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  1. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Amazing game that i have always dreamed of playing growing up, and now it's finally here.
  2. Feb 8, 2023
    9
    Is it perfect? No, is it good? Yes, very good.
    Incredibly fun combat, amazing visuals, compelling story.
    Be in Hogwarts.
    Has some technical issues with sound and perfomance.
    Other than that thank you devs for the game
  3. Feb 9, 2023
    9
    I'm not a big Harry Potter fan. The films are ok, albeit skewed towards children and full of plot holes, but mindless fluff none the less, and I've never played a HP game before.
    Meanwhile, my wife is a huge fan and so I have bouflght her a copy to play on her PS4. Now she's not a big a tiin gamer, and so I got the Deluxe version so I could play on my PS5 and learn the combat and system to
    I'm not a big Harry Potter fan. The films are ok, albeit skewed towards children and full of plot holes, but mindless fluff none the less, and I've never played a HP game before.
    Meanwhile, my wife is a huge fan and so I have bouflght her a copy to play on her PS4. Now she's not a big a tiin gamer, and so I got the Deluxe version so I could play on my PS5 and learn the combat and system to help her in any tricky bits, but much to my surprise, I've fallen hard for this game.
    Combat is excellent, the world feels alive and and vibrant and everything just works really well. I may not be a fan of this Wizarding World, but I am a Big Fan of this game.
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  4. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Beautiful game. Very addicting and easy to get lost in. Ingore the haters and the politics and just enjoy
  5. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    So well made! Music, graphics, story, details 10/10

    i do feel as a child again plaing this game!
  6. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. I've played other Harry Potter games and none of them come close to as good as this one is. It looks especially good on the PS5. If you're on the fence between getting a series X or PS5, I would highly recommend going with the PS5 especially for this game. Not to mention PS made next gen controller while Microsofts lazy selves kept the same controller thatThis game is a masterpiece. I've played other Harry Potter games and none of them come close to as good as this one is. It looks especially good on the PS5. If you're on the fence between getting a series X or PS5, I would highly recommend going with the PS5 especially for this game. Not to mention PS made next gen controller while Microsofts lazy selves kept the same controller that still needs batteries unless you want to spend another $25 plus tax for a battery pack. Expand
  7. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Lovely game, It truly gives you the feeling you're a student in Hogwarts. They nailed the class feelings and combat is really good.

    As many have sed, this is the HP game we all have been waiting for.
  8. Feb 19, 2023
    8
    Pretty much got everything I wanted out of a good Harry Potter game. Overall, the game as a whole is great; the graphics are amazing, the combat, the story, the side quests, the world itself was big and exciting, lots of customizations with your outfits and the room of requirement, etc. I could wander the halls of Hogwarts for hours and find new stuff every time. Some elements of the gamePretty much got everything I wanted out of a good Harry Potter game. Overall, the game as a whole is great; the graphics are amazing, the combat, the story, the side quests, the world itself was big and exciting, lots of customizations with your outfits and the room of requirement, etc. I could wander the halls of Hogwarts for hours and find new stuff every time. Some elements of the game came just short of being perfect. The story was good but could have been great in my opinion if more students were involved in the main story and had more mystery behind it like Harry Potter is mainly known for. Also, I wish there were more choices and options with multiple endings like the Witcher whether you choose to go dark or not. Perhaps even a dating mechanic. More unique boss fights would be nice. No quidditch for whatever reason is a big downer. So, to sum it all up, the game is great, but is just shy of being perfect. Expand
  9. Feb 9, 2023
    9
    Jogo que todo fã de HP sonhou, graficos não são de nova geração mas continua lindo, historia muito bem feita e a gameplay é satisfatória apesar de não ter muita variedade
  10. Feb 8, 2023
    9
    Excellent game! The exploration is super fun, the environments are really pretty, and the combat works well. You really feel like a student running through the Hogwarts countryside. The small negatives would be the camera is too close, and the combat targeting can be off at times
  11. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    This is an amazing game for all HP fans! Hogwarts has been recreated with love, overall the open world feels very detailed and magical. Different game mechanics and activities are just what you always wanted to do reading books/watching films. Music is amazing and helps immerse in Hogwarts, voice acting is very good, too. PS5 graphics (fidelity + ray tracing) are really nice, especiallyThis is an amazing game for all HP fans! Hogwarts has been recreated with love, overall the open world feels very detailed and magical. Different game mechanics and activities are just what you always wanted to do reading books/watching films. Music is amazing and helps immerse in Hogwarts, voice acting is very good, too. PS5 graphics (fidelity + ray tracing) are really nice, especially global lighting and changing of seasons.
    Work with DualSense is really impressive (immersive), casting spells and riding a broom are my favourites, but I have been only 25 hours of pure fun and slow exploring.
    I rated this 9, because obviously there are some problems in release version, but which can be easily fixed by developers: -impossibility to sleep and very weird skip time mechanics (not immersive because of many reasons)
    - the biggest issue for me which does not allow to completely immersive in this Wizarding World - empty dormitories during nighttime, like all the students are suddenly gone (this is really cringe). All rooms which should be habitant are empty including professors. I understand this is pure technical complexity to add this sleep course, but that is a downside for me to fully immerse into this story and gameplay - Outdated dialogue mechanics, lack of dialogue choices. It’s really strange to see characters entering dialogues in same way as in Mass Effect or Skyrim (this can’t be fixed I’m afraid and we’ll have to live with this). Let's be fair - many dialogues are super-simple, side quests are quite boring, BUT it doesn't really matter in this particular game.
    - different glitches with animals / npc, but that’s ok with me really, it happens everywhere, fixable with patches
    - most of the side quests are really weak, it’s a shame :( BUT, it’s fixable with additional content at some point and of course in amazing sequel we await. Lore is amazing itself and I really believe you will come up with brilliant new content, whether it be DLC or sequel.
    - another thing - why can’t you sit on a chair/bench in Hogwarts, just listen to music for example and look around, just watching students and professors do their stuff. You can even create chairs and benches, but you can’t sit on these. - different items you can interact with are cool - but globes are way too many. It's like they are obsessed with geography there. All these things I've mentioned are just purely minor issues which won't allow me to put a 10, which is amazing by itself!
    UPD after 50 hours. I’m giving it a 10 instead of 9 as the emotions I got after randomly revealing some secrets and trying some new mechanics made me absolutely happy like a Hogwarts fifth-grader. It’s unique
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  12. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    a masterpiece. I feel like I'm a kid all over again living what I always dreamed at the time.
  13. Feb 8, 2023
    8
    While some more variety would be welcome and some odd bugs can pop up now and then, this is an excellent game.
  14. Feb 8, 2023
    9
    Great game with incredibly fun game that is really only held back by some performance issues.
  15. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Absolutely incredible the combat feels amazing and you really get to live in the world jk Rowling wrote to the fullest extent. I've been waiting for a game like this ever since I read the books and so far it has delivered all I want.
  16. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Simply put, this game is just FANTASTIC! It's gone above and beyond my expectations; which for once we're pretty high for a game.
  17. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    It's very addictive and the combat is great when you get the hand of it. Very recommended.
  18. Feb 8, 2023
    9
    Perfection and incredible care taken to realize J.K. Rowling's vision.
    With that said, people will nitpick the game's "lack of combat diversity" because it's mostly ranged attacks because you are a witch/wizard.
    Additionally, the character customization is fantastic but the voice options really only consist of male/female and the pitch shifting is not necessary because then you sound
    Perfection and incredible care taken to realize J.K. Rowling's vision.
    With that said, people will nitpick the game's "lack of combat diversity" because it's mostly ranged attacks because you are a witch/wizard.

    Additionally, the character customization is fantastic but the voice options really only consist of male/female and the pitch shifting is not necessary because then you sound like a robot.
    They should have hired additional voice actors to act the script so you would have options to choose a voice that suits you.
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  19. Feb 13, 2023
    10
    The game is amazing. The story, visuals, and cinematic are excellent! If you like a good RPG, you should play this game. If you are a HP fan, you must play!
  20. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    As a Harry Potter fan, it's everything I could have asked for and more (except Quidditch. DLC?) Graphics are great, runs at 60 FPS, no glitches that I have run into. Combat is fun and engaging, and far more difficult that I thought it would be originally in a good way! I just find myself gaining levels by exploring the massive Hogwarts Castle. You can lose yourself for hours just walkingAs a Harry Potter fan, it's everything I could have asked for and more (except Quidditch. DLC?) Graphics are great, runs at 60 FPS, no glitches that I have run into. Combat is fun and engaging, and far more difficult that I thought it would be originally in a good way! I just find myself gaining levels by exploring the massive Hogwarts Castle. You can lose yourself for hours just walking around the amazing world. This is the Harry Potter game fans have waited for, for years. Expand
  21. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Perfect game! This is a game of the year! :) There are so many things about this game that are amazing.
  22. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Holy, this game is one of the most beautiful games I have ever played. This game does not miss and it lives up to the hype. Most definitely going down in my top 5 games ever played.
  23. Feb 8, 2023
    9
    This game has almost everything I have ever wanted from a. Modern “Harry Potter” game. Great RPG, great sense of discovery and the world feels alive like they do in the books and movies. Wish there was quidditch and other wizard/mini games to play.
  24. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Amazingly detailed environments, engaging story, great performance & graphic quality i n performance mode (PS5), no bugs so far (8 hours in), huge customization & exploration environment
  25. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Ouff qu'elle titre épique!

    Hogwart Legacy est une Oeuvre video-ludique qui s'agence avec la Saga Harry Potter. Ce titre vous offre une expérience personnalisée au sein de Poudlar comme étudiant en 5e année. Ce qui rend ce tire symbolique pour la Saga est que tout à été méticuleusement incorporé. Que ce soit les clins d'oeil aux livres et long-metrages, vous vous plonger au coeur d'une
    Ouff qu'elle titre épique!

    Hogwart Legacy est une Oeuvre video-ludique qui s'agence avec la Saga Harry Potter. Ce titre vous offre une expérience personnalisée au sein de Poudlar comme étudiant en 5e année.

    Ce qui rend ce tire symbolique pour la Saga est que tout à été méticuleusement incorporé. Que ce soit les clins d'oeil aux livres et long-metrages, vous vous plonger au coeur d'une expérience voire une situation d'un élève ou d'une élève à Poudlar. Le titre ne résume pas simplement qu'à l'école de Poudlar. La Map reprend le rythme de l'ensemble de la Saga Harry Potter pour offrir une immersion la plus possible. Les graphiques sont appliquées, réussis et les personnages sont incroyablement bien réaliste. L'interface demande une certaine étude en elle-même. Propre à elle, les possibilités de personnalisé les sorts, potions et équipement sont équilibré mais nécessite une certaine adaptation.

    Beaucoup de facultés propre à la sorcellerie se découvre au file de l'expérience.

    Le travail en générale est d'une réussite légendaire. Les symboles, les décors vous propose introspection et un travail en soi en quête du language perdu.

    L'ambiance au cours de l'expérience est saisissante et sera rendre le titre à la hauteur des attentes.

    Ce titre ne vous laissera pas indifférent, que ce soit néophyte des Oeuvres cinématographique et ouvrages ou érudit de la thématique.

    Cet expérience video-ludique vous plongera dans l'utopie ultime de Poudlar et des environs.

    Game Of The Year 2023, c'est un peu la suite à expérimenté après avoir vécu Elden Ring. Vous serez par contre inévitablement un sorcier pour certains ou un mage pour d'autres.

    Bonne expérience à vous.

    Le quiddish?!? Plusieurs personnes appréhendent un DLC ou une mise à jour multijoueur. Si cela est véritablement une surprise, ce sera un incontournable dans les compétitions à suivrent participer voire parier dans les prochaines années. Ce serait ultimement très pris au sérieux et annonce un succès Magistral.
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  26. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Amazing game that i have always dreamed of playing growing up, and now it's finally here
  27. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    I'm 16 hours in right now. The atmosphere is fantastic. The combat is fun. The unnamed NPCs are little more than setdressing but the named ones are great. I love how the game parcels out its content and how it teaches you your way around Hogwarts by making you come back once you have unlocked new spells.

    Occasionally the students robes get stuck to the front of NPCs pants and sometimes
    I'm 16 hours in right now. The atmosphere is fantastic. The combat is fun. The unnamed NPCs are little more than setdressing but the named ones are great. I love how the game parcels out its content and how it teaches you your way around Hogwarts by making you come back once you have unlocked new spells.

    Occasionally the students robes get stuck to the front of NPCs pants and sometimes you'll have sunlight coming through the castle where there shouldn't be any - otherwise I have experienced very few bugs/graphical glitches.
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  28. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    40 hours of exzellent gemeplay. Good Story and i love the Style. Thx for this amazing Game!
    For me the best game in the Harry Potter Universe.
  29. Feb 8, 2023
    9
    Hogwarts Legacy ist ein Kunstwerk für jedermann. In jeder einzelnen Spielminute merkt man die liebe und Leidenschaft der Spieleentwickler, da ignoriert man die kleinen Performance Probleme die ab und zu auftreten sehr gern.
  30. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Love this game! Graphics are wonderful and am happy to have my own character go through a Hogwarts story
  31. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    It's even better than the hype.

    Careful because the boycotters are mad that this game isn't a bust so they're review bombing and posting spoilers in their reviews.
  32. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    I was very skeptical before the release of this game. They were very upfront about what the game looked like and what it would contain, but still with being burned recently by so many games, I was still weary. I can now say with full confidence that it’s absolutely fantastic! They have crafted a world that feels so alive and so true to the source material. The inside of Hogwarts is anI was very skeptical before the release of this game. They were very upfront about what the game looked like and what it would contain, but still with being burned recently by so many games, I was still weary. I can now say with full confidence that it’s absolutely fantastic! They have crafted a world that feels so alive and so true to the source material. The inside of Hogwarts is an absolute masterpiece. I can say with confidence it is the best interior structure I have seen ever built in a video game. Every time you turn the corner, you will see another scene from the movies or books that you recognize! Truly a nostalgic experience from my childhood come to life! Thank you to all the devs that made this dream possible! Expand
  33. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    So far I am loving this game.
    On Combat: I was a bit afraid how combat was going to be. One tip is as soon as talents are unlocks make sure you buy the 3 other spell diamonds. With that they did an amazing job of making you have to parry and dodge. Watch those goblins their attack patterns sometimes are quicker causing you to lose out a parry. If you just spam everything you will probably
    So far I am loving this game.
    On Combat: I was a bit afraid how combat was going to be. One tip is as soon as talents are unlocks make sure you buy the 3 other spell diamonds. With that they did an amazing job of making you have to parry and dodge. Watch those goblins their attack patterns sometimes are quicker causing you to lose out a parry. If you just spam everything you will probably die more often. I am playing normal difficulty. So that might be different on the easier difficulties. The spells are not super flashy which I enjoy cause it does not cause to much stuff happening on screen which if you played Forspoken would fill your screen up so much you lose track of the action. On Graphics:
    I play it on PS5. I have found the Balanced setting to be the best for me and I turn off motion blur and depth of field. This makes it look cleaner with a ton of small details still showing and frame rate barely ever dipping. I am surprised on the user reviews that say it ps3 era graphics cause then I know they haven’t played it and prolly just acting as if they know based on some low quality videos. Also those that rated 3 or less must not like gaming cause this game looks beautiful. On Characters Love the interaction with other students they have a whimsy to them and even the one you don’t interact with will have side conversations that are fun to listen to. Your own character is fun to make look cool or goofy. You can alter your look regardless of loot. Once you loot an item or identify the cosmetic is instantly unlocked to apply to any other item. I currently wearing a suit of armor with a goblin helm. The house you choose only has nuanced bearing on the game so play the house you connect to. Yes I am a HufflePuff. On Story. I have seen many mixed reviews about the story. But half way through I love it simplicity but at the same time intriguing way it is being told. Sadly I will not elaborate as I won’t give spoilers. I have played some small side quest and some that are full fledged fun individual stories. Conclusion
    Though I am not doing an extensive review here. It’s only because I think you all should decide. But for me it’s a tie with GOW Ragnarok for my most enjoyment gaming in the last 2 years and above my other favorite Horizon Forbidden West. If you hate open world style games this might not be your cup of tea. For me it’s 95 percent what I love therefore 10/10 for me. That missing 5 percent are for only the few tech flaws I experienced. Thankfully they were not immersion breaking for more than a couple seconds. P.s. saw one reviewer give it a zero with saying there are loading screen everywhere. If you have not played the game don’t believe the zero point reviewers they have not played the game at all. There is no loading screen and the only loading I have noticed is when going from inside the castle to the outside and it take less than 4 seconds for the door to open. But it never goes to a separate screen
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  34. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    One of the funnest, most interesting, lovingly created games I've ever played. A **** masterpiece. If you're a gamer, or you love the Harry Potter universe, and aren't playing this game? I don't know what you're doing with your life...
  35. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Incredible game! FINALY a Hogwarts related open world game worthy in all its glory!
    Have had hours of fun so far exploring the castle grounds and attending Wizarding classes.
  36. Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Good Job WB, on every aspect.

    Can't wait to see what the Developers will build on this. It's big step to overcome.
  37. Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Best Hogwarts Game of the decade since Quidditch Worldcup by EA/Warner Bros. interactive on PS2. Which makes the lack of chess and Quidditch Is missing in this otherwise Stellar outting. This is a master class in Hogwarts games other wise. While I personally would have loved a sim aspect of going to class I Don't mind a "Trails Of Cold Steel" approach to schoolwork. This is not The BestBest Hogwarts Game of the decade since Quidditch Worldcup by EA/Warner Bros. interactive on PS2. Which makes the lack of chess and Quidditch Is missing in this otherwise Stellar outting. This is a master class in Hogwarts games other wise. While I personally would have loved a sim aspect of going to class I Don't mind a "Trails Of Cold Steel" approach to schoolwork. This is not The Best action RPG ever made, but a great open-world RPG with a lot of lore and a few characters thrown in for good measure., is what You'll find yourself in. when You Start playing. it helps but are not required that you know the extended universe to enjoy, but can set you on a path to another world that'll be yours forever. ;-) Graphically is it a beaut. not technically something to write home about but aesthetically pleasing to look at. fair frame-rate and a Game that keeps you on your toes at all time with technicalities That ask you to cast spells in the right order and in combination to for powerful attacks with attacks of powerful mystical attacks. It's a RPG with Just the right amount of technique and action to achieve a beautiful game that is as vast as your curriculum. Expand
  38. Feb 10, 2023
    10
    The game nails everything when it comes to Harry Potter! This is the game that everybody's been waiting for if you're a Harry Potter fan
  39. Feb 10, 2023
    10
    AMAZING game, you can feel the love and passion of the developers for this world, Hogwarts is outstanding. This is the game we've been waiting for 20 years.
  40. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    The best "Harry Potter" game and one of the best Open-World RPG ever made. This game is just marvelous.
  41. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Its the Harry Potter game that we all wanted when we were kids. The world is beautiful and just running around Hogwarts is a ton of fun!
  42. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Incredible open world Harry Potter game we have all dreamed of. Great work from Avalanche!
  43. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    One word, masterpiece! A beautifully crafted world with a lot to do! Will please every Harry Potter fans!
  44. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Really really good! The only reproach I could make is about the AI of the characters and their movements but otherwise they really did a great job! Great job!
  45. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Amazing game Amazing game Amazing game Amazing game Amazing game Amazing game
  46. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Its really a great game! Not only for fans but for everyone who wants to enter the world of magic :D
  47. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Juego excelente para los fans de Harry. Como rpg, no innova mucho ni profundiza demasiado pero es excelente también
  48. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Optmalization on ps5 is perfect, the Quality is not bad somethimes it's reminding strong crossgen game form ps4 but the gameplay is amazing. Good job avalanche!
  49. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    The amount of detail, the lightning and the textures. Hogwarts legacy is all I asked for since I was 6. The game feels smooth on my end. Maybe some lighting glitches here and then but other that that? It’s a an amazing game. I never imagine the castle being that big. Good job devs
  50. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    This game is all that fans wanted for years and they finally got it. Amazing and massive open world game in wizarding world as a student attending Hogwarts. Music is amazing. Combat is smooth and enjoyable. Visuals and environment are crazy detailed and biggest selling point of this game. Story is not fantastic but its still very good. As a Potterhead this game is dream come true and thatsThis game is all that fans wanted for years and they finally got it. Amazing and massive open world game in wizarding world as a student attending Hogwarts. Music is amazing. Combat is smooth and enjoyable. Visuals and environment are crazy detailed and biggest selling point of this game. Story is not fantastic but its still very good. As a Potterhead this game is dream come true and thats why its 10/10. Expand
  51. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    You’re a 10, Harry!

    Will be a 2023 GOTY nominee at least, and will win some as well.
  52. Feb 9, 2023
    9
    Exceeded any expectations I had, congrats to the devs on creating a magical game!
  53. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    The game is good simply because it got me hooked, this is how I know a game is good. Nowadays, with work and family, I barely have time to game anymore, and very few games take my attention, and when they do, I get bored after a few hours of gameplay (maybe due to getting older). But with that said, Hogwarts Legacy got me hooked for a good while, and I’m writing this review right now at aThe game is good simply because it got me hooked, this is how I know a game is good. Nowadays, with work and family, I barely have time to game anymore, and very few games take my attention, and when they do, I get bored after a few hours of gameplay (maybe due to getting older). But with that said, Hogwarts Legacy got me hooked for a good while, and I’m writing this review right now at a friend’s wedding, only thinking when am I going to leave so that I can go back into that magical RPG. All in all great game! Expand
  54. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Everything a harry potter fan dreamt of. Also it triggers the woke mob so I support buying this game even more
  55. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    This game is simply amazing ! My Hogwarts dream has finally come true ! Thanks Hogwarts legacy team . Definitely an easy contender for game of the year !
  56. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    It is the perfect Game for a Harry Potter Fan, I enjoy every Second of it. Thx to the developers.
  57. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    The fun factor in this game is on point. Anyone who has always wanted to immerse themselves in the world of Hogwarts will enjoy the experience!
  58. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Love it! 15h in and still a lot to do, really great game. Above expectations
  59. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    AMAZING game. An absolute must for Harry Potter fans. I'm almost 20 hours into it and I can't stop playing. It's extremely addicting, the atmosphere is marvelous, the combat is fun and the exploration feels satisfying and rewarding. Not to mention the possibility to fly on a broom and many things that will make fans go absolutely crazy.
    I think it's a 8.5/9 overall, but an absolute 10 out
    AMAZING game. An absolute must for Harry Potter fans. I'm almost 20 hours into it and I can't stop playing. It's extremely addicting, the atmosphere is marvelous, the combat is fun and the exploration feels satisfying and rewarding. Not to mention the possibility to fly on a broom and many things that will make fans go absolutely crazy.
    I think it's a 8.5/9 overall, but an absolute 10 out of 10 for fans.
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  60. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    This is not only the best Harry Pottee game ever, it’s literally Game of the Year material. Outstanding graphics, amazing characters and voice performances, great story, a magnificent open-world and more surprisingly, the combat system is a highlight! Everything about this game is perfect! The replay value is INSANE! Watch out for record breaking sales. It is THAT good!
  61. Feb 8, 2023
    9
    Everything you could want in a game set in the Harry Potter world. There are a few nitpicky things that keep me from giving it a 10/10, but those are really just a me thing. Other than those things the game is excellent. Experienced very little to no bugs on the PS5 in Fidelity mode, which is rare for games now a days.
  62. Feb 10, 2023
    9
    Amazing game! The feeling of immersion and the amazing detail is revolutionary. I haven’t had any gameplay issue and frame rate is fine. My only complaint is people think it’s funny to spoil the game online but this game is all about the gameplay and immersion so I’m enjoying it still.
  63. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    It is one of the greatest games I have ever played. The amount of details in Hogwarts is absolutely mindblowing and the world is fairly big I wish it was bigger but the amount stuff that you can do makes up for that. The combat is unique and feels awesome it's like Arkham knight but with wands. The flying in just something else and you can just lose yourself while doing it. The story isIt is one of the greatest games I have ever played. The amount of details in Hogwarts is absolutely mindblowing and the world is fairly big I wish it was bigger but the amount stuff that you can do makes up for that. The combat is unique and feels awesome it's like Arkham knight but with wands. The flying in just something else and you can just lose yourself while doing it. The story is good but not great, I think they could've done more with with but it's all good. obviously it's not all perfect, there are number of bugs I encountered, like some Pop ins and the door loading, some weird lighting glitches but nothing that will break the game and ruins the experience.I'm pretty sure they will fix the bugs with the day one patch that's coming out on February 10th. All and all it's a 10/10 game for me. Expand
  64. 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 !
  65. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    A daydream. Hogwarts is perfect down to the smallest detail and is truly alive, obviously not everything is perfect but thanks to the right compromises they did a super job
  66. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Game is amazing the Harry Potter game we all wanted since we were children, we all need to support feminist hero JK Rowling!
  67. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Possibly a lead for the GOTY, a lot to do, a lot of lore of the Amazing world created by JKR. A must have
  68. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Great game. Has fun secrets when exploring the map and memorable NPCs. The story is good and doesn't rely on callbacks or references to other hp properties. Voice acting is well done, especially for the main villain
    It really does make you feel like your a student at Hogwarts
  69. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    This is what I wanted and so much more from a HP world game. The visuals are quite good, the game runs quite well (considering I am playing the deluxe edition 3 days before the official release - its amazing there are very few bugs overall). The world is so immersive and there is always much to do. I am 15hrs in and looking forward for more
  70. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Outstanding recreation of this story rich universe! A few bugs like a mismatched voice on the barkeep but otherwise perfect!
  71. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    The game is wonderful for those who were always wishing they could go to Hogwarts, combat is great and the environment is beautiful!
  72. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    outstanding game with outstanding effects the combat needs to get used to the story is interesting and brilliant open world with a lot to do you can do whatever you want the character customization is a bit dull but good the different designs of clothes are Wide and good looking different wand choice is wide and overall perfect and true to the books
  73. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Great graphics, engaging quests, and just lots of fun. A must for any HP fan.
  74. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Hogwarts Legacy é o jogo de uma vida. Quem viveu essa expectativa, vai compreender. Foram muitos anos querendo algo assim, e finalmente o sonho foi realizado. Tudo com uma ambientação incrível, imersão excepcional, boa narrativa, dublagem excelente, trilha sonora agradável. Usa mecânicas e referências de vários sucessos de ação/aventura nos jogos eletrônicos. O jogo é essencialmente umHogwarts Legacy é o jogo de uma vida. Quem viveu essa expectativa, vai compreender. Foram muitos anos querendo algo assim, e finalmente o sonho foi realizado. Tudo com uma ambientação incrível, imersão excepcional, boa narrativa, dublagem excelente, trilha sonora agradável. Usa mecânicas e referências de vários sucessos de ação/aventura nos jogos eletrônicos. O jogo é essencialmente um RPG, e o jogador possui uma grande variedade de possibilidades. E o combate é incrível! Mesmo! Uma das melhores partes de Hogwarts Legacy. Expand
  75. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Mark my words, Hogwarts Legacy is a Game of the Year Candidate! Where do I begin? Well let us start off with the visuals, and wow, the visuals and graphical fidelity of the game are stupendous. Even if you opt to play in performance mode (like I have) the game still looks graphically stunning. Next let's move on to the gameplay. One word, fun as can be. This is exactly how a Harry PotterMark my words, Hogwarts Legacy is a Game of the Year Candidate! Where do I begin? Well let us start off with the visuals, and wow, the visuals and graphical fidelity of the game are stupendous. Even if you opt to play in performance mode (like I have) the game still looks graphically stunning. Next let's move on to the gameplay. One word, fun as can be. This is exactly how a Harry Potter based game should feel like playing. The story so far is great, and the wizarding world of Hogwarts is really brought to life in the environment, you can tell that the developers really put though into the creation of the world of this game. 10/10 would recommend, this is a must have game! Expand
  76. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    nice mix of all Harry Potter games with good graphics and Hogwarts building
  77. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    This game is incredible, they really nailed the feeling of being a student in Hogwarts. The combat is very fun it's different than I expected and takes some getting use to. Story has been really good so far, the main thing that keeps pulling me back though is this world it's so magical with so many cool puzzles and things to find. This will likely be my GOTY, it was Elden Ring last yearThis game is incredible, they really nailed the feeling of being a student in Hogwarts. The combat is very fun it's different than I expected and takes some getting use to. Story has been really good so far, the main thing that keeps pulling me back though is this world it's so magical with so many cool puzzles and things to find. This will likely be my GOTY, it was Elden Ring last year and Hogwarts this year unless something really strong comes out. Expand
  78. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    The Harry Potter game I've been waiting my entire life for huge props to the passionate development team for bringing this world to life.
  79. 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!
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  80. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    The hype is real! The game is absolutely fun and I seriously can’t put the game down. I might get fired from my job because I’ve called off multiple days in a row just to finish playing the game. Btw. I haven’t been focused on the story because all I’ve been doing is flying around doing a bunch of side objectives and getting completely lost in the world and all the things you can do inThe hype is real! The game is absolutely fun and I seriously can’t put the game down. I might get fired from my job because I’ve called off multiple days in a row just to finish playing the game. Btw. I haven’t been focused on the story because all I’ve been doing is flying around doing a bunch of side objectives and getting completely lost in the world and all the things you can do in it. I am over the halfway point through the level cap and the main story missions that I am currently on right now require me to be level 10 (I have over 20 hours into the game right now and essentially still at the early points into the game and have unlocked most spells and skills can you believe that?!).

    Lots of complaints about the transphobia thing but you know it’s their loss honestly, they want to complain about a real good game let them, the ones who play the game will understand how great and fun it is. To my honest impression, was a bit scared that Hogwart’s Legacy hype would ruin the experience for me and it’s very rare that a game meets those expectations. Don’t think, if you’re hesitant on getting the game, BUY IT! It is worth every single penny.
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  81. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    A really good game that lived up to the hype (not that they were hiding much anyway).

    Don’t listen to the crazies and ideological fascists out there trying to make you feel bad for playing this game. They do not have the moral high ground. What they are standing on is a fabricated moral high ground that is shaky and crashing from under them. Don’t bow down to ideological
    A really good game that lived up to the hype (not that they were hiding much anyway).

    Don’t listen to the crazies and ideological fascists out there trying to make you feel bad for playing this game. They do not have the moral high ground. What they are standing on is a fabricated moral high ground that is shaky and crashing from under them.
    Don’t bow down to ideological fascism/imperialism.

    Play this game, it is worth the price.
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  82. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Great story and amazing combat. Open world could've been a tad more filled but the rest of the game more than makes up for this.
  83. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Pure perfection! Gorgeous to look at and with an endless stream of things to do and places to explore. My only tiny complaint is the lighting issues that can be noticeable when walking into a new room / area. But while that can be a bit bothersome, the sheer perfection of the world design and combat make this game a truly exceptional one and very much deserving of a 10.
  84. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    El juego de Harry Potter con el que todos soñabamos. Mundo abierto, un monton de cosas que hacer, mucho cariño en los pequeños detalles, buenos graficos, buenas animaciones faciales, combates decentes etc…
  85. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    What an Amazing game ! Loving it so much , pure enjoyment. Combat is amazing and a very beautiful world.
  86. Feb 10, 2023
    10
    ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
  87. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Top Spiel obwohl ich eigentlich nix mit Harry potter anfangen kann.
    Aber so ist es ein richtig gutes Action Spiel.
  88. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    This is the game I wish I had when I was 10. Probably the most wholesome game for any potter fan. Secrets behind every door amazing gear cool spells fun combat this game is a must buy!
  89. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    I am not a big Harry Potter fan but i love this game. Exploring really feels rewarding. The combat is awsome you can do soo many diffrent combos
  90. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    The world is wonderful, every inch there's a secret or something interesting to look. Lots of magic everywhere, feels like you're in Harry Potter movie.

    There are a couple of visual glitches but im sure they will patch them out, overall good release
  91. Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Castle and map is great, I was imagining the combat was going to feel bad, but no, it feels amazing and easy to conquer. I've only played about 5-6 hours so far, and the story has been pretty decent. You have to keep in mind that this game was developed by a developer who had only worked on double a titles for disney before this, and so you can't exactly base your opinion on the facialCastle and map is great, I was imagining the combat was going to feel bad, but no, it feels amazing and easy to conquer. I've only played about 5-6 hours so far, and the story has been pretty decent. You have to keep in mind that this game was developed by a developer who had only worked on double a titles for disney before this, and so you can't exactly base your opinion on the facial animations and cutscenes simply off of what they are, you have to take into account that this is an inexperienced developer, and you can't really expect all too much from a dev like them.they did a great job making the game feel, sound and look amazing. I don't care what the people who believe JK Rowling is a bad person say about this game, because she's already a zillionaire and so it makes no difference, and all of those people are just stupid for not doing their research and looking at the original tweets. I honestly think that the little visual glitches and stuff are fine due to the fact that this, yet again, is Avalanche, so it's going to have some issues, and since there is a site to report bugs on the first page of the game's website, they should absolutely have all the bugs fixed within the first month with ease. I think that if the game gets a nice dlc to build playerbase, then it can keep that already massive playerbase for even longer than any other open world games. For a massive fan of the franchise (the books in particular) it is a dream come true and I recommend it to anyone who is, or ever has been a fan of the books/movies (but mainly the books since that's what they based the castle design off of).

    10/10
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  92. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    This game is a modern masterpiece, don't let anyone bully you into not playing it!
  93. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Très bon jeu , ça fait plaisir dans cette univers. Peut-être un peu court on en veut tjr plus.
  94. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Great game, absolutely massive - if you are a fan of the series you will love this.
  95. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    I am absolutely loving this game! Can't wait to see if there are add on in the future for stuff like quidditch and such, would recommend to long time lovers of the idea of a Hogwarts and wishes to recieve their own letter.
  96. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Love it!!! People thinking about buying the game, listen to the users, not the critics. Some are going to give a review based on their agenda. Even if you don't agree with JK, the game shouldn't have to suffer for it. She will get her money but she is separate from the people that made the game and the people behind the scenes that were involved. She is rich and thats not changing. WhyLove it!!! People thinking about buying the game, listen to the users, not the critics. Some are going to give a review based on their agenda. Even if you don't agree with JK, the game shouldn't have to suffer for it. She will get her money but she is separate from the people that made the game and the people behind the scenes that were involved. She is rich and thats not changing. Why should the people that created this game be punished? The game was being made before all of that came out, not after. I support all communities and hate ignorance but I'm playing and really enjoying the game. Expand
  97. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Hogwarts Legacy is an incredibly immersive and captivating game that brings the wizarding world of Harry Potter to life like never before. The attention to detail and authenticity in this game is simply breathtaking, and it truly feels like you're stepping into the magical world of Hogwarts.

    The gameplay mechanics are well thought-out and offer a vast array of spells, potions, and
    Hogwarts Legacy is an incredibly immersive and captivating game that brings the wizarding world of Harry Potter to life like never before. The attention to detail and authenticity in this game is simply breathtaking, and it truly feels like you're stepping into the magical world of Hogwarts.

    The gameplay mechanics are well thought-out and offer a vast array of spells, potions, and creatures to interact with. The open-world environment is vast and full of secrets to uncover, making each play-through unique and exciting. The graphics are top-notch, and the character models and environments are richly detailed and truly bring the world of Hogwarts to life.

    One of the standout features of this game is the ability to create your own character and embark on your own journey as a student at Hogwarts. The customization options are vast, and it's fun to experiment with different character builds and see how they impact your experience in the game.

    The storyline is engaging and filled with twists and turns, and the voice acting is superb. The music and sound effects also do a fantastic job of setting the mood and immersing you in the world of Hogwarts.

    Overall, Hogwarts Legacy is a must-play for any Harry Potter fan, and it's sure to be a hit with gamers of all ages. The combination of compelling gameplay, beautiful graphics, and an immersive world make it a game that's hard to put down.
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  98. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    This game is simply fantastic. The graphics are great, the soundtrack is perfect. I love it
  99. Feb 8, 2023
    9
    Amazing game. Combat is fun and fluid. Beautiful graphics. The world is massive and full of things to do. The hogwarts fan I always dreamed I had as a kid.
  100. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Mejor juego del mundo de Harry Potter hasta la fecha , y si no te gusta Harry Potter también, combina todo lo bueno de los juegos RPG y lo mezcla en este mundo de magia y hechicería, super recomendable 100% sin duda.
Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 93 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 81 out of 93
  2. Negative: 0 out of 93
  1. Mar 19, 2023
    80
    Much like modern Assassin Creed games, Hogwarts Legacy lives and dies on whether you get captured by its spectacular worldbuilding. There are clear and concrete bloatware issues and concerns, but for a Harry Potter fan it can be quite easy to ignore most of them and just dive in its impressive world, chockfull of activities and Wizarding World experiences.
  2. Aside from a few bugs and a bit of dodgy writing, Hogwarts Legacy is one of the most enjoyable open-world games I’ve played. Not quite Elden Ring, but it embarrasses the Assassin’s Creed games when it comes to mission variety and a sense of exploration.
  3. Mar 9, 2023
    90
    Hogwarts Legacy brings the world of Harry Potter to life, more than we could ever hope for. A weaker main story and some unpolished elements can’t dent the armour of a mind-blowing atmosphere built through a world that feels truly alive. When it comes to world-building, this game is a true monster - a beast that will engulf you until every last corner of it is explored, and every story brought to its end. Undoubtedly a masterful experience.