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We would like to reiterate our support for trans rights and that trans identities are valid. Although not directly involved in the development of Hogwarts Legacy, Rowling does stand to earn royalties from the game. After that, the Harry Potter title will be available to download already, ahead of its upcoming release date, allowing you to be fully prepared for release. Rowling has been accused of transphobia by those in the LGBTQ+ community. To pre-load Hogwarts Legacy on Xbox, simply pre-order a digital edition of the game from the console’s online store. Next: Why Hogwarts Legacy Looks Like A TrilogyĮditor’s Note: Harry Potter creator J.K. While Hogwarts Legacy will likely be a fun and exciting way to experience the Wizarding World , waiting on pre-orders could be beneficial both for early purchase perks and in making the decision on whether or not to back a game that could be connected to hateful content. This has caused many longtime Harry Potter fans to avoid purchasing or backing content that could benefit J.K. Rowling, which could put many fans off when considering a pre-order. The writer has been under fire for several years due to anti-trans sentiments. Note that only the PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S versions will be available this month the PS4 and Xbox One versions are set to release April 4, and the Nintendo Switch version will launch July 25.Additionally, Hogwarts Legacy has struggled with the controversy surrounding Harry Potter creator J.K. The Deluxe Edition comes with a Dark Arts cosmetic pack, Dark Arts battle arena, and access to a Thestral, the magical winged skeletal horse only visible once a person has had an experience with death.Īs with many current-gen games, the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions cost a bit more than their PC and last-gen counterparts. A Dark Arts garrison hat comes with the Digital Edition. (if youre on Xbox set your account location to New. This would therefore allow you to begin playing the game on Tuesday, February 7 at 10 AM PST/ 1PM EST.

Players get 72-hour early access to the game if they get the physical version and a cross-gen upgrade. If you pre-order the Deluxe or the Collectors Edition of Hogwarts Legacy on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, or the PC, then you can begin playing the game 72 hours before the official release date. While the Standard Edition comes with just the base copy of the game, the other editions pack on quite a bit more content. Standard Edition, early access, Dark Arts Packĭeluxe Edition, steelbook case, Kelpie robe cosmetic, Floating Wand & Book Base Standard Edition (PC, PS4, Xbox One & Nintendo Switch)ĭeluxe Edition (PC, PS4, Xbox One & Nintendo Switch)

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