Hogwarts Legacy Could Release In Early December, Just in Time for the Yule Ball

There is literally too much coming out from now to December, so I'd be fine if the game got pushed back, but if this does end up coming, it is the type of game I'd drop all other games in a heartbeat to play!

Given Holiday 2022 means Christmas 2022, I just assumed it would release in time for people to buy it as a gift. Didn’t everybody else? The 31st was, as stated, clearly a placeholder.

A '♥️' just for the tagline 😁

Can't wait for this one but I also have the horrid feeling that it'll release in an undercooked state, considering the scale (from what I've seen anyway). Here's hoping they have enough time until release to keep polishing!

It's also ridiculous how a disclaimer now has to be put on every article relating to J.K.Rowling 😂 although I do understand the "why"...sad, as she's obviously an inspirational author to many (Avalanche included). But this is a website about VIDYUHGAMES afterall. Let's just hope we have a shipshape Hogwarts to explore in December (or whenever it finally releases) and get to wish Avalanche all the respect and commendations they deserve, eh?

#1 game on my “must buy” list for this year!

@GorosBat games don't need to be pushed back. Just don't buy them all on day 1. And chances are they'll drop in price by time you're ready to play it. Plus it also gives the debs to patch the inevitable day 1 bugs.

@Gloamin true it is sad its needed. But it has worked and the last few articles havent descended into arguments. Which imo is better.

And I could find happiness. Doubtful on both fronts.

Can't wait for this. I love Rowlings work.

Can't stand Rowling's banal fusion of The Worst Witch and every mediocre generic fantasy dross so count me out on this one.

This editorial decision is personally upsetting and possibly dangerous for others. Really disappointing. Other gaming websites have figured out how to cover this responsibly, and I wonder if that is reflective of more representation at the decision-making table. This means enough to me to no longer visit this website after several years of loyal readership. I wonder how many more feel the same way, but don’t feel comfortable saying so? It pays to do the work.

I’d also note a comment supporting this decision is still up, so already you’re breaking your own rule as long as it suits your needs.

@nicc83 @gloamin Because trans people no longer feel safe here — “gamers” are the priority. Congrats?

This would be great if true! Really excited for this one!

@GoodOlDubs if thats what you think then OK.
I'm not going to get into any debates over it.
Have a lovely day pal.

@nicc83 “Pal.”

And yet, I’m sure it’s my comments that will be deemed rude and deleted. Guess we’ll see.

I’m conflicted.... .
Hagrid s birthday would likely be an internal target day & it would be the perfect Xmas game.
Chilling in Hogsmeade with some butter beer 🍺. That would be too great to be true.

Expecting it to be delayed.

@GoodOlDubs There's no reason for anyone not to feel safe on Pushsquare. Moderation is pretty decent and all the regulars I've seen are cordial and always willing to communicate! If any comments are offensive or causing distress, report them! If you have suggestions on how they could improve the disclaimer or what they could do instead then I'd probably try to contact them directly.

Happy gaming 😁

Cautiously optimistic about this one, was never a huge fan of HP but this game just looked so darn ambitious the last time they showed it, just hope they can pull it off

I have my reservations about this. I don’t think this developer is known for releases anywhere close to this scale. Hell, I only remember from Mortal Kombat ports in the 90’s

I have no interest in 'Harry Potter' or even know what's being said, what memes or comments anyone has said at all and couldn't care less. I also have faith in Karma...

As for this game, what interests me is the 'wizarding' world and its fantastical beasts. I don't care if its tied to a known IP (like Harry Potter), its the potential game-play and experience it offers. I like the 'idea' of being a 'young' wizard attending a school for magic and evolving 'my' wizard the way I want - not following in HP's footsteps and 'replaying' his story.

As I said, if this wasn't tied to the Harry Potter universe, I'd still be very interested in the 'magical' world and basic set-up (young wizard at a school for magic) that the game is delivering.

As for the opinions of the creator of the HP world, I believe in Karma. I also believe that playing any game does not mean I share the same 'opinions' as the creator, author, director etc. Its the 'ecosystem' its on that should ensure its a 'Safe' place for ALL gamers and that people are able to enjoy playing the games they want.

@GoodOlDubs

Possibly Dangerous? Give it a break bud seriously!

I don't know if you've realised but apart from yourself, everyone here is talking about the GAME and the GAME alone, no-one is condoning anything from whom shall not be named, and I'm sure no-one on here ever will.

PushSquare is easily one of the safest internet forums around, you can assure the moment any conversation detracts from the game itself and becomes sour towards the LGBTQ+ community, mods will instantly take action as they should.

I appreciate your concerns but this is a good community, we're mature enough here to talk about a video game without it all collapsing into harsh debates on social topics that shouldn't be associated to this title at all.

This argument doesn’t work: you feel safe because you aren’t affected. You can talk about the game and the game alone because you have that privilege. Enjoy, everyone. Glad you feel safe. You’re not going to hear from anyone who doesn’t feel the same way, for obvious reasons.

I’ve been called “pal” and “bud” in two responses urging me to “give it a break” or to “chill.” You don’t know me, you don’t know my gender, but you make assumptions: we’re all just dudes here talkin “vidyuh games.” That is interesting to me, and I think the crux of this problem: this decision is made from a cis male perspective and assumes everyone coming here shares it. That’s a shame. For some reason, as an avid reader over the years, I expected better.

..."Thought you ought to know." Priceless!

I'm so torn on this game on one hand I dont enjoy Harry potter and I dont get the whole how Harry potter stuff is massive but on the other it looks like the type of game I'd play the hell out of .....hmmmmm

@Gloamin with respect, this tagline you are celebrating misses the mark. I know I am coming off as unchill or whatever, but I think it’s important to explain these concerns in every venue possible. It references, for instance, “the views and values of some of the creatives involved with the Harry Potter universe,” which includes the belief from their most important and visible creative that trans women aren’t women — misinformation that leads to those women becoming victims of violence and hate crimes at a frighteningly frequent rate.

This disclaimer would have it that we just ignore all that and just focus on the gameplay. My point is that a great many are not in a position to do so, and to ignore this dynamic fails trans people and misses a chance to be bold with coverage. There are some very simple things this blog can do to achieve that, including a story examining this issue, a page with resources for people in need of help, and so on. I’m not saying pushsquare needs to stop covering news around this game — it just needs to be smarter about it.

@GoodOlDubs Oops... I think you misunderstood what I was talking about initially! "Tagline" being "Thought you ought to know", from the Harry Potter and the philosopher's stone and not the disclaimer that is above the comments 😁

I thdn expressed annoyance at the need for a disclaimer, yet said I understood why - it's to avoid clogging up the comments section with tons of back and forth comments like ours. I hold my hands up and say I shouldn't have even mentioned it in the first place as per Pushsquare's recommendation. Feel free to disagree with stuff I've said but we should really put a cork in this one for us on here and if you have any issues over the site's handling of anything then I'd recommend to contact one of them directly.

@Gloamin gotcha. I’ve already given some ideas in my previous comment. Hopefully someone is reading and not immediately binning em

@GoodOlDubs its a website about video games and has nothing to do with any of the politics you are trying to discuss. take your grievances elsewhere

@Logonogo the fact you can’t see how one is related to the other is one of the problems here.

December 6th would be great. Enough time for Ragnarök!

@Logonogo The issue is that the fandoms get monetised, and at least a part of that money gets funneled towards hurting the fandoms.

It was the exact same deal with Scott Cawthorn.

So while the first post says "Hogwarts Legacy does not exist in a vacuum" and that is completely true, it is effectively helping the harmful part (the funding and spread of harmful policies), while also shutting down (creating a vacuum on) the counter of the people being harmed by it.

Surely, we can all agree, if we support trans' rights, that this kind of situation must be incredibly frustrating for LGBTQ members?

@Richnj 🍻

@GoodOlDubs Don’t let the door hit you on the way out

@marnelljm Nice.

@pushsquare, This what you want for people to read? I’m offering constructive feedback to make this website better. What you’re doing instead is made people like this feel more emboldened.

@TeapotBuddha hey, thanks. Appreciate it. And I agree. That or an unwillingness to entertain other perspectives. I’m hoping they will see a little work will go a long way.