Harry Potterhas a rich and esteemed legacy that has lasted for generations. Children grew up with the series as it evolved for its growing fanbase, with the series ending on a high note after Harry finally fulfilled the prophecy and defeated the evil Voldemort once and for all. However, even the end of the main series didn’t stop fans from faffing over anything and everything related to theHarry Potterseries, including a new game that has been raising eyebrows ever since it was announced.
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Hogwarts Legacyis bound to be one of the biggest gaming releases when it comes out next year, to the point where most fans find the wait to be quite excruciating already. After all, given the litany of spells in theHarry Potteruniverse, players can’t wait to see what all spells can be accessed in the game. Here are some of the most popular candidatesthat should definitely appear inHogwarts Legacy.
10Expecto Patronum
One of the most legendary spells in the entire series has to be the charm that protects users and their comrades from the debilitating effect of the Dementors. This was a crucial spell that Harry learned in the Prisoner of Azkaban to fight against the new threat of these Dementors.
The manner in which this spell evolves to become a stag is one of the most awe-inspiring moments in the series. Hopefully, this moment can be replicated inHogwarts Legacyas well.
9Alohomora
The iconic lock-opening spell that has become a staple of the series definitely needs to make a return inHogwarts Legacy. After all, the concept of locked doors can be used brilliantly to spice up exploration in the game.
It wouldn’t be a stretch to say that players can be blocked from accessing certain areas until they learn the Alohomora spell. Such kind of level design canallow for a Metroidvania style of exploration, with the game world slowly opening up as players unlock more spells to use in the game.
8Expelliarmus
At its heart, Expelliarmus is a simple disarming spell that can be used to prevent an opponent from casting spells. However, it’s a testament to Harry’s proficiency in offensive spells that he managed to turn this spell into his signature attack.
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The fact that this spell ultimatelyallowed Harry to defeat Voldemortonce and for all is a testament to just how useful it really is. It would be a major surprise if Expelliarmus wasn’t featured inHogwarts Legacyin some capacity.
7Protego
Of course, simply going on the offensive in a wizard battle is bound to have negative repercussions. This is where the Protego spell comes into the picture.
Hogwarts Legacyis bound to have its fair share of enemies that can harm the player quite a bit. Thankfully, with Protego, players might be able to reduce or absorb enemy damage entirely!
6Apparition
Fast traveling is a crucial aspect of any video game with massive open worlds that can take a while to traverse. Given how massive Hogwarts as a school really is, it wouldn’t be a stretch to say that fast travel would become a necessity here as well.
However,there’s a way for wizards to travel around quickly by Apparating. While this might be a complex technique, it would still be cool to find out whether players will have the ability to move around quickly using this technique inHogwarts Legacy.
5Obliviate
Obliviate is easily going to be one of the hardest spells to integrate inHogwarts Legacyfrom a gameplay standpoint. After all, it’s going to be really challenging to explain why memory loss needs to be a gameplay mechanic at all!
So, it’s a safe bet that Obliviate won’t be present inHogwarts Legacy. It’s a shame, since making enemies lose their memory would be so entertaining otherwise!
4Petrificus Totalus
One of the coolest spells inHarry Pottercompletely petrifies an opponent and prevents them from taking any action at all. It helps that the spell’s name sounds incredibly cool too!
Petrificus Totalus is an iconic spell fromHarry Potterthat should definitely be featured inHogwarts Legacyas well. After all, if Hermione could use it in her first year, then the player should be able to as well.
3Wingardium Leviosa
Speaking of iconic spells, it would be impossible to not mention Wingardium Leviosa in the same capacity as well.This levitation spell was an iconic part of the first movieand should appear inHogwarts Legacyas well.
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Moving objects out of your path or on top of an enemy are just a few of the many ways that Wingardium Leviosa could possibly be used in the game. It would open up a ton of possibilities inHogwarts Legacy, and failing to capitalize on its iconic nature would be a massive shame.
2Stupefy
In order to make combat inHogwarts Legacyinteresting, several spells that can be cast repeatedly should come into the picture. Stupefy is one such spell that will be a joy to use in battle.
Hitting enemies repeatedly with this spell is a great way to make combat fun and frenetic. WhetherHogwarts Legacywill use this spell for such an effect is anyone’s guess.
1The Unforgivable Curses
It goes without saying that the Unforgivable Curses are something that mere children won’t use in a school like Hogwarts. However, the idea of these spells being usable by the player in the game is still electrifying to imagine regardless.
The trinity of Crucio, Imperio, and Avada Kedavra has become infamous in the world ofHarry Potter. Regardless of whether the player will use it or not, it’s a safe bet thatthe Unforgivable Curses should make their way into the gamein some capacity or the other.
Hogwarts Legacyis set to release in 2022.
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