The petition rallying against live service elements in Hogwarts Legacy 2 continues to gather momentum. Initially launched in March this year, it has drawn the attention of many fans. Thousands of enthusiasts are advocating for a sequel free from live service features.
Currently, 8,831 people have signed the petition urging that Hogwarts Legacy 2 steer clear of becoming a live service game. The game’s development has been confirmed, but detailed information about what it will include remains scarce. Despite the mystery surrounding its direction, there’s a significant push from WB for more of its titles to introduce live service elements. This is evidenced by executive statements and games like Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, which sparked debate due to its extensive incorporation of live service components. Given the potential drawbacks that live service elements can bring to traditional games, it’s no wonder many Hogwarts Legacy fans are anxious about the sequel.
The petition on Change.org aimed at keeping Hogwarts Legacy 2 more like the original rather than shifting to a live service model, started back in March, and as mentioned by ComicBook, it’s still attracting signatures. The petition has gained significant traction, collecting 8,831 signatures to date, but realistically, fans may want to temper their expectations. Game companies often overlook such petitions, making it unlikely that this will influence the development or creative decisions for Hogwarts Legacy 2.
However, this doesn’t guarantee that Hogwarts Legacy 2 will end up as a live service game. The original Hogwarts Legacy was a massive sales hit, possibly encouraging WB to retain its formula without major overhauls. By adding live service elements, there’s a risk of alienating the original game’s fanbase, potentially hurting future sales. On the flip side, some executives might see skipping live service features as a missed financial opportunity.
A potential compromise could be introducing a multiplayer mode with live service elements, coupled with a robust single-player campaign. This setup might satisfy both the company’s desire for microtransactions and fans’ longing for a comprehensive single-player Wizarding World experience.
Ultimately, fans are left waiting in anticipation for more concrete news on Hogwarts Legacy 2. As it stands, there’s still a long wait ahead before any official reveal. In the meantime, fans will need to make do with the original game, although it’s disappointing that there are no major DLCs in the pipeline to enjoy.
