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Throughout right now’s Nintendo Switch 2 Direct presentation, Warner Bros. and Portkey Video games introduced a Nintendo Switch 2 port of Hogwarts Legacy, the open-world journey set within the Harry Potter universe, which can launch with the console on June 5.
Recreation director Alan Tew from Avalanche Software program appeared in a quick section in the course of the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct, the place he confirmed that Hogwarts Legacy can have “enhanced graphics” and “seamless world transitions” on Nintendo Switch 2. The sport will even use the Pleasure-Con 2’s mouse controls, and whereas particular mechanics weren’t talked about, footage confirmed the player-character flying on a broomstick whereas the mouse controls have been talked about.
Hogwarts Legacy is one among many third-party video games confirmed for the Switch 2’s launch lineup. Cyberpunk 2077: Final Version, future installments of Madden NFL and EA Sports activities FC, Cut up Fiction, Road Fighter 6, and Ultimate Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade have been additionally confirmed in the course of the presentation.
Nintendo introduced a number of first-party video games coming to Switch 2 as nicely, with Mario Kart World confirmed as a launch title for the console–including a bundle that features Switch 2 and Mario Kart for a reduced worth. Different first-party Nintendo video games embrace Donkey Kong Bananza, and upgraded editions of each Legend Of Zelda video games for the primary Switch: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom.
Hogwarts Legacy is developed by Avalanche Software program, a subsidiary of Warner Bros. Interactive Leisure. The sport has been embroiled in controversy as a result of transphobic remarks from Harry Potter creator JK Rowling. Though she is just not personally concerned with its growth, she stands to revenue from its success. For extra, learn our in-depth article on how Rowling’s feedback have impacted the trans group. On this article, additionally, you will discover hyperlinks to trans creators you’ll be able to help, in addition to charities you’ll be able to donate to.