Hogwarts Legacy (February 10th, 2023) - Mod warning in OP

[The Nuge]

If they can't figure out how to run it on a decently on a base PS4 or X Box One that Switch version is never coming out or if it is, the state it will be in will be interesting.

Does anyone actually play the Switch thinking it’s anything but a handheld with a dock though? I view mine the same way I view my Vita. It’s fun for on the go, and playing exclusives, but if I care about graphics or a modern experience, that’s not the console in using. Just nerf the graphics until it runs and tell people “what did you expect trying to play it on a Switch?”. The PS4 and XBone ports should be harder imo, because there’s a higher expectation on what the consoles can do

 

[93LEAFS]

Does anyone actually play the Switch thinking it’s anything but a handheld with a dock though? I view mine the same way I view my Vita. It’s fun for on the go, and playing exclusives, but if I care about graphics or a modern experience, that’s not the console in using. Just nerf the graphics until it runs and tell people “what did you expect trying to play it on a Switch?”. The PS4 and XBone ports should be harder imo, because there’s a higher expectation on what the consoles can do

I think with this IP, there may be issues/backlash since Harry Potter has a huge fandom among kids and it might be their only device especially ones with less tech savy parents to understand the dramatic disparity between what they've seen advertised and what it performs at. Any somewhat tech-literate adult should understand what you are saying and expect that.

For me, an adult with multiple options on how to play this game? Absolutely. If I want a modern experience I'll most likely run it on my PC or my PS5 if the PC Port is underwhelming. Which is what I'll do for pretty much any AAA game, and use my Switch for indies I like (Streets of Rage 4, Hades, etc), less demanding 2d side scrollers (Sonic Mania, Rayman Legends, etc), and Nintendo exclusives. It's a device I like to use if traveling or just feel like playing in handheld. I do think the fact the Witcher 3, Nier Automata, and Doom Eternal were able to get decent ports out does raise expectations a bit.

 

[Osprey]

I'm curious how they're going to get it to run on the XB1 and PS4, which are both much slower than the minimum system requirements for the game that already assume 720p/30fps Low quality. To give an idea, they call for a CPU from 2017 and a GPU from 2016, but both consoles are from 2013. They'll likely have to invent a Super Low quality and get rid of most non-essential NPCs.

 

[x Tame Impala]

FYI, if you're on PC and hate the camera position, like me, you can use a mod to put it wherever you want. I have it centered on and further behind my character and am a lot happier now.

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Links and my instructions for setting it up:

Spoiler: CustomizableCamera

1. Download CustomizableCamera.
2. Download UE4SS (needed for the mod to work).
3. Download Blueprint_Apparate (needed for the mod's UI).
4. Unzip the "UE4SS" zip to <gamefolder>\Phoenix\Binaries\Win64.
5. Open UE4SS-settings.ini, scroll down to the [Debug] section and set GuiConsoleEnabled to 0 to disable the UE4SS window at startup.
6. Unzip the "CustomizableCamera" zip to <gamefolder>.
7. Unzip the "BP Apparate" zip to <gamefolder>\Phoenix\Content\Paks\~mods.
8. Run the game.
9. At the character load screen, press F8.
10. In the black window that appears, type "CameraUI" (no quotes) and hit Enter.
11. Exit the game. You may have to use Alt+F4 if the cursor disappeared.
12. Run the game and, this time, load your character.
13. Press F6 to display the CustomizableCamera UI.
14. Choose your settings, press Save, click on the X button to close and press F6 again in the future to edit the settings.

If, for whatever reason, my instructions don't work, just see the original instructions on the Description page at the first link.

Edit: I just discovered that I can approximate a 1st-person view by moving the camera in front of my character, though I'm not sure how playable it'll be.

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Man that’d be so nice on my Xbox.

 

[GabeTravels]

Just got Alohamora I and II thankfully...and finished the Daedalian Keys! Also done 2/3 Hogwarts Secrets. Certainly taking my time but still very much enjoying it.

 

[Dolemite]

YESSSSSSSSSSS

 

[Commander Clueless]

YESSSSSSSSSSS

Excellent.

But what we really need to know is if the protagonist still thinks that it seems like all roads lead to Hogsmeade?

 

[Khelandros]

They need to add in the option to lock your gear. If I turn off my glasses on one item, changing to an improved piece shouldn't reset my glasses being turned off.

 

[Hammettf2b]

They need to add in the option to lock your gear. If I turn off my glasses on one item, changing to an improved piece shouldn't reset my glasses being turned off.

This would be great. Small but very good QOL change

 

[x Tame Impala]

I wish there was a better reward for doing the treasure vault/caves. Other than that no major complaints at this point. It’s simple, fun, challenging when it needs to be, and set in a huge detailed world fans would love. Great game.

 

[Hammettf2b]

I wish there was a better reward for doing the treasure vault/caves. Other than that no major complaints at this point. It’s simple, fun, challenging when it needs to be, and set in a huge detailed world fans would love. Great game.

It sucks that the rewards are random. Makes exploring the caves pretty much useless unless you want to 100% the game.

 

[GreytWun]

It sucks that the rewards are random. Makes exploring the caves pretty much useless unless you want to 100% the game.

Agreed and they all seem to be basically the same design. Wish they had some more challenging ones. I stopped half way through the game trying to get the treasure since it wasn’t any better than regular chests you can find around the world.

 

[GabeTravels]

Productive lately! Got all of the Demiguise statues in Hogwarts, and unlocked Alohamora III.

Just did the next set of quests for Sebastian and Natty

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(Feldcroft and Highwing)

Missing two darn Field Guide pages from Hogsmeade... I'll find them eventually I'm sure.

The Vivarium is amazing and just makes me happy whenever I'm there. Probably the music helps.

Game is just... Really, really good.

 

[Dolemite]

Check this out. I want to see this in the game!!

::edit::

Chandler is the Community Manager for the game

 

[GabeTravels]

Check this out. I want to see this in the game!!

::edit::

Chandler is the Community Manager for the game

I don't curse them but it's fun to Levioso the cats, haha.

I feel bad when I accidently use basic cast instead of feeding/petting my beasts in the Vivarium and they scatter.

I just did the Hogsmeade sidequest with the shop...freaky as all hell, but enjoyable.

 

[John Price]

 

[PeteWorrell]

Talk about grasping at straws and looking for some confirmation bias.

 

[GabeTravels]

I'm about 60 hours in at this point...still really enjoying it but it definitely does get a tad repetitive.

The third trial was amazing from a storytelling and visual standpoint.

 

[x Tame Impala]

I'm about 60 hours in at this point...still really enjoying it but it definitely does get a tad repetitive.

The third trial was amazing from a storytelling and visual standpoint.

Yeah the first two are fairly similar but the last two are unique and fun

 

[LEAFANFORLIFE23]

So is it any good? It looks great but so did Forspoken and supposedly that's a dumpster fire.

 

[Hammettf2b]

So is it any good? It looks great but so did Forspoken and supposedly that's a dumpster fire.

A lot of ppl like it. Only way to find out if you will is to play it.

 

[LEAFANFORLIFE23]

A lot of ppl like it. Only way to find out if you will is to play it.

Not necessarily for example I haven't played the RE4 Remake yet,but I know I'm going to like it.

Spiderman 2 isn't even out for another 6-8 months yet but I know I'm going to like it

 

[Hammettf2b]

Not necessarily for example I haven't played the RE4 Remake yet,but I know I'm going to like it.

Spiderman 2 isn't even out for another 6-8 months yet but I know I'm going to like it

I don't know what to tell you. How are we supposed to know if you're are going to like it or not?

 

[GabeTravels]

So is it any good? It looks great but so did Forspoken and supposedly that's a dumpster fire.

I've never been an RPG guy...ever, but I really enjoy the game. Visually spectacular, extremely faithful to the source material. If you're even a casual HP fan you'll enjoy the setting.

Gameplay is engaging, albeit a bit repetitive. It is fun chaining different spells together and finding fun combos.

Story is decent so far. While not as deep as other Wizarding World lore, it's kept me engaged enough, and I'm excited to see where it ends up. I enjoy the tie-ins with the main books; they've done a good job with making references without being overly reliant on fan service. Some deeper cuts for sure!

I'd give it a 9/10 so far.

 

[Gardner McKay]

My hope is that the success of this game, being a single player only game, encourages more companies to move away from these shitty live service models with broken multiplayer being the only selling point.