The president of Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, David Haddad, has officially confirmed the production of Hogwarts Legacy 2 , a sequel to the game inspired by the Harry Potter universe. In an interview with Variety, Haddad highlighted that the development of the new title is a “big priority” for the studio, which is based on the sales success of the first game, which has already exceeded 30 million units sold.
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This commercial success drove Warner Bros.'s decision to to continue expanding the Hogwarts universe in video games. The impact of Hogwarts Legacy on the market and the wide acceptance of fans were also essential in defining the producer's plans. For the studio, public expectations are high, which requires in-depth work in the production of the second title.
Expansion of Hogwarts Legacy in the Harry Potter universe
Haddad stated that the team responsible for Hogwarts Legacy 2 is dedicating significant time to improving the universe created in the first game. According to the executive, the objective is not only to meet, but to exceed the expectations of players who are awaiting news. The intention is to enrich the narrative and interactive elements that made the first title popular.
The new game should introduce a plot that directly connects with the TV series based on JK Rowling's books, produced by HBO. Scheduled for 2026, the series aims to be faithful to the original material, bringing the public even closer to the stories they already know. This connection between the game and the television series will bring an expanded experience for fans.
Hogwarts Legacy 2 will have a narrative aligned with the HBO series
Hogwarts Legacy 2 also represents an integrated strategy from Warner Bros. by combining narrative elements between the new television production and the game. Although JK Rowling has limited participation in the game's development, she has been informed about the direction of the sequel through her literary agent. The intention is to ensure that the magical universe maintains cohesion between the different derivative products.
The HBO series, considered a reboot of Harry Potter, promises to revisit the saga with an approach closer to the books, pleasing both long-time fans and new generations. Thus, with this alliance, Warner hopes to explore the synergy between game and series, seeking to expand the reach of the stories that make up the young wizard's universe.
Sales success as a driving force for follow-up
The success of the first Hogwarts Legacy , which won over the public and sold more than 30 million copies, was decisive in confirming a sequel. This surprising result motivated Warner to invest more in the development of a new edition, with the aim of improving the players' experience and gaining loyalty from a growing fan base. With its popularity on the rise, the studio seeks to strengthen the franchise in video games and take advantage of the appeal that the Hogwarts universe has in pop culture.
The pressure, however, is great: Hogwarts Legacy 2 must meet the challenge of offering innovation and quality superior to that of the previous title. The open-world RPG game has won over the public since its launch, being the best-selling title of 2023. Therefore, this growth reflects the increase in sales throughout the year: from 12 million units sold in February 2023, the game rose to 15 million in May, reaching 24 million in January 2024.
Fan expectations and challenges for the development team
The production of Hogwarts Legacy 2 presents challenges for the team, which needs to reconcile innovation with preserving the identity of the Harry Potter universe. According to Haddad, Warner is aware of the responsibility to meet high expectations, which implies careful development and expansion of elements already explored in the first game.
With the launch of the new HBO series, Warner anticipates a growing demand for products related to the saga. Thus, seeking to capitalize on the impact of the television premiere and the popularity of the games.
