SomeHogwarts Legacyplayers are finding their pre-orders for the game are being canceled.Hogwarts Legacyis easily one of 2023’s most anticipated games, and its release date is right around the corner. ManyHarry Potterfans will soon have the chance to explore an open world version of Hogwarts, but not everyone will get to jump in on day one.TheHogwarts Legacyrelease date situation has become quite confusing. On February 7, those that have pre-ordered the Digital Deluxe or Collector’s Edition ofHogwarts Legacywill get to start their adventure, despite the fact that the game’s official release date isn’t until February 10. The February dates only apply to those playing on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X; those on PS4 and Xbox One will have to wait until April 4 to play the game. And finally, the Nintendo Switch version ofHogwarts Legacywon’t be available until July 25.RELATED:Hogwarts Legacy Confirms How Many Achievements/Trophies Will Be in the GameAs if this whole situation wasn’t confusing enough, now someHogwarts Legacyfans have had their pre-orders canceled. Various posts on social media have shown thatHogwarts Legacyplayers are getting their pre-orders canceled and are confused as to why. WB Games Support has responded to those inquiring about their canceledHogwarts Legacypre-orders, and it apparently is because of thePS4/Xbox One version delay. This version of the game is included in the Digital Deluxe Edition for the PS5 and Xbox Series X versions, which is causing the pre-order cancelation. Anyone impacted on PS5 and Xbox Series X should be able to pre-order the game again with no problem.
The reason why manyHarry Potterfans have pre-ordered theDigital Deluxe Edition ofHogwarts Legacyis because of the added goodies it comes with. Retailing for $79.99,Hogwarts Legacyplayers that spring for the Digital Deluxe Edition get 72 hours early access, a Thestral mount, a Dark Arts-themed Battle Arena, and Dark Arts-themed cosmetics, including a Garrison Hat. The real draw is the early access, of course, but the other bonuses are icing on the cake.
It should be pointed out that those picking upHogwarts Legacyon PlayStation are getting the most complete experience.Hogwarts Legacyhas some PlayStation-exclusive contentfor players to check out, including an entire quest set in Hogsmeade.
Hogwarts Legacylaunches February 10 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X, with the PS4 and Xbox One versions coming April 4 and the Nintendo Switch port dropping July 25.
