Hogwarts: Legacy

[JennyorAlice]

Do you plan on purchasing this game when it comes out? Which system do you plan on playing this game on? What are you looking forward to the most when this game comes out? Have you watched any of the footage for this game online? Which house do you plan on joining?

 

[Kale]

I'm not quite sure yet myself.. I may end up watching others play it online or streaming it.

 

[PGen98]

No.

Will not purchase anything related to the Potterverse ever again. It's a shame, because it looks like an amazing game, but I refuse to do anything to help that woman's bank account. No TERFs will ever earn my money.

 

[Kale]

No.

Will not purchase anything related to the Potterverse ever again. It's a shame, because it looks like an amazing game, but I refuse to do anything to help that woman's bank account. No TERFs will ever earn my money.

Good thing you can just watch a let's play or stream nowadays.

 

[PGen98]

Good thing you can just watch a let's play or stream nowadays.

Yeah, it's not quite the same, but it will have to suffice.

 

[Kale]

Yeah, it's not quite the same, but it will have to suffice.

Honestly it's what I did a lot during the 2010s era on YouTube to determine if I want to buy a game, wait for a sale, or not buy it.

 

[PGen98]

Yeah, I've done the same. It's how I got into a few series, but if I end up liking it, I want to play it. Going to be torture not to cave in on this one, lol. But no. No money for that woman.

 

[Kale]

Yeah, I've done the same. It's how I got into a few series, but if I end up liking it, I want to play it. Going to be torture not to cave in on this one, lol. But no. No money for that woman.

Yep, super rough for me too. I always wanted a HP game like this for a looong time...but ugh.

 

[PGen98]

Yep, super rough for me too. I always wanted a HP game like this for a looong time...but ugh.

Absolutely the same, it's the exact game I wanted when HP first came out. It's amazingly fun looking. But I can't bring myself to buy anything that benefits her, it would hurt me more in the long run to cave on that, to give in to her hatred.

 

[Kale]

Absolutely the same, it's the exact game I wanted when HP first came out. It's amazingly fun looking. But I can't bring myself to buy anything that benefits her, it would hurt me more in the long run to cave on that, to give in to her hatred.

Pirate it or buy it on one of those CD key websites is another option but yeah... :V

 

[PGen98]

Pirate it or buy it on one of those CD key websites is another option but yeah... :V

Could do, but I'm just swearing it off entirely. It's not meant for me, and that's ok.

 

[Webster]

Unfortunately.....

Hogwarts Legacy Succeeded on Steam Against All Odds

Despite being highly anticipated, Hogwarts Legacy has faced many hurdles, though pre-order sales numbers on Steam suggest it is in for a big launch.

gamerant.com

Few games have had to endure as much pre-release controversy as Hogwarts Legacy. From missing features to delays to outrage triggered by J.K. Rowling, Hogwarts Legacy’s road to launch has been one peppered with obstacles. Judging by the pre-order sales numbers the game has achieved, it seems this has not hindered it too much, as it is still on track for a successful launch on PC.

Despite it not being released until February this year, it already sits as one of the bestselling games on Steam, illustrating how much hype remains behind the game. Avalanche Software is almost past the finish line and it has endured the worst thus far. With a successful launch, it could rival big 2023 titles like Starfield and Spider-Man 2.

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Although Hogwarts Legacy is based on an IP created by J.K. Rowling, the developers have been cautious to distance themselves from the author. This is mainly due to the transphobic views Rowling holds and the comments she has publicly made. For a long time, the two have managed to remain fairly separated, although this ended in late 2022 when Rowling decided to make comments about Hogwarts Legacy. Her comments have caused her to become associated with the game once again, leading to more calls for the game to be boycotted.

This puts gamers in a difficult position. Although they may not want to show any support for Rowling and her views, they may wish to support the developers who have put a lot of hard work into the game and do not align themselves with Rowling. Despite Rowling becoming a millstone around the game’s neck, it has not been permanently buried, and signs indicate that it is in for a big launch. This isn’t due to support for Rowling, but rather it is because developers have successfully convinced gamers that Hogwarts Legacy is a game worth playing.


These aren’t the only problems the game has faced. Some gamers have brought into question whether the antagonistic role of the goblins in Hogwarts Legacy doesn’t propagate antisemitic tropes, and others are upset that Quidditch will not be making an appearance, although broomstick racing will be present. Nevertheless, it appears that the Harry Potter IP is just too big to fail, and the eagerness for an immersive Wizarding World game is too widespread.

 

[PGen98]

Oh it's going to be a massive success, it's going to win awards, do incredibly well and be an absolutely amazing game. But I'd be a hypocrite to buy in. For myself I have to stay away from it. Until that woman no longer has control of the Wizarding World of the Potterverse then I'm completely out. It hurts me, but it's necessary. It might seem pathetic, but it's something important to me and to a fair few others, as well.

 

[Webster]

Oh it's going to be a massive success, it's going to win awards, do incredibly well and be an absolutely amazing game. But I'd be a hypocrite to buy in. For myself I have to stay away from it. Until that woman no longer has control of the Wizarding World of the Potterverse then I'm completely out. It hurts me, but it's necessary. It might seem pathetic, but it's something important to me and to a fair few others, as well.

Like I said in the other thread, J.K. Rowling is at the point in her career that the late Michael Crichton was at; protected from cancellation by her editors, which means she can say whatever she wants without fear.

Doesn't mean we have to like it but as long as money rules the roost....

 

[PGen98]

Like I said in the other thread, J.K. Rowling is at the point in her career that the late Michael Crichton was at; protected from cancellation by her editors, which means she can say whatever she wants without fear.

Doesn't mean we have to like it but as long as money rules the roost....

Unfortunately, yeah. It is what it is, she's shown her colours and they're draped in every shade of hatred you could fathom. I'm ok with her not liking trans people, it's a hard thing to understand, but to be outright hateful is another thing altogether. I won't make a single dent in her pocketbook, but at least I'll feel better about myself knowing I'm not supporting someone that actively hates everything I am.

 

[Kale]

Unfortunately.....

Hogwarts Legacy Succeeded on Steam Against All Odds

Despite being highly anticipated, Hogwarts Legacy has faced many hurdles, though pre-order sales numbers on Steam suggest it is in for a big launch.

gamerant.com

Not too surprised, to be quite honest. I am betting a lot of it came from "normies" or people who aren't as in the know about JKR.

 

[PGen98]

Not too surprised, to be quite honest. I am betting a lot of it came from "normies" or people who aren't as in the know about JKR.

No question, and people who are so in love with all things Potterverse that they will overlook everything .

 

[Webster]

I am betting a lot of it came from "normies" or people who aren't as in the know about JKR.

Or who just don't give a shit either way.

 

[Kale]

Or who just don't give a shit either way.

Yes, that too. I honestly wonder how well it'll do on last gen and then Switch performance wise.

 

[Shortie]

Being that I only have an Xbox One X at the moment I am still waiting for it to be released for me which is now going to be May as it was delayed again. I don't mind the delays as it means we will get a good working game when it finally does release but I am super excited for the game.