Although it saw releases for different platforms arrive over the course of nearly a year,Hogwarts Legacywas first launched in February 2023, making it already almost two years old at the time of this article. The immense popularity of the wizarding world’s ARPG has left fans wanting more for quite some time but has received very few updates. Avalanche Software has made it clear that a sequel to the game is in development, which means that, hopefully, in 2025 there should be more information about what prospective students of Hogwarts can expect to see coming.
Many of the ideas discussed in this article are supposition based on very little information or rumors; Few things have been officially announced at this point.
Hogwarts Legacyreceived many positive reviewswhen it came out in 2023, and its blend of the familiar wizarding world ofHarry Potterfame with detailed gameplay and deep narrative has made it one that continues to hold the attention of many of its players.In summer 2024, a large update brought a considerable amount of new contentto the game, including the Felix Felicis potion recipe, a new mount and broom, photo mode, clothing items, and the Haunted Hogsmeade Shop quest for players who did not already have it. Looking forward, 2025 may also have good news for fans.
Hogwarts Legacy 2 News Could Happen In 2025
Maybe A Short Teaser Trailer At Least
Avalanche Software is said to be currently working on the yet-unnamed sequel toHogwarts Legacy, although that is about all that has been shared of the project at this point. As it is unlikely that the studio is very far along in the process, they are not expected to be showing any full trailers soon. That said, a short teaser trailer could appear within the next several months. Hopefully, that may announce the name of the new game and possibly even a general release window, even if gameplay and story content is vague or missing from the announcement.
Hogwarts Legacy 2 Has A Fantastic Opportunity To Tell The Story Of The Most Underrated - & Exciting - Potter
While Hogwarts Legacy is a primarily self-contained experience, its sequel has the perfect chance to bring book characters to life for the first time.
Hogwarts Legacy 2, whatever its name may be, willseemingly be connected to theHarry PotterHBOseries. If this is the case, thenit is likely that the game will be released in either 2026 or 2027alongside the HBO television show’s release.
However, this connection could present a big leap from what players are used to with the currentHogwarts Legacy. Particularly due to the difference in time periods between the books and the current game. The HBO show is said to have storylines covering the sevenHarry Potterbooks which take place in the 1990s, whereasthe events ofHogwarts Legacyhappen in the late 1800s.
More News Is Expected On The Rumored Hogwarts Legacy Definitive Edition
Rumors And Leaks Suggest Soon
According toInsider Gaming, a Definitive Edition ofHogwarts Legacyis currently in development and willadd 10 to 15 hours worth of contentto the original game. These rumors have yet to be substantiated by developers, but if correct, it will add anew story quest, side quests, activities, and outfitsto the game. Though this has not been confirmed,Insider Gamingdoes have a decent reputation for leaks, and given the success ofHogwarts Legacy, it is certainly possible that developers would want to expand on that.
This Definitive Edition is said to also besold as a separate DLC for players who already ownHogwarts Legacy, and will not be a free update to the game. No price or release window is known, although it is guessed to be around $20 to $30. With the sequel to the game possibly arriving in 2026 or 2027, this would put theHogwarts Legacy Definitive Editionin a good place to release during 2025.
Is Hogwarts Legacy Getting DLC
Most Likely No, But It Is Still Possible
Ever since the early days ofHogwarts Legacy’s original launch, developers have expressed that there would not be any DLC or expansions to the game. However, the large update that the game received in June 2024, and the possibility of new content in the Definitive Edition both speak to the contrary. If the rumors of the Definitive Edition are correct, thatwould be a substantial DLC. It isunlikely that Quidditch will ever make its way into the game, but there are plenty of other avenues that developers could take the story to provide more quests and content.
Other than the possibility of a Definitive Edition, there is a low probability of DLC for the game, particularly while the sequel is under development. Unless there was something added that could bridge the gap in the two games, the Definitive Edition is the best bet players have for new ways to enjoyHogwarts Legacy.
Editor’s Note: Harry Potter creator J.K. Rowling has been accused of transphobia by those in the LGBTQ+ community. Although not directly involved in the development of Hogwarts Legacy, Rowling does stand to earn royalties from the game. We would like to reiterate our support for trans rights and that trans identities are valid. Support services are listed below for trans people impacted by discussions of transphobia.
