Hogwarts Legacy 2 Doesn't Need To Be An RPG To Succeed

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is expected to follow in the first game's footsteps, and could be an improvement over its predessor in several ways. Ever since the original movie was released, fans of the series have been waiting for an immersive video game experience. While the wizarding world was touched on in games like and PlayStation games from the early 2000s, none has quite hit the mark like .

With its stunning visuals, engaging storyline, and the freedom to customize a character, the game truly brings the magic of Hogwarts to life like never before. Yet,there are still a few places where even falls short. Its shortcomings have left many yearning for more, and a sequel will hopefully fix some of the first game's issues.

While does a fantastic job of recreating the wizarding world, the school-life aspect feels incomplete. Classes like Potions, Charms, and Defense Against the Dark Arts are fun and visually impressive, but they're more like short tutorials than a regular part of Hogwarts life. You only attend these classes a few times, and they don't feel like part of the everyday experience of being a Hogwarts student.

Hogwarts Legacy was a great game, but it had a lot of bad gameplay mechanics that the sequel absolutely need to leave behind in order to succeed.

The lack of Quidditch is another big letdown. Flying on a broom is enjoyable, but not the same as competing in a full Quidditch match. Quidditch is such an important part of the universe, and not including it feels like a missed opportunity. Adding a full Quidditch experience with practices, matches, and rivalries would have made the game much more exciting for fans. Joining house teams, training with teammates, mastering specific roles, and competing for the Quidditch Cup would make the game more immersive and authentic to the Hogwarts experience.

is intended to be connected to the upcoming television series.

Beyond classes and Quidditch,the game doesn't include enough school-life activities to make players feel like part of the