Hogwarts Legacy's magic weakens, losing spell on players. Here's why
Despite its initial success, the decline in player count may not come as a surprise to many, as the game is purely single-player
The magical world of Hogwarts has been a hot topic in the gaming industry since the release of Hogwarts Legacy earlier this year. The action-RPG game took the gaming community by storm, breaking records and becoming the best-selling game of 2023 thus far. However, recent reports indicate that Hogwarts Legacy's player count has dropped by a staggering 47.44% in just one month since launch.
Despite its initial success, the decline in player count may not come as a surprise to many, as the game is purely single-player, with no multiplayer component to keep players engaged in the long-term. This means that most people played the game upon its release and moved on to other things, as it was designed to be completed and then left behind.
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While the drop in player count may seem alarming, it is worth noting that this data only applies to the Steam version of the game. The player count on Xbox and PlayStation consoles may have dropped less or more than Steam, and the game's last-gen versions and Switch port haven't even been released yet, which could potentially boost player count.
It's also important to consider that the success of Hogwarts Legacy cannot be measured solely by its concurrent player count. The game received positive reviews from critics and broke Twitch viewership records, making it one of the biggest games of the year. It's even possible that Hogwarts Legacy may become the best-selling game of 2023.
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Fans of the game can expect a possible increase in player count in the future, such as with a price drop or the release of DLC expansion. Regardless of its player count, Hogwarts Legacy remains a captivating and magical adventure that has enchanted fans around the world.
