Hogwarts Legacy 2 will reportedly connect to HBO’s Harry Potter series, which premieres on Christmas Day; here’s what that could mean

The Wizarding World is preparing for yet another return to Hogwarts this time through both television and video games. Warner Bros. Discovery has officially confirmed that a sequel to Hogwarts Legacy is in development, ending months of speculation among fans. The Wizarding World announcement also brings a very interesting possibility. Hogwarts Legacy 2 is reportedly being developed alongside HBO’s Harry Potter series, which is scheduled to premiere on Christmas Day. The Wizarding World and the Harry Potter series could share parts of a larger story. The information is taken from NME, Polygon and Collider.

How did Warner Bros. confirm Hogwarts Legacy 2?

The confirmation came in Warner Bros. Discovery’s second-quarter 2026 letter to shareholders. The company discussed its gaming plans and included the sequel among the projects expected to support future growth. “We expect games to more meaningfully contribute to segment profitability going forward as our pipeline expands, including the second installment of Hogwarts Legacy.”


The announcement says another game is on the way. Warner Bros. hasn't shared its official title, release date or which platforms it will be on. The first Hogwarts Legacy came out in 2023. Was a big hit. It sold over 12 million copies in two weeks, even though some people called for a boycott because of author J.K. Rowling’s anti-trans views.

Players took on the role of a fifth-year student at Hogwarts tied to magic and drawn into a struggle with goblins and dark wizards. The game also let fans explore the Wizarding World in ways that went beyond the stories of Harry, Ron and Hermione.

Will Hogwarts Legacy 2 share its story with HBO’s Harry Potter series?

The biggest talking point surrounding the sequel is its reported connection to HBO’s television adaptation. According to reports, the game’s developers are coordinating major storytelling elements with the HBO series. This could allow the two projects to share parts of the wider Wizarding World narrative. The original game was set around 100 years before the events of the Harry Potter books, taking players back to the 1890s. The new project could take a different approach by connecting more closely with the television adaptation.

HBO’s Harry Potter series is scheduled to premiere on December 25.

What does this mean for the future of Hogwarts Legacy?

Warner Bros. had previously faced questions about the sequel after reports that planned downloadable content for the original game was scrapped so developers could focus on a high-priority follow-up. The company's gaming division has also been going through a reset following disappointing releases, including Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League and MultiVersus.

In February, gaming boss JB Perrette said 2027 and 2028 would bring the return of major franchises. Fans know that Hogwarts Legacy 2 is officially in development. How closely its story will connect with HBO’s series remains to be seen.