The release of the much-anticipated Harry Potter RPG game, Hogwarts Legacy, has been delayed again for its PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions. Developed by Avalanche Software and published by Warner Bros. Games, the game was initially expected to be released on April 4th, 2023, but it has now been postponed to May 5th, 2023.
The developer took to Twitter to make the announcement, stating that the delay was due to the need for more time to provide the best possible gaming experience on all platforms. In their tweet, they expressed their gratitude for the overwhelming response from fans globally and acknowledged the patience and support of their audience.
Hogwarts Legacy is an open-world action-adventure game that takes players back in time to the late 1800s, where they can create their own custom witch or wizard and immerse themselves in the wizarding world. The game offers a branching story, dynamic combat, magical creatures, and iconic locations from the Harry Potter franchise. The game has been receiving positive reviews and is currently available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series consoles.
To enjoy the game on a PC, certain system requirements must be met. These include a 64-bit Windows 10 operating system, an Intel Core i5-6600 or AMD Ryzen 5 1400 processor, a minimum of 16 GB of RAM, and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 4GB or AMD Radeon RX 470 4GB graphics card. Furthermore, at least 85 GB of free disk space is required to play the game. To have a better experience, the recommended system requirements suggest an Intel Core i7-5820K or AMD Ryzen 5 2600 processor and a GeForce RTX 3060 Ti or Radeon RX 6700 XT graphics card.
Although the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions are experiencing another delay, the Nintendo Switch version is set to be released on July 25th, 2023. Fans of the Harry Potter franchise and gamers alike eagerly await the release of the game, and the developers have assured players that the extra time taken for development is to ensure the best possible experience for all gamers.