Warner Bros. Games revealed that Hogwarts Legacy is now available. Technically, it's the digital deluxe edition offered for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
The digital deluxe edition comes with 72 hours of early access to the game. It also includes the Dark Arts Pack which contains:
- Access to an exclusive wardrobe through the Dark Arts Cosmetic Set.
- A flying Thestral Mount players can ride.
- Access to the Dark Arts Battle Arena where players can test how good they are at the Dark Arts versus waves of challenging enemies.
The Hogwarts Legacy Digital Deluxe Edition is available for $79.99.
Welcome to Hogwarts
In Hogwarts Legacy, players get to join Hogwarts as a new fifth-year student. At the start of their adventure, players can customize the appearance of their characters. It is followed by joining one of the four Hogwarts houses - Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw or Slytherin. Once in Hogwarts, players attend classes like Charms, Defence Against the Dark Arts, Herbology, and Potions. They also meet up with their housemates in their respective common rooms.
Grow as a Witch or Wizard
Aside from classes and spells, there are also a deep set of upgrades, talents, and skills that players can access to help them progress as either a witch or wizard. To do this, they need to complete challenges for the chance to earn experience and level up abilities. Players can also explore Hogwarts Castle where they can discover dungeons, learn about secret passageways, and take on challenging puzzles.
Explore the Outside
As an open-world game, players can explore beyond Hogwarts Castle, letting travel to the surrounding overland and new locations. Fans of the Harry Potter franchise are sure to love seeing locations like the Forbidden Forest and Hogsmeade.
Other Editions
In addition to the digital deluxe edition, there's also a physical deluxe edition slated for release on February 10 for PC and next-gen consoles. The digital and physical standard editions are also launching on the same date. Meanwhile, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions will release on April 4, with the Nintendo Switch version launching July 25.
Are you ready to enter the Wizarding World?