You will soon be able to experience an enhanced version of the game on Nintendo Switch 2, with improved visuals and other great features. Here’s all you need to know and how to pre-order!

Yes, gaming aficionados amongst you will be all too aware of the upcoming launch of Nintendo Switch 2, the evolution of the Nintendo Switch, which first launched in 2017.

On 24th April, Hogwarts Legacy for Switch 2 will be available for pre-order right here - and you can even check out this handy comparison video to see how the game will look on the new console.

How on earth you fit an entire wizarding castle into such a tiny thing continues to bewitch us, but perhaps the good folks down at WB Games and Avalanche have mastered the Undetectable Extension Charm.


Here's the changes to look out for if you want to play Hogwarts Legacy on Nintendo Switch 2.

Improved Visuals

Experience deeper immersion with significantly upgraded graphics, including DLSS support, improved lighting, shadows, animation quality, anti-aliasing, just to name a few.

Smoother Traversal

Seamlessly traverse the open-world and cross into Hogsmeade and its shops without loading screens!

Increased Flight Speed

Soar over the Hogwarts grounds and beyond with smoother frame rates and faster load times thanks to performance upgrades on Nintendo Switch 2.

Improved Resolution

Experience improved resolution of up to 1440p and HDR in docked mode with a compatible TV and up to 1080p in handheld mode.

Joy-Con 2 Controllers as Mouse Support

Play how you want with the option to use the Joy-Con 2 Controllers as Mouse functionality.

We’ll keep you posted when Hogwarts Legacy becomes available for Nintendo Switch 2 – but for now, you can learn more about the open-world game at our official hub – and even learn how to link accounts with us!