As a long-time fan of the Harry Potter universe, I couldn’t be more thrilled about the prospect of a Hogwarts Legacy sequel! Despite the controversies surrounding its creator, JK Rowling, and the initial backlash, the game has proven to be a magical success.
In 2023, one of the top-selling video games was Hogwarts Legacy. Warner Bros. Discovery is keen to maintain this success by continuing to develop games set in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Despite, or even because of, any controversies surrounding its creator JK Rowling, the game has raked in tens of millions in sales, pushing a sequel up WB’s development schedule for future years
During an interview with Variety, WB Discovery’s CFO Gunnar Wiedenfels discussed the possibility of a sequel to Hogwarts Legacy, following the launch of Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions
As per Statista, the game Hogwarts Legacy has shifted approximately 24 million units up until January 2024, suggesting that it may have sold even more towards the end of the year. This game invites players to assume the role of a student at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft & Wizardry, allowing them to explore and utilize magical powers throughout their journey. The game initially stirred up some controversy due to JK Rowling’s outspoken views against transgender individuals (and more recently, women), which were further amplified by David Haddad, President of WB Games, avoiding direct responses to her opinions during PR engagements. However, this controversy did not seem to significantly impact the sales of Hogwarts Legacy
It appears that a follow-up to Hogwarts Legacy, titled potentially “Hogwarts Legacy 2,” is increasingly looking like a matter of when rather than if. Keep your eyes peeled for fresh information and announcements; we’ll be sure to bring you the latest from Shacknews
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2024-09-05 23:12