Hogwarts Legacy

 PlayStation 5
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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 3361 Ratings

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  1. Mogmog000
    Feb 11, 2023
    0
    Attacks are monotonous and unexhilarating.
    The map is large and the broomstick is not fast enough.
    The characters are not attractive.
  2. Deco666
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    Gra jest świetna.
    Bawię się naprawdę dobrze. Historia ciekawi, wciąga. Chce się zostać jeszcze chwilę żeby dowiedzieć się co się wydarzy dalej. I tu pojawia się inny problem: mnogość możliwości eksploracji świata. Tu widzisz jakiś tajemniczy znacznik na mapie, zaraz widzisz następny i zanim się obejrzysz jesteś 3x dalej od celu misji
  3. Vanaran
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    I'm not a particular fan of Harry Potter... Still, the game is so captivating and immersive. A fantastic journey. Neat job avalanche..
  4. Kojirohyuga40
    Feb 9, 2023
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Like an Ubisoft game, boring world, graphic issues, performance issues, old gen looking game but has a nice art design. .… Expand
  5. aris4me
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    It is absolutely a masterpiece! My personal GOTY with amazing graphics and storytelling
  6. Rains067
    Feb 11, 2023
    0
    The ending made the whole game worthless for me. Have no idea what they were thinking
  7. Harrington3812
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    Awesome graphics, story draws you in from the first five minutes. Felt like Harry Potter met Indiana Jones and then drops you right into the heart of the game, Hogwarts itself. Still only scratching the surface, but I'm enjoying the adventure.
  8. fishforbrains
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    I support EVERYTHING about JK Rowling, and purchased 3 copies for myself and friends. We're loving the game! Everything i wanted from her world is here.
  9. SakuraTokito
    Feb 11, 2023
    0
    Old graphics, old game design, extremely buggy. A once beloved IP can’t save this junk
  10. XGameCenter
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    just wow just wow just wow just wow just wow just wow just wow just wow just wow just wow just wow just wow
  11. Henvak
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    Juego que se merece mucho mas nota por parte de la prensa. Es una obra de arte, para los verdaderos fanáticos de la saga Harry Potter es el juego que estábamos esperando. el combate es la hostia, la historia (todavia a medias) esta bastante decente y con toques adultos. El mundo abierto del juego volando con la escoba se siente genial. Hogwarts esta recreada de 10. La única pega seria queJuego que se merece mucho mas nota por parte de la prensa. Es una obra de arte, para los verdaderos fanáticos de la saga Harry Potter es el juego que estábamos esperando. el combate es la hostia, la historia (todavia a medias) esta bastante decente y con toques adultos. El mundo abierto del juego volando con la escoba se siente genial. Hogwarts esta recreada de 10. La única pega seria que para conseguir algunos hechizos las tareas que te dan son un poco meh. Me hubiera gustado mas profundidad en ese sentido. Pero no quita que el juego esta siendo el Goty para mi a día de hoy. por cierto la banda sonora buenísima. Ya os digo que 85 de nota de prensa se me hace corta para lo que realmente es. recomendado 100%… Expand
  12. Totogro
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    Jeu comme on en voit rarement, un réel plaisir de se perdre dans ce fabuleux univers de JK Rowling
  13. Kaltos34
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of thé best recetly game. You have to play it. Its magical , you are a wizard.… Expand
  14. Relentless191
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    This is honestly one of the best games I’ve played in years, people will say it has its issues however, with the price of games theses days it’s so refreshing to get such a massive and magical experience for your money.

    The game does so well to cater to all sorts of gamers as old and new alike will come together to play Hogwarts just to the IP. The hand holding at the start to slowly    This is honestly one of the best games I’ve played in years, people will say it has its issues however, with the price of games theses days it’s so refreshing to get such a massive and magical experience for your money.

    The game does so well to cater to all sorts of gamers as old and new alike will come together to play Hogwarts just to the IP.

    The hand holding at the start to slowly break you into the games core mechanics was perfect and not mundane even for a gaming veteran.

    There is SO much todo in this game and the world is so beautiful and magical and you will get lost on all the small tiny details.

    Another thing which I believe is not touched on enough in this game is your “field guide” challenge tracker basically and heart of your menus. It’s actually amazing and works perfect with all details being considered and is 1000% the best challenge tracker/field guide in any game ever.

    Every single challenge or quest rewards with something unique. 10/10 Absolute MUST play if you love potter or not    … Expand
  15. Tk12
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Best game ever thanks avalanche i will Say this in russian in arabica in France Meilleur jeux merci avalanche
    Super igra spaciba avalanche لعبة اسطورية شكرا افالونش
  16. WillowV
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Absolutely Amazing Game! Thank You to EVERYONE that had a hand in making it!

    The Detail is Perfect, The Story is Amazing! Gameplay could have a small adjustment here and there in terms of mechanics (flying) , but still incredible to the point of barely noticing. The animals/magical beast are on point! Beautiful and extremely well designed. The sound effects and voice acting is    Absolutely Amazing Game! Thank You to EVERYONE that had a hand in making it!

    The Detail is Perfect, The Story is Amazing!

    Gameplay could have a small adjustment here and there in terms of mechanics (flying) , but still incredible to the point of barely noticing.

    The animals/magical beast are on point! Beautiful and extremely well designed.

    The sound effects and voice acting is incredible and immersive to the point it feels like I'm truly there in game.

    Hogwarts Castle is so well done it feels like it was pulled from my imagination.

    The Forbidden forest is so incredible and alluring that it actually provides an ominous feeling.

    The map is so ALIVE and vibrant, it's just stunning.

    (Apparently there are people saying they have had performance/FPS issues?)

    I have had no issue(s) in that capacity game play wise or other etc, it has been a smooth and fun ride.

    The Game itself truly truly felt like coming home.

    VERY VERY VERY GOOD GAME!

    Fully and Completely Recommend playing it!    … Expand
  17. Fitz40k
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    10 hours in and I still can't believe how much love and attention has been poured into this game. I don't think I've enjoyed being in a setting so detailed since The Witcher 3!
  18. OneManArmyASON
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    S/o jk rowling I haven’t even played the game yet but idgaf im willing to buy a ps5 just to play it. TRUMP 2024
  19. majindat
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Can’t put it down, you can tell the game was made with so much passion and love. Genuinely really fun to play! So much to unlock, find and explore and the combat is surprisingly really fun too!
  20. SmolderingViper
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Did the impossible by managing to create such an original and inviting game that it actually lives up to such an enormous hype.
  21. Baba_Dag
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Play the game with graphics at Fidelity with Raytracing, that’s my advice. Because there are so many unique locations that just look amazing with Raytracing on.
  22. Tjale
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great graphic and story telling. Very immersive world i enjoyed very much. I highly recommend this game to all from 7 to 77.… Expand
  23. jaredwallace91
    Feb 10, 2023
    9
    Great story, mechanics, and world. I hope those that seek to combat the toxic attitudes of JK Rowling consider joining trans rights orgs and donate to the Trevor project
  24. Rbkoukis14
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    this game is truly amazing goty with out a doubt!! Best harry potter game to date!
  25. Anar-9999
    Feb 10, 2023
    8
    The game is great, it's a pity that the graphics are not very good if it was 4K 60fps + retracing it would be 10 points out of 10, it's a pity there are minor bugs and for this 8 points ladies
  26. Lanclance93
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    I've been waiting for an immersive Hogwarts experience like this for years and it delivers and stays true to the books and is an amazing wizarding universe.
  27. Sorredlog
    Feb 10, 2023
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Hogwarts has nothing new to offer. The graphics and magic are the only regent point of this badly exploited work. Trivial dialogues, trivial missions, enemies all the same and never interesting to face. Each dungeon contains a massive chest that only holds a pair of glasses or a scarf, pretty ridiculous. In the dialogues they talk too much and unnecessarily, forcing you to follow a path of a good person, taking away the player's possibility of creating a bad character. The idea is excellent but as always it is developed to please as many fans as possible, leaving out a good script and good characters.… Expand
  28. Felarrond
    Feb 10, 2023
    9
    Am absolutely loving the Wizarding World. Tons of stuff to do, combat is fun if not a bit challenging (which was a pleasant surprise.). The only down sides I see are a lack of mob variety and some repetitive game mechanics. Definitely a recommend.
  29. Ghoulfriend
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    I'm surprised to say this was everything I wanted and more. I was tempering my expectations but from the moment I saw the first cut scene I was hooked. This is the Harry Potter experience I've always wanted.
  30. Fliff
    Feb 10, 2023
    0
    Even ignoring the controversy this game is as mediocre as an open world can be
  31. Fuchito493
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    This game is an achievement I thought would be impossible. It hit every single note of what it is to be in Hogwarts. So many RPG elements, spell combinations, and exploration at its best! I get lost in the castle and its surroundings more than I should. I have spent over 10 hours in the game and haven’t even finished all tutorials. This is a captivating experience that I have neverThis game is an achievement I thought would be impossible. It hit every single note of what it is to be in Hogwarts. So many RPG elements, spell combinations, and exploration at its best! I get lost in the castle and its surroundings more than I should. I have spent over 10 hours in the game and haven’t even finished all tutorials. This is a captivating experience that I have never experienced before.… Expand
  32. staywick
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Absolutely Splendid work by the devs and the story team involved. Might just be the game of the year. Captures Hogwarts atmosphere perfectly.

    To all the woke haters of the game, find something better to do with your lives. You should feel lucky to experience this work in your lifetime where these days most game devs chase easy money and have lost their soul. This game is a piece of    Absolutely Splendid work by the devs and the story team involved. Might just be the game of the year. Captures Hogwarts atmosphere perfectly.

    To all the woke haters of the game, find something better to do with your lives. You should feel lucky to experience this work in your lifetime where these days most game devs chase easy money and have lost their soul. This game is a piece of light in the darkness.    … Expand
  33. Abolfazl200583
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    بازی که هرچی ازش بگم وپر از جزئیات خارق‌العاده است
  34. BeastOfPleasure
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
  35. Hound1900
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Loving the game. Great graphics, excellent combat, and a good storyline. It's been a long time since a game this good has came along
  36. SchneakyPeeky
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    In the lines of Kotor or The Witcher 3, we have an immersive RPG experience in the form of Hogwarts Legacy. You create your own original character and join a house of your choosing. Very fun experience for both Harry Potter fans or those new to the Wizarding World
  37. g7755725
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    This game is awesome to the fake reviews just trying to cancel this game, you lost give up!
  38. Shehryar23
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Omg…such a absolute beautiful and wonderful game so far! Music, gameplay…EVERYTHING is amazing!
  39. WallCrouton
    Feb 10, 2023
    0
    Weak game from a weak franchise. Games from 10+ years ago did magic better.
  40. Joeynone
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    The Wizarding World game everyone dreamed of is here. I’m about 20 hours in and I am completely enamored with the characters and story. The gameplay is smooth, the world is beautiful and the combat is flawless. I love coming to battle armed with any combination of 16 spells and a wheel of potions and vicious plants to use. The combinations are endless to keep the combat fresh.

    I really    The Wizarding World game everyone dreamed of is here. I’m about 20 hours in and I am completely enamored with the characters and story. The gameplay is smooth, the world is beautiful and the combat is flawless. I love coming to battle armed with any combination of 16 spells and a wheel of potions and vicious plants to use. The combinations are endless to keep the combat fresh.

    I really love the puzzling aspect which is par for the WW universe and keeps the wonder alive. For those who want to negative review bomb this and say how it spreads hate, please see the Three Broomsticks, which is run by a Trans Bartender. JK Rowling has no involvement in the game but the staff and devs that created this masterclass in open world rpg storytelling did a fantastic job. The game has a lot of depth, heartwarming moments, a lot of spiders and all the magic the WW universe fans deserved.    … Expand
  41. VieRus8u
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    By far the best open world Harry Potter world type game I have played. The magic, the characters, Hogwarts itself is exactly what I expected and I love it. Anyone who plays it won’t be disappointed, I highly recommend this game.
  42. Jerkphone
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Stunningly beautiful game, excellent game play mechanics, fun, engaging, runs smoothly on Xbox series c
  43. Leo1754x
    Feb 10, 2023
    9
    Esse jogo é um sonho realizado... Ambientação e trilha sonora incriveis, uso das magias aplicadas de forma perfeita, só faltou ter quadribol e dementadores para ser perfeito
  44. EpicFumble1989
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    A absolute dream come true for any Wizarding World fan. Story, gameplay and graphics are all fantastic. Congratulations to all at Avalanche for making a Harry Potter game we'll continue to enjoy for years to come.
  45. Maajed
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Best action adventure open world i have been played since red dead redemption 2018 !!!
  46. Keyg6
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Si te gustan los juegos de aventura-rpg hazte el favor y crómpatelo, independientemente si te gusta ( hayas visto o no ) Harry potter.Esta maravilla vale cada maldito céntimo de lo que cuesta.
  47. Daleford
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Words can’t describe how GOOD this Game is , you Just Have To Play it for yourself. My Game Of The Year Already!!!!
  48. Midyin
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Fantastic game! I preordered it on the PS5 and it runs beautifully. This is the game Wizarding World fans have been waiting like 20 years for.
  49. Fookieeeee
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    this game is so sick thank you Avalanche
  50. Mybubis
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Es un juego hermoso, en donde puedes interactuar con un montón de objetos, tiene unos gráficos excepcionales y el sistema de combate es simple pero divertido, tiene unos problemas pero nada que no se pueda arreglar
  51. Tedakin
    Feb 10, 2023
    9
    I only saw the first movie 20 years ago. I'm not a Harry Potter fan, but I have nothing against it. I bought this game due to the FOMO and yeah it's pretty amazing so far. Everything about it so far is well done and it actually makes me want to watch the movies finally. I'd love to see a Star Wars Jedi/Sith game in this style. Hopefully this game's success inspires that.
  52. LelaShaw
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    The world in Hogwarts Legacy is so fun to explore. The casle specifically is really special to explore. There is so much eye for detail. There are many puzzles and hidden things to find. This game is the best exploration game I have played. The story is excithing it gives you a true Harry Potter vibe. The music is so good. Combat is fun with all the different spell combinations you learn.The world in Hogwarts Legacy is so fun to explore. The casle specifically is really special to explore. There is so much eye for detail. There are many puzzles and hidden things to find. This game is the best exploration game I have played. The story is excithing it gives you a true Harry Potter vibe. The music is so good. Combat is fun with all the different spell combinations you learn. Overall a amazing game to play.… Expand
  53. MidSkyy
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    WOW! What a game. I didn’t expect this to be this good, I mean yeah I knew it would be great but damn this game has surprised me. 10/10.
  54. thrackerzod
    Feb 10, 2023
    0
    To say that Hogwarts Legacy is a mark of the legacy of the series you would be right. A world muddled with controversy as it's more focused on spreading a hateful agenda than telling an actual story.
  55. Sosickoftrannys
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Game is honestly incredible, open world is massive and it really puts you where you wanted to be as a kid in HOGWARTS, trans “activists” boycotted and tried to destroy this game for no reason when there’s in fact is a trans character in the game. I mean we’ve strayed so far from what’s right and wrong.
  56. Fxob
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Love this game. Open world concept, magic spells, combat experience is just the right amount of mechanics. Not too much complex mechanics, but not basic dry mechanics. Amazing storyline so far, all the open dialogue. Amazing gameplay, graphics, so much to appreciate. The sound, music, details. Interactions with so many different things. 100% - 1% (can’t change Field of View on PS5/cameraLove this game. Open world concept, magic spells, combat experience is just the right amount of mechanics. Not too much complex mechanics, but not basic dry mechanics. Amazing storyline so far, all the open dialogue. Amazing gameplay, graphics, so much to appreciate. The sound, music, details. Interactions with so many different things. 100% - 1% (can’t change Field of View on PS5/camera positioning)… Expand
  57. PuddleOfSquirt
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Game is fantastic, especially if your a fan of harry potter. Game has alot to offer and does the open world action rpg very well. Alot of the negative reviews are either from people who hate harry potter, or they are members of the lettuce gorganzola bacon tomato+. Combat is exactly how it should be for a wizarding world game and is implemented great. World exploration is also A+ the mapGame is fantastic, especially if your a fan of harry potter. Game has alot to offer and does the open world action rpg very well. Alot of the negative reviews are either from people who hate harry potter, or they are members of the lettuce gorganzola bacon tomato+. Combat is exactly how it should be for a wizarding world game and is implemented great. World exploration is also A+ the map is large but not so large that youre just running around empty spaces for hours on end, the map is very dense with things to do. Graphics are also good, not GOW, or LOU level but i think the game looks great, espeically with all the magical effects. There is also just alot to do in the game and it all feels natural. Whether you want to customize your own space, play a psudo pokemon collector, partake in races, classes, or challenges from class mates, to flying around on your broom or mount, solving puzzles for hidden treasure, or honing your combat skills clearing bandit/enemy camps. Theres something here for everyone,… Expand
  58. Duhui
    Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Best game for harry poter fans. 해리포터 팬들을 위한 최고의 게임입니다. 괜찮은 그래픽에 최적화도 깔끔하며 여태 나온 해리포터 게임 중 당연 최고입니다.
  59. abofahd1994
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    A Masterpiece the amount of details in every frame is phenomenal its a faithfully recreated version of the world in harry potter can't wait for even more sequels from Avalanche.
  60. Yamidox
    Feb 10, 2023
    8
    Such an immersive experience, I have read and watched the various HP series, but I wouldn't say I'm a potterhead. I will say though this is a very immersive way of experiencing the HP world. The developers have managed to make the experience feel similar yet different enough to make it interesting. It feels like they have expanded the world in a very creative way. I appreciate the backlashSuch an immersive experience, I have read and watched the various HP series, but I wouldn't say I'm a potterhead. I will say though this is a very immersive way of experiencing the HP world. The developers have managed to make the experience feel similar yet different enough to make it interesting. It feels like they have expanded the world in a very creative way. I appreciate the backlash that JK and her comments have caused, but I don't believe the developers and fans should be denied such a wonderfully qwerky experience. Just play the game for what it is, but that's my opinion and I would never take away from someone else's.

    The characters are voiced competently and feel well rounded enough to pass. The performances can feel a little phoned in at times, although some examples shine through. There are moments when it feels like a game, as in collect this, go there, do this, come back. But that is to be expected. Overall it's fun and I have very much enjoyed it.

    TLDR; the game is fun and immersive. Can feel gamey at times, but doesn't dampen the experience as the gamey stuff isn't essential. The best way to experience the world of wizarding world.    … Expand
  61. In2itive1
    Feb 10, 2023
    9
    Hogwarts Legacy exceeded most of my expectations during the Early Access. The graphics and attention to detail are stunning and the Hogwarts castle, grounds, and surroundings are beautifully crafted with endless interactions, quests, activities, puzzles, etc. However, I must admit that the game is poorly optimized; with a 3080 RTX and 32GB of RAM, I'm barely able to run the game on HighHogwarts Legacy exceeded most of my expectations during the Early Access. The graphics and attention to detail are stunning and the Hogwarts castle, grounds, and surroundings are beautifully crafted with endless interactions, quests, activities, puzzles, etc. However, I must admit that the game is poorly optimized; with a 3080 RTX and 32GB of RAM, I'm barely able to run the game on High without the lingering FPS drops which can get pretty frustrating, but hopefully that is a point of focus for the development team to address in the near future. On the other hand, the character customization is fairly extensive allowing the User to create a character unique to them; the clothing/aesthetic options are pretty vast as well. Being a long time Harry Potter fan, I enjoyed the story for the most part and the spell casting and gameplay mechanics are smooth outside of the FPS drops, if not somewhat repetitive. The open world is massive and well populated with constant discoveries to be made. Crossing my fingers that they're able to integrate quidditch as they continue to improve the broom flying mechanics and make the game more optimized. Overall, it's a great game as it is with loads of potential if the current gameplay issues are effectively tended to.… Expand
  62. Tokster
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    If you ever dreamed of attending Hogwarts you owe it to yourself to play this game. The world is beautifully realised and rich with details and puzzles, the characters and story are interesting, the voice acting is top notch, the music is amazing, and of course most of all it's just a lot of fun! As a Harry Potter and RPG fan I'm very pleased with what Avalanche has done with this game.
  63. Marcore89
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    A brilliant game set in a brilliant world filled with many things to do and a robust well thought out combat system. Masterful game crafting.
  64. marie_csd
    Feb 10, 2023
    3
    Não vale o preço. Gráficos muito ultrapassados e varias falhas técnicas. No ps5, em nenhum dos modos roda minimamente bem. Falta a atenção aos detalhes tbm, as aulas poderiam ser melhores, mais interativas. O espaço no inventário é muito pequeno. A história principal é intrigante pelo menos.
  65. Kaw117
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    This game is a Harry Potter fans Dream! it has so much love and Passion poured into it, the Animations and Graphics and the world is beautiful, the Voice acting is spot on, the character creator is great and Customization awesome, The Open world is Huge and Doesn't feel like the typical Ubisoft **** and The Gameplay is Fantastic. Really only thing that bogs this game down a tad is someThis game is a Harry Potter fans Dream! it has so much love and Passion poured into it, the Animations and Graphics and the world is beautiful, the Voice acting is spot on, the character creator is great and Customization awesome, The Open world is Huge and Doesn't feel like the typical Ubisoft **** and The Gameplay is Fantastic. Really only thing that bogs this game down a tad is some technical issues and Need bit more enemy diversity and few more spells.
    First 10/10 of 2023 in my eyes!    … Expand
  66. Demonhinatu
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    There’s a lot of love that went into making this game. If you’re a fan of the source material then you’ll find yourself right at home. It feels amazing to explore the castle and grounds around Hogwarts, even Hogsmead village offers a plethora of delights to discover.
    The story is both intriguing and engaging although beware any posts online because trolls will try spoiling it for you. Even    There’s a lot of love that went into making this game. If you’re a fan of the source material then you’ll find yourself right at home. It feels amazing to explore the castle and grounds around Hogwarts, even Hogsmead village offers a plethora of delights to discover.
    The story is both intriguing and engaging although beware any posts online because trolls will try spoiling it for you. Even then however, the magic of Hogwarts shines through.    … Expand
  67. IC11
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing. Fantastic. Inclusive. Immersive. And just about everything a Harry Potter series fan could want! And all the ‘haters’ out there that won’t even give it a chance because of their own predispositions and presumptions are missing out on of the best games ever! Especially since they’ll have to eat their socks after everyone actually plays it… got it early access and I can’t get off of it.… Expand
  68. Clown_Baby
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    I wouldn’t have even been aware of this game had it not been for all the calls to boycott it. I’m
    not a Harry Potter fan, I couldn’t care less, but the more controversial it got the more I paid attention and i’m absolutely loving it. Just finished an Elden Ring run through,
    and now onto this. I bought several copies to supplement the loss in sales the boycott may have wrought.
  69. skmoyer
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    This game is fantastic!! If you want to play a fun open world game, then this is it. Enjoy!!
  70. ViniLaRocque
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    amazing game, very true to the wizarding world. 10/10...............................................................
  71. IronWolfFang
    Feb 10, 2023
    8
    Brilliant story, characters and world. This game supports the transgender community by adding one of the first trans characters to appear I'm video games and all gender settings are removed from character creation for Inclusivity.
  72. bojzi
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    It's unbelievable that developers still manage to create games which remind you why you fell in love with the hobby in the first place. Thank you!
  73. Daybrakgo
    Feb 10, 2023
    0
    I felt the developers played it very safe with a million dollar budget could have done so much more. Combat is okay but repetitive, npc all copy and paste same with the enemies. Still has an element of loading screens. For a game that all about diversity I can’t even pick a pale skin tone. I have experienced a crash and lost all my progress. I get terrible motion sickness as the camera isI felt the developers played it very safe with a million dollar budget could have done so much more. Combat is okay but repetitive, npc all copy and paste same with the enemies. Still has an element of loading screens. For a game that all about diversity I can’t even pick a pale skin tone. I have experienced a crash and lost all my progress. I get terrible motion sickness as the camera is so close to the player even with motion blur and field depth adjusted.… Expand
  74. disy94
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    So epic finally a good wizard game. So detailed in every aspetct. Love this game
  75. SwiftoUno
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    The game is beyond beautiful and very easy to get lost in, I can spend hours walking around Hogwarts and be utterly amazed by the amount of love and detail they put into this game. Harry Potter fans like myself will love this game, and if you haven't watched or read the books give this game a shot, you won't regret it.
  76. italoipo
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    yes..just yes.
    great game packed with love for the Source Material. For their first real Openworld game..this is just perfect... Packed with stuff to do..like a Ubisoft game..but actually fun to play. Just ignore the woke braindead Mob and enjoy this love letter to Hogwarts.
  77. iohannfus
    Feb 10, 2023
    8
    Well done game, you can spend hours and hours in this beatiful, well crafted world, even if you're not HP like me.

    As cons, had very casual difficulty, very el RPGish elements because the gameplay prioritizes exploration (not sure if it is a bad thing, but surely not for my taste).
  78. JacktheHammock
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Best game I've played for a while, getting completely lost in it, fantastic!
  79. Buckaudi5555
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Best game I've ever played. Best graphics and gameplay. They even made the game modern for the hatters but I dought they'll even give it credit for their effort
  80. Dernn
    Feb 10, 2023
    9
    Great game and the fact that it makes troons seethe is just the cherry on top.
  81. redrumpanda
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    This game is absolutely amazing! Even if you’re not a Harry Potter fan this is a great game. Game of the year contender for sure! I’m giving it a 10/10 but it does have room for improvement and I hope they continue this series with future titles. The combat is challenging and feels so smooth, and most of the puzzles are fun trying to solve. The environment is so immersive and theThis game is absolutely amazing! Even if you’re not a Harry Potter fan this is a great game. Game of the year contender for sure! I’m giving it a 10/10 but it does have room for improvement and I hope they continue this series with future titles. The combat is challenging and feels so smooth, and most of the puzzles are fun trying to solve. The environment is so immersive and the artwork/design is absolutely brilliant. The story so far is great and fits right into the wizarding world with out making too many drastic changes. I do wish there was a morality meter though to kind of tell if you’re a good or dark wizard from the actions and spells you choose to wield. I wish the house common rooms had more uses as well. Also being out of bed past bedtime doesn’t really have any effect like it normally would in the HP stories. But no game has made me crave to rush home from work every day just to jump right back into it. I love this game!… Expand
  82. EldwinArtarian
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Absolutely a master piece, I’ve bought this game after knowing the controversy and I have to say I’d disagree on the whole thing, they hit this off to the park. My friend that is transgender does not like what the other side is doing to the whole “controversy” she is hoping this will pass and not have influence for the opposite side of thinking trans people will have worse rep out of this.
  83. Big_Worm
    Feb 10, 2023
    9
    I have never been much of a Harry Potter fan. I think it was a little bit past my time. But this game intrigued me because I like open world RPGs. I have only been in for a few days but they really nailed it here. The story is good. The fighting mechanics are very well done. The map is dense and feels very alive. You can easily get lost in the vastness of the school or out in the world.I have never been much of a Harry Potter fan. I think it was a little bit past my time. But this game intrigued me because I like open world RPGs. I have only been in for a few days but they really nailed it here. The story is good. The fighting mechanics are very well done. The map is dense and feels very alive. You can easily get lost in the vastness of the school or out in the world. And I am so glad it's not a live service game. I am so glad to see the amount of people avoiding the ridiculous boycott because the time and energy they development team spend on this game clearly shows.… Expand
  84. Sundancekid20
    Feb 10, 2023
    8
    Fun game for fans of the HP universe and open world game fans. Not without its faults but a different experience in an open world game. Its not anything revolutionary or game changing but it's fun to play. Combat can actually be surprisingly challenging at times. Spell changing can be a bit of an annoyance but nothing gamebreaking. The story is decent but don't expect it to be like readingFun game for fans of the HP universe and open world game fans. Not without its faults but a different experience in an open world game. Its not anything revolutionary or game changing but it's fun to play. Combat can actually be surprisingly challenging at times. Spell changing can be a bit of an annoyance but nothing gamebreaking. The story is decent but don't expect it to be like reading the HP books. Graphics are good enough and technical issues are minimal (in my opinion). Some task and quests can feel repetitive at times but it didn't get boring for me. It's fun to just explore the castle and surrounding areas, don't pay attention to the minimap at first, in fact you can turn it off. Overall I think this is a solid game that any HP and video game fan will like. The point of video games is to be fun, and that's what this is.… Expand
  85. Gazman71
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    10 hours in and love it , so much to do , looks amazing , plays amazing the wizard ingredients world bought to life so worth the long wait
  86. Smartinez52
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Everything a Harry Potter fan could of wanted! You could tell the people behind this really put effort and love into it and did it for the fans.
  87. jcarlo83
    Feb 10, 2023
    9
    I normally don't do online reviews, just leaving this to counter one review bomber who has a pathetic agenda.

    Game is good if enough if you're not a Harry Potter fan. If you are, then this is everything we've been waiting for.
  88. LucvdM
    Feb 10, 2023
    9
    Yer a wizard, Harry! This game is quite honestly the biggest surprise of the year so far. Cyberpunk 2077 has taught me that when a game seems too good to be true, it probably is. So imagine my surprise when I was 8 hours into Hogwarts Legacy and realized the game was exactly what I hoped for, and more. This game truly does live up to the hype!
    I would have given it a 10/10 but sadly I had    Yer a wizard, Harry! This game is quite honestly the biggest surprise of the year so far. Cyberpunk 2077 has taught me that when a game seems too good to be true, it probably is. So imagine my surprise when I was 8 hours into Hogwarts Legacy and realized the game was exactly what I hoped for, and more. This game truly does live up to the hype!
    I would have given it a 10/10 but sadly I had to deduct a point for the fact that even after the day 1 patch, the performance of the game isn't exactly great. I'm playing the game on an RTX 4080 with a Ryzen 7 5800X and 32GB of RAM, on a 4k monitor, and even with DLSS set to Balanced and DLSS frame generation turned on I would get unacceptably low framerates when traveling through the castle, which seemed to get worse over time. Restarting the game helped minimize this, which makes me believe the game must be suffering a memory leak. I hope this will get patched soon so I can give this game a 10/10!    … Expand
  89. Oleh_Yasha
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    I love this game. One of the greatest RPG, that is precise. It will be enjoyable not only for HP fans. I would strongly suggest to buy on release! Waiting for quidditch dlc!!!)))
  90. thewisteron
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Incredible game! This is not just for Harry Potter fans. It's is a great game, period. Hogwarts, Hogsmeade, and the open world are gorgeous and fun to explore!
  91. Vatstec
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    A dream for anyone who ever wanted to live in the wizarding world, or those who are experiencing it for the first time.
  92. Hartz2142
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Was not expecting this game to live up to the hype, however after over 30 hours in game, it just keeps delivering ! There are multiple varieties to the story also so replayability seems great (not started a second story yet). My only criticism being that the inventory management system being a bit tedious.
  93. Clalo
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Il gioco atteso per anni dai fan della saga di Harry Potter e non solo, ogni ambiente di Hogwarts e dintorni é riprodotto con la massima cura.… Expand
  94. chrisothen
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Love it so far! I'm only a couple of hours in, but its still so much fun. So far the story is interesting and it looks just great. I don't know what some people are complaining about;)
  95. Raeven1301
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    I rarely review on Metacritic but had to come and support this amazing game. I was excited for the game as I love the books and movies, but my word I had no idea! I expected that it would be good, but I had no idea it would be this good. It looks beautiful and captures the world so incredibly well. The pacing is excellent, the storytelling is great and the moment to moment gameplay isI rarely review on Metacritic but had to come and support this amazing game. I was excited for the game as I love the books and movies, but my word I had no idea! I expected that it would be good, but I had no idea it would be this good. It looks beautiful and captures the world so incredibly well. The pacing is excellent, the storytelling is great and the moment to moment gameplay is exactly what I want in an RPG.… Expand
  96. AllEliteGaming8
    Feb 10, 2023
    9
    By far one of the best games I’ve played in a long time. I have about 25 hours in Hogwarts Legacy so far and I’m only scratching the surface. The open world is pretty large and absolutely beautiful. If you are a fan of the movies you will most likely enjoy the game. A lot of the settings look just like out of the movies. The combat though not the flashiest feels extremely fluid andBy far one of the best games I’ve played in a long time. I have about 25 hours in Hogwarts Legacy so far and I’m only scratching the surface. The open world is pretty large and absolutely beautiful. If you are a fan of the movies you will most likely enjoy the game. A lot of the settings look just like out of the movies. The combat though not the flashiest feels extremely fluid and satisfying. Side quests are actually fun and meaningful and don’t just feel like a worthless chore that you are just doing to level up. Exploration is extremely fun and you are always coming across something new to explore and investigate. I know it’s early but I can absolutely see this being a GOTY contender. Highly recommend playing it.… Expand
  97. trialexotic
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Best game I've ever played. The open world is amazing and captures the magic of the harry potter world.
  98. catfromthecombs
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    More depth than I expected, looks fantastic, and runs great. HL is the Harry Potter game I've dreamed of playing.
  99. d902636
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    The video game I always wanted. The exploration is phenomenal, combat is very fun, the graphics are amazing... Hogwarts Legacy is simply outstanding.
  100. Thatlama
    Feb 10, 2023
    0
    Felt icky the whole time. Who on earth let this anti-Semitic dog whistle be released?
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 96 Critic Reviews

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  1. Movies Games and Tech
    Jul 31, 2024
    85
    Hogwarts Legacy has a great character design and could have had a great story too but the story is not so strong. the gameplay feels great and exploration is so entertaining. visually its great and Hogwarts castle is so detailed.
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  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 24, 2024
    80
    Hogwarts Legacy is definitely a beautiful-looking game that doesn't have a groundbreaking story, but does have a beautiful world, a fun combat system, broomstick flying, and of course an incredible amount of side quests and missions. [Issue#325]
  3. Pocket-lint
    Jun 23, 2023
    90
    It's been a decade since we've had a full Potterverse game, but the wait has been well worth it. Hogwarts Legacy gets just about everything right, with its involving storyline and myriad of main and side quests. Perhaps its finest feature though is Hogwarts itself, providing as much joy in just exploring the halls as performing set tasks. We doubt a single Harry Potter fan will be disappointed. We certainly weren't.
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