Hogwarts Legacy to Exclude a Multiplayer, Focus on Single-player

PlayStation hosted a State of Play event yesterday, the main focus of which was the upcoming Hogwarts Legacy. Fans got a good look at various gameplay mechanics, something they had been asking for since the game was announced. There was a lot to unpack from the gameplay trailer, especially considering the game is scheduled for a launch around the holiday season before the year ends. 

In the trailer, we got a look at the spell combat system, the house common rooms, and the various extracurricular activities players could try out. After the 14-minute showcase, Avalance Software devs shared some more insight into the game and concept art. The game’s website has also gone live since the announcement with an elementary FAQ that has been updated to answer questions fans may have after the showcase. 

Some of the FAQs you can find on the website include topics such as, “Will players establish friendships in Hogwarts Legacy?” and “Can players choose their Hogwarts house in Hogwarts Legacy?” However, there is one question in particular that fans have been asking, despite the previous statements on Hogwarts Legacy’s multiplayer components.  

One question directly asks,

Does Hogwarts Legacy have online or co-op gameplay?

FAQ

Hogwarts Legacy is a single-player experience and does not have online or co-op gameplay.

FAQ

This might not be a surprise to many if fans have kept up with the information shared by Avalance in the past. A direct, official confirmation goes a long way in setting fans’ expectations, and now they know exactly what they will be getting into at launch. 

While it would have been fun to have your friends online to explore Hogwarts, the game focuses on NPC companion relationships that appear to branch into their own quest paths. While dueling other players online would have been undoubtedly fun, Hogwarts Legacy has many features the devs hope will keep the players entertained. 

About Hogwarts Legacy

Hogwarts Legacy is an open-world RPG from Avalanche Studio. The game places the player in the wizarding school of Hogwarts, allowing them to witness the iconic locations as a character other than Harry Potter. 

The game has an expansive map that makes the game very immersive, even for people who are yet to read the books or watched the movie.

The mysterious, gripping storyline, with the vast areas to explored, either on foot or broomstick, makes it even more real life.