Ever since Sony announced Hogwarts Legacy at a PlayStation 5 event in late 2020, Harry Potter fans have been eager to know whether J.K. Rowling will make money off of Hogwarts Legacy. Since Harry Potter’s success, J.K. Rowling’s name has instead become synonymous with her transphobic beliefs, with some fans deciding to no longer support Rowling and her work. Warner Bros. has attempted to create distance between Hogwarts Legacy and J. K. Rowling, repeatedly stating that she’s not directly involved. However, Rowling will inevitably earn royalties from the game, and continue to profit greatly from the success of the Wizarding World brand, leaving Harry Potter fans feeling torn.

Hogwarts Legacy is an upcoming RPG developed by Avalanche Software and published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. Hogwarts Legacy was planned for release in 2021, before being delayed until late 2022. The upcoming game inspired by the Harry Potter series will be available on PC, as well as Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch consoles. Set in the 1800s, the open-world game precedes the timeline of J. K. Rowling’sHarry Potter books, as well as the Fantastic Beasts film series which she also penned.

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Since Hogwarts Legacy’s initial announcement, many have questioned J. K. Rowling’s involvement, as well as her remuneration for the upcoming game. While some argue that boycotting Harry Potter will have little impact on Rowling's financial status, others argue that continuing to support her brand helps maintain her platform and influence. While J. K. Rowling’s fortune shows no sign of dwindling, her reputation is no longer what it once was. During the height of COVID lockdowns, book

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