When Avalanche Software announcedHarry Potter: Hogwarts Legacylast September, fans of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter were ecstatic, especially since many have been waiting for the confirmation ofthe rumoredHarry PotterRPG game. Apart from the debut trailer that provided fans a preview of what to expect, much of whatHogwarts Legacywill offer still remains a mystery.
Now, a rumor has surfaced online thatHogwarts Legacywill feature multiplayer that will allow players to team up with friends and go on raids in Hogwarts and its surrounding areas. It’s currently unclear where the rumor originated, especially since there are tons of speculation and wish lists that are going around online. However, those who are expecting to see a multiplayer mode may be disappointed, given that Avalanche Software made it clear that the game is going to be a single-player experience.
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Alongside the announcement ofHogwarts Legacyis a detailed FAQ section that players can find on the developer’s website. According to the FAQs,Hogwarts Legacyis an “open-world, single-player, action role-playing videogameset in the 1800s wizarding world.” It is worth noting that there was no mention of any multiplayer functionality or modes, so those who are looking forward to this feature should take this rumor with a fair amount of skepticism for now.
Of course,Hogwarts Legacyis still in its early stages of development, and Avalanche Software still haven’t released any other information about the gameapart from its debut trailer. Given this, there is still a possibility that multiplayer mode could be in the works, but it will likely be a mini-mode that players can explore after completing the main campaign. There is also the possibility that Avalanche Software may just be dancing around with what the game will be for now to have some sort of a surprise reveal of a multiplayer mode later on. Whatever the case, players should expect the single-player campaign to be the game’s focus, and any multiplayer functionality will probably be just an add-on.
Meanwhile, despiteHogwarts Legacybeing just announced, the game has already faced some criticism due to an indirect affiliation withHarry Potterauthor J.K. Rowling. To the uninitiated, J.K. Rowling is currently in hot water for making transphobic comments online, and given that she is the source of everything related to theHarry Potterfranchise, some fans arerallying to boycott the upcoming game.
Harry Potter: Hogwarts Legacyis in development for the PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.
