You're wiser than I am! I was still awake at midnight so I ended up loading up the game and then playing until 2am. I only went to bed because I knew I should over actually wanting to and I am very much regretting it this morning - I've a meeting in an hour and my brain is mush. Although, upside, once it's over I can go home and play more....I can't wait to dive into it after I'm done being a responsible adult for the day.
I'm about four hours in (I don't have much time during the week to play) and Hogwarts is definitely a maze in itself, thank goodness for the mini map and the magical guide you can activate from your book. Overall though I'm just blown away by how much there is to do outside of the main quests, I can't wait to explore more over the weekend and hopefully get better at combat as I suck at it so far.I'm about 11 hours in and absolutely loving it. I've been avoiding big RPGs of late because I am under a never-ending pile of work and away from home a lot at the moment, but this one is 100% worth it.
Also, they've nailed the location. It really does feel like the Scottish Highlands. Some of the regional references are a bit heavy-handed at times, but maybe that's just because I live in and constantly travel throughout the Highlands.
I got lucky in that the early access lined up perfectly with some pre-scheduled time off where I'd actually be home for a few days straight for a change. However, I'm going to be away from home for three nights this coming week and I'm definitely going to be missing my PS5 while I'm gone. The downside to home consoles!I'm about four hours in (I don't have much time during the week to play) and Hogwarts is definitely a maze in itself, thank goodness for the mini map and the magical guide you can activate from your book. Overall though I'm just blown away by how much there is to do outside of the main quests, I can't wait to explore more over the weekend and hopefully get better at combat as I suck at it so far.
If it weren't almost 2am I'd keep going. I can't remember the last time I enjoyed an action RPG this much. 
I haven't visited the Highlands yet as I've just unlocked Hogsmede and about to go toe to toe with the troll, but I did finally get to customise my wand and some of the wand handles I've seen online and flippin' beautiful so I can't wait to get my hands on some of those. Honestly every screen shot I see from other players just makes me excited to get to that point, I can't get enough of the game and how beautiful it is. I feel like those of us with a next generation console are lucky so and so's right now.I got lucky in that the early access lined up perfectly with some pre-scheduled time off where I'd actually be home for a few days straight for a change. However, I'm going to be away from home for three nights this coming week and I'm definitely going to be missing my PS5 while I'm gone. The downside to home consoles!
The castle is indeed a maze! 20hrs in (I may have overdid it today*) and I still cannot navigate around it without the guide. I think I'd end up very frustrated if there wasn't a map and navigational tools available. I also rely very heavily on floo powder. Have you explored the Highlands much yet? I avoided trailers/news and had no idea how much there would be to do outside of Hogwarts itself. I'm definitely not complaining though!
*I'm only turning it off now because my eyelids are heavy.
Couple of screenshots I like from playing today:
I'm playing it on Xbox and it's a ridiculously beautiful game, I keep taking screenshots and posting it on my Instagram gaming account, but be prepared to get addicted to the game as well as enjoy it though. There's so much to see and do as well which I am loving alongside the main quests.
Some twitter and people on other forums called for a boycott due to comments made by J.K. Rowling. Some are taking it further by bothering streamers and v-tubers that play it. So maybe expect drama?
I'm surprised there isn't a dedicated thread for this one already! Anyway, Hogwarts Legacy is coming out this week for PS5, Xbox X|S, and PC. Is anyone else looking forward to this one?
I'm currently preloading it ahead of the digital deluxe early access going live tomorrow. I'm really looking forward to it!
Release Date by Platform:
February 10, 2023 on PS5, Xbox X|S, and PC.
April 4, 2023 on PS4 and Xbox One.
July 25, 2023 on Nintendo Switch.
There's been drama around this game for months and its got worse since it was released on Tuesday for Digital Deluxe owners, those that are against the game are just angry that their boycott failed so they're now going round posting spoilers instead. It's pathetic.
the only coins I’ve collected is from finding little bags around the place.
Once you unlock Hogsmede sell any gear thats got a green or blue background as they won't help you when it comes to combat. I hoarded enough until my gear slots were full and then I went to any of the shops where I can purchase items and sold the lot. It has since allowed me to buy better gear from Gladrags Wizardwear whilst I hunt down/unlock more as I progress through the game.I’ve only played 3 hours worth but I’m loving it
How else do I make money?
And people tell me I'm weird for drinking coffee in the shower...I don't plan on buying the game, but I've been watching my friend play it and he enjoys exploring the toilets so far.
He also found a potion brew making toilet stall.
As @TalviSyreni says above, the best way to make money is to sell gear. I only keep hold of the items I'm actively using. You can transmog items to look like any other item you have previously owned so don't feel you need to hang onto something solely for appearances.I’ve only played 3 hours worth but I’m loving it
How else do I make money?
