The main story is very slow and not that interesting in general.

    Had I rated the game after the first 10 hours, I would have given it a 9, but as the hours kept ticking, all the flaws just became more apparent and in the end I even struggeled to keep playing and actually finish it.    … Expand
  54. DexSK
    May 22, 2023
    0
    i7-13700k, 32GB DDR5, GeForce RTX 3070 8GB. Installed on a SSD (Samsung 980 Pro PCI-E 4).
    DLSS on, High settings on graphics & Raytracing. Unplayable. (out of memory at various intro stages).
    DLSS on, High settings on graphics, Raytracing off. Unplayable. (out of memory at various intro stages). DLSS on, Medium settings on graphics, Raytracing off. Unplayable. (out of memory at loading    i7-13700k, 32GB DDR5, GeForce RTX 3070 8GB. Installed on a SSD (Samsung 980 Pro PCI-E 4).
    DLSS on, High settings on graphics & Raytracing. Unplayable. (out of memory at various intro stages).
    DLSS on, High settings on graphics, Raytracing off. Unplayable. (out of memory at various intro stages).
    DLSS on, Medium settings on graphics, Raytracing off. Unplayable. (out of memory at loading of Hogwarts Castle after getting through Intro).
    Build version 1117238.
    Trash.    … Expand
  55. Fun_Feather
    Mar 22, 2023
    10
    As a life long, die hard HP fan I am in absolute awe of this game! There is so much depth to this world, I will be encompassed by Hogwarts Legacy for quite a while. I have spent so much time in game exploring and admiring all of the details in just about everything.

    As it comes with any game of this magnitude, there will be FPS drops; but no one can deny how much time and LOVE the    As a life long, die hard HP fan I am in absolute awe of this game! There is so much depth to this world, I will be encompassed by Hogwarts Legacy for quite a while. I have spent so much time in game exploring and admiring all of the details in just about everything.

    As it comes with any game of this magnitude, there will be FPS drops; but no one can deny how much time and LOVE the developers put into delivering a game we would fall in love with.    … Expand
  56. Kirono
    Mar 24, 2023
    9
    If you're a fan of the magical world of Harry Potter, then you're in for a treat with Hogwarts Legacy. This game is an enchanting adventure that will have you spellbound from start to finish.

    The graphics are absolutely stunning. The attention to detail is breathtaking. The rich colors and textures create a world that truly comes to life before your very eyes. It's a joy to simply    If you're a fan of the magical world of Harry Potter, then you're in for a treat with Hogwarts Legacy. This game is an enchanting adventure that will have you spellbound from start to finish.

    The graphics are absolutely stunning. The attention to detail is breathtaking. The rich colors and textures create a world that truly comes to life before your very eyes. It's a joy to simply explore the world.

    Speaking of exploration, the world of Hogwarts Legacy is vast and immersive. From the Forbidden Forest to the bustling streets of Hogsmeade, there's always something new to discover. The game encourages you to take your time and soak in all the sights and sounds, and you won't regret it.

    Of course, a game is only as good as its characters, and Hogwarts Legacy delivers in spades. From fellow students to familiar faces from the Harry Potter universe like P.N. Black, each character is well-written and fleshed out. You'll find yourself getting invested in their stories and rooting for some of them every step of the way.

    Hogwarts Legacy is a charming and delightful game that's sure to cast a spell on you. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the books and movies or just looking for a fun and immersive gaming experience, this game is not to be missed.    … Expand
  57. Whiskersss
    Mar 27, 2023
    10
    Let me just say that the graphics of this game are chef's kiss amazing.
    The level of detail is so impressive that you can practically smell the butterbeer and feel the warmth of the Hogwarts fireplace. It's like you're actually there, except you don't have to deal with the pesky inconvenience of being a Muggle.

    I really, really love this game!
  58. Silvercla
    Mar 31, 2023
    9
    Holy Hippogriffs, the graphics are stunning! The attention to detail in every aspect of the game is simply breathtaking. From the intricate designs of the Hogwarts castle to the majestic creatures that roam the Forbidden Forest, you'll feel like you're really living in the wizarding world.

    The soundtrack is simply enchanting, with its soaring orchestral pieces and hauntingly beautiful    Holy Hippogriffs, the graphics are stunning! The attention to detail in every aspect of the game is simply breathtaking. From the intricate designs of the Hogwarts castle to the majestic creatures that roam the Forbidden Forest, you'll feel like you're really living in the wizarding world.

    The soundtrack is simply enchanting, with its soaring orchestral pieces and hauntingly beautiful melodies. But the real magic of Hogwarts Legacy lies in the gameplay. From brewing potions to mastering spells, there's always something new to discover.

    But perhaps the most exciting part of the game is the sense of freedom it offers. Whether you want to join your favorite Hogwarts house, explore every inch of the castle, or even venture out into the wider wizarding world, the choice is yours. With so many possibilities, the game truly feels like a magical adventure that you'll never want to end.    … Expand
  59. Umlia
    Apr 1, 2023
    10
    Hogwarts Legacy is pure magic!
    The game's graphics are so stunning, you'll feel like you've been transported to the wizarding world yourself. It's the perfect mix of adventure, mystery, and nostalgia.
  60. Calebr
    Apr 6, 2023
    10
    Hogwarts Legacy really appeals to me. I've been playing it for several days now and there are still plenty of things to discover. The graphics are the most impressive aspect, of course. They are simply breathtaking and the castle is just gigantic. But the environment looks amazing as well.
  61. Tim8391
    Apr 2, 2023
    10
    It's an immersive and exciting game that transports us into the magical world of Harry Potter.
    The graphics are amazing and bring the wizarding world to life in vivid detail. The characters are also a highlight, with cool and intriguing personalities like Sebastian and Poppy adding depth to the story.
    Hogwarts Legacy is a must-play in my opinion for any Harry Potter fan or anyone who    It's an immersive and exciting game that transports us into the magical world of Harry Potter.
    The graphics are amazing and bring the wizarding world to life in vivid detail. The characters are also a highlight, with cool and intriguing personalities like Sebastian and Poppy adding depth to the story.

    Hogwarts Legacy is a must-play in my opinion for any Harry Potter fan or anyone who enjoys immersive RPG games.    … Expand
  62. Har8
    May 26, 2023
    0
    I just don't understand all the positive reviews of this game. After 60+ hours of playing it was just boring, super repetitive, without any challenge at all and very weak plot. Not to mention the obligatory 2023 agenda. It seems like people have forgotten what really good games used to be like and this low quality games already seem awesome to them.
  63. KostyaKrivoruch
    Feb 24, 2023
    9
    Great game with not the best optimization. FPS is unstable, crashes happen.
    wonderful world giving a lot of memories. In this game, you can do everything you can do in this world, from potions to fantastic beasts. it's a shame for the three broomsticks bar, but you quickly forget about this misunderstanding.
  64. PenetratorGod
    Feb 24, 2023
    4
    It's a hot fanservice game, but it's not a game that will appeal to adults with real gaming taste. If you are a Potterhead, buy it, if not, don't bother because it is a waste of time and money. This is a game that will mean nothing to you.
  65. yourstupidmon
    Mar 6, 2023
    5
    Honestly.. this game is nothing special. Just another boring open world game filled with repetitive side activities and fetch quest just with Harry Potter IP. And obviously terrible performance.
  66. Imopsie
    Apr 7, 2023
    10
    Hogwarts Legacy is simply fantastic. It's like diving straight into that magical time of Harry Potter and becoming part of the world.
    You can spend hours just exploring the world and especially the castle, and it never gets boring. With the Room of Requirement, there's also player housing, and you can keep your own animals, ride them, brew your own potions, solve a lot of puzzles, and the    Hogwarts Legacy is simply fantastic. It's like diving straight into that magical time of Harry Potter and becoming part of the world.
    You can spend hours just exploring the world and especially the castle, and it never gets boring. With the Room of Requirement, there's also player housing, and you can keep your own animals, ride them, brew your own potions, solve a lot of puzzles, and the characters are also great.
    P.N. Black could have gotten a bit more story, though. After all, it's one of the few characters that we already knew from the Harry Potter books, so I would have liked to see more.    … Expand
  67. heavybadas
    Apr 28, 2023
    6
    The world feels magical at first, but the more you play, the more meaningless the world gets. for it's vastness it feels rather empty quite fast. There are really lame parts of the story, some of the characters are lame and feels out of place.

    The only story that was worth engaging in was a side quest, the game still has woke elements, there are too many empty repetitive "go kill x    The world feels magical at first, but the more you play, the more meaningless the world gets. for it's vastness it feels rather empty quite fast. There are really lame parts of the story, some of the characters are lame and feels out of place.

    The only story that was worth engaging in was a side quest, the game still has woke elements, there are too many empty repetitive "go kill x amount of Y" or "go fetch x" style side quests, inventory system is annoying, puzzles are repetitive and the merlin trials are necessary.

    There's no point to grind the repetitive tasks other than cosmetic rewards to grind repetitive tasks in game. I already do that in real life.

    I have read all the books, and I love the Harry Potter Franchise, but I was honestly disappointed with this game and was actually really looking forward to this.    … Expand
  68. somovbiu
    May 2, 2023
    0
    This game is like something out of 2010. The graphics are there, but everything else is totally outdated. This just shows how pathetic Harry Potter fans are. All HP games up till now are really bad, and fans have longed for a good HP game, but this? This is mediocre at best. Not to mention it's buggy, laggy and stuttery. I can't even remember the last time I dropped below the map in aThis game is like something out of 2010. The graphics are there, but everything else is totally outdated. This just shows how pathetic Harry Potter fans are. All HP games up till now are really bad, and fans have longed for a good HP game, but this? This is mediocre at best. Not to mention it's buggy, laggy and stuttery. I can't even remember the last time I dropped below the map in a game, but it happened here xD. And also, you'll need a beefy rig because it's pretty pretty demanding, especially that it's not stunningly beautiful. Bad optimization, both on PC and on the consoles.… Expand
  69. catmom1964
    Feb 28, 2023
    6
    I think this is a very, very average game--I'm not sure how it got such a high score. I suppose it might be really fun for those that love the world and the series, but I definitely went into it thinking of it more as a game and it's doing the same thing other games do, just not nearly as well.

    The combat is okay, there's a good flow to it and you've got lots of options, but many of the    I think this is a very, very average game--I'm not sure how it got such a high score. I suppose it might be really fun for those that love the world and the series, but I definitely went into it thinking of it more as a game and it's doing the same thing other games do, just not nearly as well.

    The combat is okay, there's a good flow to it and you've got lots of options, but many of the options do essentially the same thing. The spell combo system has some fun parts, but it can get VERY repetitive. There's not a huge variety of enemy types, and they all respond in pretty much the same way. Dial the difficulty up, because it gives you a LOT of time to dodge/counter otherwise and it really makes it less fun.

    The exploration is alright, but it's stuffed like a bad Ubisoft title with the collecting. Progression is pretty simple--XP gives you points in terms of HP bonuses and talents, but a few of the talents are INCREDIBLY overpowered and make everything else a bit too easy. Other than that, collecting things, finishing challenges, etc. mostly lead to cosmetic unlocks and nothing that changes gameplay.

    I found the music kind of dull--it didn't have the same brightness as the film soundtracks. Graphically it was okay, but I found most of the characters fairly dull looking. It had some FPS drops and a few glitches in the inexplicable underwater sections--not even sure why those were necessary. The flying was REALLY not fun for me, and the crafting was basic.

    This feels like a game that you'd buy a younger person to get them more interested in gaming, but the experience of it wasn't something I enjoyed too much.    … Expand
  70. Bolobanic11
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    10/10!!!!
    Hogwarts Legacy is the game we've been all waiting for. A lot of passion and dedication to the game. Open-world game with lots to explore and its not a half-baked game and no micro-transaction nightmare!
  71. Tubey
    Mar 6, 2023
    8
    A very good open world experience that doesn't do much to reinvent the genre, but does everything it's supposed to do very well and with a fantastic reverence to the source material. You'll find something to enjoy here even if you're unfamiliar with Harry Potter. If you are a fan of the source material, this is essentially a dream game; the best Wizarding World game ever made by a wideA very good open world experience that doesn't do much to reinvent the genre, but does everything it's supposed to do very well and with a fantastic reverence to the source material. You'll find something to enjoy here even if you're unfamiliar with Harry Potter. If you are a fan of the source material, this is essentially a dream game; the best Wizarding World game ever made by a wide margin.

    Unfortunately, it's not great on PC. I haven't had the issues others have reported to the same degree, but it's still visibly unoptimised and it gets knocked down a few points for that reason for me.

    But it's still excellent. Those rating it badly are doing so for disingenuous reasons completely unrelated to the actual video game. They can safely be ignored as the petulant crybabies they are.    … Expand
  72. Crackfarmer
    Mar 6, 2023
    8
    Definitely missed opportunity with not adding quidditch and some kind of coop/multiplayer in the game.
    I hope they at least bring more (free) content to the game over the span of some years, otherwise I'd be kinda shocked.
    Story is interesting so far, I enjoy it a lot. I approve of the chance you get to respond to other characters the friendly or rude way. Telling all the    Definitely missed opportunity with not adding quidditch and some kind of coop/multiplayer in the game.
    I hope they at least bring more (free) content to the game over the span of some years, otherwise I'd be kinda shocked.

    Story is interesting so far, I enjoy it a lot.

    I approve of the chance you get to respond to other characters the friendly or rude way.

    Telling all the side-quest NPCs to stop whining is great. The response of the main character is perfect.

    Thanks goodness for the option to hide headwear. Hats and other headwear look ugly as hell.

    Still getting lots of flickering on many objects. Seems to be an issue with the game. Fixes on the internet didn't work for me. Everything is up-to-date on my end.

    The game is very hungry for pc resources, even with a top tier pc.
    Better optimization is definitely needed, although I didn't get any fps drops on my system running the game at 4k, 60fps capped and most settings maxed aside from RT (causes flickering).

    Had to turn on V-sync on NVCP because it suffered from screen tearing.
    V-sync fast or adaptive didn't work, which is sad. Had the same issue with Spider-Man Remastered, but V-sync fast fixed it.

    The game seems a bit overwhelming with all the collectibles.

    Voice acting on German voice-overs is a bit off on some characters (and lacking lip-sync).

    Can't turn off subtitles? These captions, for example: *chuckles*, piss me off.
    Why is this a thing that is forced upon you?

    The names have to be a joke sometimes, for example Nigellus Black, lol?
    Character design of many characters seems forced to look equal (different skin color and such). Trying to make the game not look racist, kinda brings more attention to than it should.    … Expand
  73. Poti
    Jun 4, 2023
    0
    Denuvo = 0, you pay to play a worse version of the game and that's a 0 dc the game
  74. poli_lali
    Feb 28, 2023
    0
    Incredibly high minimum requirements. The graphics for such requirements are poor. A bug with hair that falls into textures, even in The Sims there is no such thing. Endless freezes and drops up to 10 fps. Can't make it full screen. Can't open settings during cutscenes. I am totally disappointed in this game as a harry potter fan.
  75. Liquid_Cold
    Apr 14, 2023
    3
    + fights, castle, grafics, witch broom
    - magic, storyline, quests, NPC, no quidditch, optimization

    it's an ocean as deep as a puddle!
  76. kalambaha
    Feb 9, 2023
    9
    This is a great game with a great atmosphere for those who have long wanted to return to this great universe!
  77. PanSkrzynka
    Feb 9, 2023
    8
    For me game when it comes to gameplay is solid 8/10, and nostalgia can push it into 10/10 since the game is perfect in showing you how it feels to be a wizard. But if you play on PC ill wait a bit, since the game seems to have significant problems loading assets during cutscenes that cut framerate to oblivion.
    The story is solid. Nothing that breaks you from immersion, but far from the    For me game when it comes to gameplay is solid 8/10, and nostalgia can push it into 10/10 since the game is perfect in showing you how it feels to be a wizard. But if you play on PC ill wait a bit, since the game seems to have significant problems loading assets during cutscenes that cut framerate to oblivion.
    The story is solid. Nothing that breaks you from immersion, but far from the level of Witcher 3 or RDR. Most of the characters feel real, but you won't get attached to them, game is lacking in showing them in more casual situations, and interactions with them are mostly to push the story, not to show their characters.
    But the best part of the game is that the world feels alive. Hogwart feels real and detailed. This is the HP game we were waiting for.
    Also, game have the usual problem with modern Open World games design, too many repetitive things to do. Clear Dark Wizards camp, finish the same puzzle 8 times, you know the drill. Good thing that those are mostly optional.
    Combat can be challenging when it comes to fighting with multiple opponents. Spells are fun to use, and the game encourages you to use them all.    … Expand
  78. Mezzeruk
    Mar 5, 2023
    9
    One of the best open world games I've played since gaming started for me which was the late 70s. Remarkable achievement. I have zero interest in the franchise but really enjoyed this fantastical video game. It's up there with Witcher 3, Forbidden West and on a good PC looks incredible at Native 4K and around 100fps.
  79. joanjett
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    This game really brings back the Harry Potter vibes for me
    but it does so much more. You don't need to be a Potter fan
    to enjoy this gem! Get ready for at least 80hrs or more of game play fun!
  80. badrabbit
    Feb 9, 2023
    10
    This game is awesome! The story (as far as i played) is diverse and fun to play. I had nearly no bugs except 1-2 AI errors which caused enemys to freeze for short times. The world of hogwarts legacy is amazingly designed and hogwarts itself made me goosebumps several times when you walk through this legendary halls.

    Normaly I would do a pro and con list. But this time... if you love the    This game is awesome! The story (as far as i played) is diverse and fun to play. I had nearly no bugs except 1-2 AI errors which caused enemys to freeze for short times. The world of hogwarts legacy is amazingly designed and hogwarts itself made me goosebumps several times when you walk through this legendary halls.

    Normaly I would do a pro and con list. But this time... if you love the books of harry potter and want to be a part in hogwarts yourself or you want to explore a magic world... this game is for you!!! If you dont like single player only games this is the downside - this game is not for you.    … Expand
  81. ItsmeDavinci
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Extremely well developed game with combat full of depth.

    As a huge Harry Potter fan, this is the game I've always wanted, and they sure as hell delivered on this masterpiece.
  82. The0Bagwell
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    This game is a true 10/10 for me. I absolutely adore it. It has completely captured the magic, for lack of a better word, of exploring Hogwarts and living in the wizarding world. With amazing and creative combat and secrets around every corner this game will keep you entertained for the long haul.
  83. Koshea69
    Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Really felt like I was at Hogwarts, if that sounds at all like something your interested in, get this game!
  84. charlden999
    Feb 9, 2023
    10
    What an Amazing game ! Loving it so much , pure enjoyment. Combat is amazing and a very beautiful world.
  85. genpashi
    Feb 9, 2023
    10
    I have rarely seen games so complete then with such beautiful gameplay and story! I recommend it to everyone
  86. PrivateArtyom
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Everything i have dreamt of. All we need is a patch to fix performance but the game itself is fantastic
  87. aaaskeptic
    Jun 9, 2023
    4
    Pretty average unfortunately. Nothing really special here apart from it being a game in the HP universe. It nails the HP vibes with good aesthetics and great sound design, combat is also quite good. Fans will definitely like this.

    The rest however is pretty uninspired, it's a generic open world flooded with map markers, nothing really exciting to find and stupid chores. That's also    Pretty average unfortunately. Nothing really special here apart from it being a game in the HP universe. It nails the HP vibes with good aesthetics and great sound design, combat is also quite good. Fans will definitely like this.

    The rest however is pretty uninspired, it's a generic open world flooded with map markers, nothing really exciting to find and stupid chores. That's also where the focus of the game is - You are out in the wild murdering millions of goblins and people, you are rarely at Hogwarts and if you are you are mostly doing fetch quests for incapable NPCs or speedrunning classes. Nothing you do has any consequence whatsoever and there aren't any real choices. A lot of mechanics are in the game, although they are all too shallow for my taste. The game feels a lot like Ubisoft made this. Looks great, especially at the start but is so shallow and boring underneath that really makes it just average. The dungeons are very uninspired, every cave I've found leads to exactly one treasure chest. Loot is boring, everything is just average.    … Expand
  88. NachtkindFX
    Feb 9, 2023
    10
    The game is crazy good. It has a great level of detail, the sound is good and the open world is vast. I have 0 performance problems usually around 120 fps.
  89. Rooseweld
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    The Game i have always wanted to Play as a kid growing up, and now it's finally here.
  90. cytotoxique
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Très belle réalisation, les sortilèges donnent de bonnes sensations et l'histoire est bien respectée. Il est très beau.
    Une meilleure optimisation devrait venir avec le patch day one.
    Je recommande
  91. Ingretlam
    Feb 8, 2023
    7
    Real review with no politics. The game is a lot of fun with a great combat system that can get repetitive at times. It has some optimization issues, I have a 3070 TI and have had to turn it down to medium settings to get it 60fps stable on my hdr 2k monitor. That being said, even the medium settings look great. The game feels alive and populated, not an empty waste like most open worldReal review with no politics. The game is a lot of fun with a great combat system that can get repetitive at times. It has some optimization issues, I have a 3070 TI and have had to turn it down to medium settings to get it 60fps stable on my hdr 2k monitor. That being said, even the medium settings look great. The game feels alive and populated, not an empty waste like most open world rpg's recently. There is a huge nostalgia factor here and fans of Harry Potter will get more out of this game then non fans. Would definitely recommend this game.

    Que political portion of review. The game definitely pushes its inclusive agenda to the forefront of the game for better or worse depending on your perspective. for all those claiming not to buy it because it funds JK Rowling, What about the dozens of developers who you are neglecting that actually agree with your agenda? to deny one person you are hurting so many more that pushed the inclusivity you ask for into this game. You all need to think before you speak. (I personally think the woke agenda has gone too far for the record)    … Expand
  92. jmduk
    Feb 13, 2023
    10
    The game J.K. Rowling deserves.

    What a masterpiece by Portkey Games. To say they have never made a game like this, they did the wizarding world of Hogwarts justice. Looks incredible, plays incredible, sounds incredible. Hopefully an official launch day patch/drivers for PC to fix the performance issues for some people. If they can run it like the opening sequence before Hogwarts,    The game J.K. Rowling deserves.

    What a masterpiece by Portkey Games. To say they have never made a game like this, they did the wizarding world of Hogwarts justice. Looks incredible, plays incredible, sounds incredible.

    Hopefully an official launch day patch/drivers for PC to fix the performance issues for some people. If they can run it like the opening sequence before Hogwarts, then winner winner, chicken dinner.    … Expand
  93. Zirloa
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Thank you J.K. Rowling for your lovely world and thank you to all developers, who worked on this masterpiece.
    It is simply breathtaking so far.
  94. LeMarco
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Um excelente jogo, e também um maravilhoso presente a todos que amam essa franquia.
  95. Garsupial
    Mar 17, 2023
    9
    Open world RPG set in the magical world, with its own interpretation while respecting the original work. Punctual fps drop in cinematics and certain areas. Playable, but to polish. reminds me of games like dragon age inquisition or similar. They have put a lot of care and detail to capture the magical world to their fans. Great job from devs.
  96. Max17b
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Dziedzictwo Hogwartu będzie dla wielu graczy spełnieniem wielkich marzeń. To bardzo mądrze poskładana gra, wykonana z ogromnym sercem, która wielokrotnie sprawi, że nie tylko najwięksi fani serii Harry Potter będą z łzami w oczach poznawać kolejne wątki i czerpać garściami z tego świata.
  97. Boostio
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Absolutely lovely game, It could not have been any better in my eyes especially seeing this is a early-access I am currently playing
  98. MishaMad
    Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Just brilliant game, brilliant joanne rowling, fantastic universe , buy this game everywhere !!!
  99. BrawndoQC
    Feb 9, 2023
    10
    This the best game I've played in years. I've about 15 hours in, I can't put it down. I'm so glad it's great with all the hype it had I didn't want it to fail. A few nitpicks, like add remapping of target lock switch, option to pause cutscreens, the castle map is a bit confusing but apart from that so good so far.
  100. Azeriel
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    The ultimate Potterverse open-world RPG experience, this game just gets everything right. Great writing, extremely amazing combat, fun side activities, living breathing world and a lot of things to do to occupy your time.

    Not only that, the PC version was absolutely created with love. 0 issues, a full array of PC specific settings, and a fantastic integration of mouse and KB with    The ultimate Potterverse open-world RPG experience, this game just gets everything right. Great writing, extremely amazing combat, fun side activities, living breathing world and a lot of things to do to occupy your time.

    Not only that, the PC version was absolutely created with love. 0 issues, a full array of PC specific settings, and a fantastic integration of mouse and KB with keybindings. This game just checks all the right boxes and one if not THE best and smoothest PC launch I've had in years.

    I haven't been this immersed in a game since The Witcher 3 and I haven't seen a AAA game this smooth either. Don't sleep on this.    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 22 Critic Reviews

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  1. Game World Navigator Magazine
    May 4, 2023
    85
    Beautiful, cozy and incredibly detailed, Hogwarts Legacy suffers from overabundance of side activities that offer no story, substance or good gameplay. [page 42]
  2. GameSpace
    Apr 4, 2023
    80
    The success of Hogwarts Legacy clearly shows that good sales and warm feedback from players are ensured not so much by the gameplay thought out to the smallest detail but by carefully reproducing the right atmosphere. But this is already a subtle moment, akin to real magic, and here the nameless developers of Avalanche Software succeeded.
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  3. Ragequit.gr
    Feb 24, 2023
    81
    Hogwarts Legacy is an altogether excellent port of Wizarding World to PC screens. It proudly belongs to the Young Adult fiction genre, which may make immersion difficult for older gamers.
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