Why Hogwarts Legacy is not a new story from JK Rowling
Hogwarts Legacy has been one of the most anticipated games of the past few years. The fantasy RPG title will take players into the highly beloved wizarding world, but of 1890, as the developers look to chart new territories set firmly in the mythos of the Harry Potter universe.
But the development of the title has not been smooth sailing. Hogwarts Legacy's association with J.K. Rowling, the celebrated author of the Harry Potter books, has caused much controversy and turmoil. The issue with the erstwhile lead designer of the project further plagued the title.
WB Games Avalanche has tried to distance Hogwarts Legacy from any direct association with the controversial author of the universe it is set in. They have stated that the game will not feature a story from Rowling but rather an original narrative.
J.K. Rowling courted controversy with her comments that many found to be transphobic. Potterheads, who had earlier found acceptance, love and diversity in the world of Harry Potter, were extremely surprised to see her problematic stance which threatened one of the most vulnerable communities in society.
Rowling has continued a protracted defense of her stance. She even explained the thought process behind her stance by publishing a long prose piece titled "J.K. Rowling Writes about Her Reasons for Speaking out on S*x and Gender Issues." For many, her statements and opinions were similar to those of TERF or trans-exclusionary radical feminism.
Ever since the reveal trailer that was released in 2020, conversations regarding Hogwarts Legacy have revolved around how much Rowling is involved with the title and how much she stands to gain from it. Some are worried that buying or engaging with the game will give her further social
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