Hogwarts Legacy 2 News

2025

April 14

⚫︎ Exciting new job listings from Warner Bros. Discovery and Avalanche Software have surfaced, indicating they are hiring for an "Online Multiplayer RPG." This has ignited speculation that these roles could be for the much-anticipated Hogwarts Legacy sequel. The positions focus on key elements such as player progression, in-game economies, crafting, and monetization, pointing towards a significant RPG project. Although there's no official confirmation linking these listings directly to the Hogwarts Legacy sequel, they have fueled optimism among fans, especially after the reported cancellation of the original game's DLC in March of last year.

Read more: Hogwarts Legacy Studio Working on 'Online Multiplayer RPG' (Game Rant)

2024

November 6

⚫︎ Warner Bros. Interactive has officially confirmed the development of a sequel to the wildly successful Hogwarts Legacy, which has sold over 30 million copies since its 2023 launch. The sequel will weave narrative connections with the upcoming Harry Potter TV series set to premiere on HBO in 2026. This ambitious project aims to bridge the game's 1800s setting with the modern timeline of the series through shared themes and storytelling elements. Warner Bros. Interactive president David Haddad emphasized the collaborative efforts with Warner Bros. Television to create a cohesive narrative experience, underscoring the game's pivotal role in rekindling fan engagement within the Wizarding World.

Read more: Hogwarts Legacy 2 Ties With Harry Potter HBO Series Confirmed (Game8)

September 5

⚫︎ Following a period of speculation, Warner Bros. Discovery has officially announced the development of a sequel to Hogwarts Legacy. During the Bank of America’s 2024 Media, Communications & Entertainment Conference, CFO Gunnar Wiedenfels highlighted the sequel as a top strategic priority for the company. He stressed its crucial role in driving the growth of Warner Bros.’ gaming division, signaling strong commitment to expanding the Wizarding World through interactive entertainment.

Read more: Hogwarts Legacy 2 is One of the Biggest Priorities for WB Games (Game8)

August 4

⚫︎ In 2024, the buzz around Hogwarts Legacy 2 intensified with the emergence of a job listing for a Senior Producer at Avalanche Software, hinting at the development of a new open-world action RPG. This move solidified expectations of the franchise's expansion, following earlier comments from Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment’s president, David Haddad, about future projects within the Wizarding World.

Read more: Hogwarts Legacy 2 Speculation Rages With New Job Listing (Game8)