Summary

Avalanche Software has released a brand-new update forHogwarts Legacy, with this one specifically targeting the Nintendo Switch version of the game. Switch gamers had to wait quite a while to get their hands onHogwarts Legacy, but the wait is finally over.

WhenHogwarts Legacyfinally landed on the Switch, it received mixed reactions. While there are many who are happy withhowHogwarts Legacyruns on the Switch, there are others who are disappointed by the limitations in the Switch version. To get the massiveHogwarts Legacyrunning on the Switch, graphics had to be downgraded and many more loading screens had to be added, making what is an impressive open world experience on other platforms far less impressive.

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Still, there is some appeal to being able toplayHogwarts Legacyon the go, and so many Switch owners picked up the game regardless. Those that have purchasedHogwarts Legacyon Switch will be happy to know that Avalanche Software has issued a fresh update for the game that should improve its performance. The newHogwarts LegacySwitch update addresses a huge list of issues that have been plaguing the game, and so after downloading it, fans should have fewer glitches to worry about.

Glitches impacting characters and specific areas have been fixed with the latestHogwarts LegacySwitch update. This means that certain bugs in areas like the Highlands,Hogwarts castle, Hogsmeade, and more should no longer be an issue. No new features were added in the update, but it seems to be a rather comprehensive one in terms of bug fixes, so fans will likely appreciate it.

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This newHogwarts LegacySwitch update marks the first major update the open worldHarry Potteraction-RPG has seen since July when a patch was released for PS5. Prior to that, a couple ofHogwarts Legacyupdates dropped for PC, PlayStation, and Xbox in June. While all the game’s updates have been meant to improve the experience, there are some who believe that theHogwarts Legacyupdates have made the game worsein some respects. It will be interesting to see if anything similar is discovered by Switch gamers or if they come away satisfied with the update.

It’s unclear if there will be any additionalHogwarts Legacyupdates for Switch or other platforms. Many have called for Avalanche Software to add features like the ability tochange seasons inHogwarts Legacy, but it’s unclear if anything like that will actually be added to the game.

Hogwarts Legacy Switch Update Patch Notes

Build Version - 1181827

Developer Note - This patch addresses overall gameplay visual experience and stability improvements.

Hogwarts Legacy

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Hogwarts Legacy is an immersive, open-world action RPG set in the world first introduced in the Harry Potter books. For the first time, experience Hogwarts in the 1800s. Your character is a student who holds the key to an ancient secret that threatens to tear the wizarding world apart. Now you can take control of the action and be at the center of your own adventure in the wizarding world. Your legacy is what you make of it.Explore an Open WorldThe wizarding world awaits you. Freely roam Hogwarts, Hogsmeade, the Forbidden Forest, and the surrounding Overland area.Be the Witch or Wizard You Want to beLearn spells, brew potions, grow plants, and tend to magical beasts along your journey. Get sorted into your house, forge relationships, and master skills to become the witch or wizard you want to be Experience a New Wizarding World AdventureExperience the wizarding world in an unexplored era to uncover a hidden truth from its past. Battle against trolls, Dark Wizards, goblins, and more as you face a dangerous villain threatening the fate of the wizarding world.