While not crucial to the story, these events were occasionally brought up during the odd chapter that mentioned the History of Magic class. This time period was probably chosen so players could see a Goblin Rebellion firsthand. Hogwarts Legacy takes place during the 1800s, specifically the 1890s (via a PlayStation State of Play video). Well, unless you are a huge Harry Potter lore hound, that is. Just don’t go into Hogwarts Legacy expecting to encounter anyone you recognize. Unlike previous Harry Potter titles, this game also doesn’t hide progress behind a paywall and the image of a plant strangling a child. The game allows players to create their own Hogwarts students, wander around the school and its surrounding areas, learn magic spells, and embark upon various adventures. Hogwarts Legacy is every die-hard Harry Potter fan’s dream come true.
You can read more about Rowling’s history of transphobic remarks as well as find resources to support LGBTQ organizations here. Hogwarts Legacy is based on the Wizarding World universe created by J.K.
