Hogwarts Legacy sells over 12 million copies in 2 weeks post-release

Hogwarts Legacy has easily become the bestselling game in 2023 so far.

Hogwarts Legacy sells over 12 million copies in 2 weeks post-release

Hogwarts Legacy, the highly anticipated video game set in the Harry Potter universe, has taken the gaming world by storm. Selling over 12 million copies in just two weeks after its release, the game had fans eagerly waiting for years, and the massive sales figures are a testament to the huge impact that the Harry Potter franchise has.

Warner Bros. recently disclosed that in 2 weeks post-release, Hogwarts Legacy has earned the developers over $850 million through the 12 million copies that it has sold so far.

The game, set in the wizarding world of the late 1800s, allows players to explore the iconic Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry and its surrounding areas, as well as attend classes, learn spells, and battle against magical creatures. It allows players to create their own character and embark on a unique journey through the wizarding world created by J.K. Rowling.

Since the release of Hogwarts Legacy, fans have taken to social media to express their excitement and demand for a sequel. The hashtag #HogwartsLegacy has been trending on Twitter, with fans sharing their thoughts on the game and their hopes for the future of the franchise.

Many fans are already speculating about what a sequel could entail. Some are hoping for new areas of the wizarding world to be explored, while others are eager to see more of the iconic characters from the Harry Potter series make an appearance.

The possibilities for a sequel are endless, and fans are eagerly awaiting any news on what the future of the franchise might hold.

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The possibilities for a Hogwarts Legacy sequel and Avalanche Studios’ next steps

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The success of Hogwarts Legacy has also been a welcome distraction from the controversy surrounding author J.K. Rowling, who has been criticized for her views on transgender issues.

Despite the controversy, fans have shown that their love for the world of Harry Potter is stronger than ever, and the success of the game is a testament to that.

As for the developers, Avalanche Software, the success of the game has undoubtedly given them the green light to start working on a sequel. With the huge demand from fans and the potential for even more sales, it would be a missed opportunity not to capitalize on the success of the first game.

The success of Hogwarts Legacy has been nothing short of phenomenal, and the demand for a sequel is already high.

With the incredible world of Harry Potter and its characters at their disposal, the follow-up opens itself up to endless possibilities, and fans are anxiously awaiting any news on what the future of the franchise might hold.

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