Nearly a year and a half after its initial release, Hogwarts Legacy continues to dominate the sales charts, once again leading in the United Kingdom. The highly-anticipated action RPG by Portkey Games made a significant impact upon its release in 2023, earning praise for its impressive visuals and deep character development. Set in the Wizarding World, the RPG has garnered numerous award nominations, including a nod for The Steam Awards’ “Game of the Year.” Now, the game is reportedly continuing its dominance well into 2024.

Sustained Success Since Launch

Since its February 2023 debut, Hogwarts Legacy has consistently been a sales powerhouse, frequently ranking high on sales charts. By its first anniversary in February 2024, the game had sold over 22 million copies, making it the best-selling game of 2023. Hogwarts Legacy outperformed other major releases of the year, such as The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Baldur’s Gate 3, which won “Game of the Year.” Seventeen months later, the game shows no signs of slowing down.

Recent Sales Milestones

As reported by PushSquare, Hogwarts Legacy has once again claimed the top spot on the UK’s weekly sales charts. For the week ending July 27, Hogwarts Legacy led the pack, outperforming titles like the newly released Lovestruck expansion for The Sims 4 and EA Sports FC 24. The list included other perennial best-sellers, with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe finishing fourth and the Switch version of Minecraft in sixth place. Hogwarts Legacy had also topped the UK sales charts in early June.

UK Sales Charts (Week Ending July 27):

  1. Hogwarts Legacy
  2. The Sims 4: Lovestruck
  3. EA Sports FC 24
  4. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
  5. Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD
  6. Minecraft (Switch)
  7. Grand Theft Auto V
  8. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt GOTY Edition
  9. Elden Ring
  10. Super Mario Bros. Wonder

Ongoing Support and Updates

The sustained success of Hogwarts Legacy is partly due to Portkey Games’ continuous support through new patches and updates. While the primary focus has been on stability and bug fixes, the developer has also added new content for players. The summer update released in June made the previously PlayStation-exclusive “Haunted Hogsmeade” quest available on all platforms and introduced a Photo Mode. This sizable patch also included new cosmetics for players to enjoy.

Anticipation for Future Updates

With ongoing support, fans are eagerly anticipating the rumored “Fall Update” planned for later this year. Recent leaks suggest that this major update could bring significant new content, sparking plenty of fan speculation. Potential additions include a New Game Plus mode, new spells, and new areas to explore, such as the iconic Chamber of Secrets. Although specific details are yet to be confirmed, the prospect of new content is exciting for Hogwarts Legacy enthusiasts.

Final Thoughts

Hogwarts Legacy’s continued success in the sales charts underscores its lasting appeal and the effective support from Portkey Games. As the game continues to receive updates and new content, its popularity shows no signs of waning. Fans can look forward to more magical adventures in the Wizarding World, as Hogwarts Legacy remains a beloved title in the gaming community.

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