Hogwarts Legacy: Switch 2 – Is it worth the upgrade?
Is The Switch 2 upgrade worth it?
Alright Omega Gamers, let’s talk magic, gaming, and the new hardware on the block! We’ve seen the hype around Hogwarts Legacy hitting various platforms, and now it’s making a grand entrance on the shiny new Nintendo Switch 2. For those who explored the wizarding world on the original Switch (or are thinking about jumping in), the big questions are definitely: Will it be good on Switch 2? And is upgrading worth your Galleons? Let’s dive into what the sources reveal.
Step Back into the 1800s Wizarding World
Just to set the stage, Hogwarts Legacy lets you experience the world first introduced in the Harry Potter books, but set in the 1800s. You play as a student who’s key to an ancient secret, giving you the chance to be the hero of your own adventure. It’s an immersive, open-world action RPG where you can roam iconic locations like Hogwarts, Hogsmeade, the Forbidden Forest, and the surrounding areas.
Your journey involves learning spells, brewing potions, growing plants, and taking care of magical beasts. You’ll get sorted into your house, build relationships, and hone your skills to shape the witch or wizard you want to become. The game presents a new story in this era, where you’ll uncover a hidden truth and face off against threats like trolls, Dark Wizards, and goblins
The Nintendo Switch 2 version is officially set to release on June 5, 2025, launching right alongside the console. It’s being co-developed by Avalanche Software and Krome Studios, and published by Warner Bros. Games under the Portkey Games label.
The Switch 2 Advantage: More Than Just Magic?
Now, for the crucial part: how will it actually play on the new hardware? The sources give us some promising details. The Hogwarts Legacy edition for Nintendo Switch 2 is explicitly described as being “enhanced for Nintendo Switch™ 2”. These enhancements cover several key areas:
• Improved graphics
• Improved audio
• Improved load times
• Improved controls
• Joy-Con™ 2 mouse sensor support
A gameplay trailer specifically highlights “visual improvements over the Switch version”. These technical bumps suggest a potentially smoother, better-looking, and more responsive experience compared to the original Switch release, which had its performance limitations.
Is the Upgrade Worth It for Existing Switch Owners?
This is the big question for many in the Omega Gaming World community who might already own the game on the original Switch. The improved technical aspects mentioned above are certainly a point in favor of the Switch 2 version. If the “improved graphics” and “load times” deliver a noticeably better experience, that alone could be compelling.
But there’s also a financial incentive noted in the sources: Players who already own Hogwarts Legacy on the original Switch, whether digital or physical, are eligible for a discount on the digital edition for Switch 2. If you have the physical Switch version, you’ll need to download something specific in-game on the Switch 2 console to see the available discount when you check the Nintendo eShop. This discount structure makes the upgrade option more accessible financially if you’re already invested in the game and plan on getting the new console.
Pricing and What Else You Need to Know
For those who haven’t picked up the game yet, the Standard Edition for Switch 2 (both Physical and Digital) will be available for $59.99. There’s also a Digital Deluxe Edition priced at $69.99. Pre-orders are available now.
Other details confirmed in the sources include:
• A game file size of 23.4 GB.
• Support for TV mode, Tabletop mode, and Handheld mode, all for single-player only.
• ESRB rating of Blood, Fantasy Violence, Mild Language, Use of Alcohol In-Game Purchases.
• Support for Save Data Cloud backup via a Nintendo Switch Online membership.
• Support for Touch Screen and Surround sound (linear PCM).
Omega Gaming World’s Takeaway
Based strictly on what we have seen so far, the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Hogwarts Legacy is positioned as a definitively enhanced experience compared to its original Switch counterpart. The promise of improved graphics, audio, load times, and controls, plus the new Joy-Con 2 support, suggests a more polished magical adventure.
For existing Switch owners, the upgrade discount is a significant factor to consider alongside these technical enhancements. If you’re planning to get a Switch 2 anyway and want the best portable version of Hogwarts Legacy, this seems like the one to get.
Are you planning your return to Hogwarts on the Switch 2? Let us know in the comments what you’re most excited about (or curious about) regarding this release!
