Hogwarts Legacy 2 Cannot Ignore the Best Version of Quidditch Mechanics That Fixes a Fundamentally Broken Game

Hogwarts Legacy took the gaming world by storm, immersing players in the Wizarding World like never before. But as fans eagerly await the sequel, which Warner Bros. has confirmed to be “one of the biggest priorities in a couple of years down the road,” there’s one glaring omission from the first game that simply can’t be ignored: Quidditch.

Sure, soaring through the skies on a broomstick was a thrilling experience, but without the iconic wizarding sport, it felt like something was missing. Enter Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions, a game that may just hold the key to making Hogwarts Legacy 2 truly magical.

The Quidditch Conundrum and Its Solution

Let’s face it, Quidditch has always been a bit of a head-scratcher. With its complex rules and chaotic gameplay, it’s a sport that seems designed to be more fun to watch than to play. But that hasn’t stopped developers from trying to translate the magic of the fantastical sport into video game form.

Previous attempts have ranged from the simplistic (Harry Potter: Quidditch World Cup) to the downright bizarre (the Quidditch segments in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince). But Unbroken Studios may have finally cracked the code with their latest multiplayer offering.

By streamlining the rules and focusing on the most exciting aspects of the sport—the high-speed chases, the daring maneuvers, and the thrill of the catch—Quidditch Champions has created a version of Quidditch that feels both authentic and enjoyable to play. And that’s something that Avalanche Software simply can’t afford to ignore with Hogwarts Legacy 2.

Soaring to New Heights in Hogwarts Legacy 2

Of course, it’s not just about the mechanics of Quidditch itself. One of the most magical aspects of J.K. Rowling‘s iconic series has always been the sensation of flying, and it’s here that Quidditch Champions truly shines.

While broom flight in Hogwarts Legacy was certainly a novel experience, it quickly became clear that it was more of a means of transportation than a fully realized gameplay mechanic. In Unbroken Studios’ game, however, flying feels like an integral part of the experience.

From the responsive controls to the sense of speed and altitude, everything about flying in Quidditch Champions feels more engaging and immersive than in Hogwarts Legacy. And if the developers of Hogwarts Legacy 2 can take those lessons to heart, they could create a flying experience that truly captures the magic of the wizarding world.

But it’s not just about copying what Quidditch Champions has done. With the power of next-gen hardware and the lessons learned from the first game, Hogwarts Legacy 2 has the potential to take the ideas introduced in Quidditch Champions and expand upon them in new and exciting ways.

Imagine a full-fledged Quidditch tournament, with matches that feel like epic showdowns between rival houses. Picture a flying system that allows for even greater freedom and control, with players able to perform death-defying stunts and engage in aerial duels with dark wizards. The possibilities are endless, and they all start with looking at what Quidditch Champions has accomplished.

And who knows? Maybe this time around, we’ll finally get a Quidditch game that even Oliver Wood would be proud of!

What do you think? Should Hogwarts Legacy 2 take inspiration from Quidditch Champions, or should it forge its own path? Let us know in the comments below!