A recently initiated petition is urging Warner Bros. to steer away from transforming the yet-to-be-announced sequel to Hogwarts Legacy into a live service game. The original Hogwarts Legacy achieved unprecedented success, setting records upon its release and dominating as the top-selling game of 2023. Given the triumph of Hogwarts Legacy, fans are eagerly anticipating the sequel to surpass its predecessor. However, concerns loom over Hogwarts Legacy 2, even before any official confirmation of its development.
The news of Warner Bros.' strategic shift towards live-service games has left many fans apprehensive about the future of the gaming franchise. This decision by Warner Bros. has stirred confusion among fans, especially considering the triumph of Hogwarts Legacy contrasted with the failure of the live-service Suicide Squad game. Despite this, Warner Bros. is resolute in its commitment to live-service models, sparking worries among fans about the fate of Hogwarts Legacy 2.
Fretful enthusiasts of Hogwarts Legacy have taken action by launching a petition on Change.org, aiming to dissuade the development of the unconfirmed Hogwarts Legacy 2 as a live-service game. At present, 780 individuals have endorsed the petition. Nevertheless, even if this petition gains significant traction and garners numerous signatures, its impact on Warner Bros.' future strategies is likely to be minimal.
Worries Among Hogwarts Legacy Enthusiasts
If a sequel to Hogwarts Legacy adopts the live-service approach, questions arise regarding its potential implementation. The game might focus on offering paid DLC cosmetics, or it could transition from a single-player action-RPG to a multiplayer-centered experience. While some fans might relish the opportunity to explore Hogwarts castle alongside friends, others worry about alienating the dedicated Harry Potter fanbase that embraced the original Hogwarts Legacy.
A plausible compromise could involve incorporating optional multiplayer features into a robust single-player adventure for Hogwarts Legacy 2. Introducing Quidditch for competitive online play might cater to multiplayer enthusiasts, while keeping the core experience intact. However, with a standalone Quidditch multiplayer game already in the works, this may not be viable for Hogwarts Legacy 2.
Regardless of its eventual form, the immense financial success of Hogwarts Legacy all but guarantees the arrival of Hogwarts Legacy 2 at some point. Whether it materializes as a live-service game or aligns more closely with its predecessor remains uncertain, leaving fans anxious for concrete details.