WB Reportedly Cancels Hogwarts Legacy Paid DLC

According to a recent Bloomberg report, Warner Bros. has canceled an unannounced paid DLC for the popular Harry Potter adventure game, Hogwarts Legacy. The planned story expansion was slated for release this year alongside a "Definitive Edition" of the game. However, the decision to cancel came this week, with sources citing that the content volume did not justify the proposed price tag. Warner Bros. did not respond to Bloomberg's request for comment on the matter.

This cancellation is part of a broader restructuring within Warner Bros.' gaming division, which has been grappling with financial challenges. Earlier this year, the company made significant moves, including canceling the Wonder Woman game and closing down the development studio, Monolith Productions, as well as WB San Diego and the MultiVersus studio, Player First Games. Additionally, layoffs at Rocksteady occurred just last September.

Despite these setbacks, Warner Bros. continues to emphasize the importance of Hogwarts Legacy and the Harry Potter franchise as key assets. The company has affirmed that a sequel to Hogwarts Legacy is "one of the biggest priorities," signaling a focus on larger, more impactful franchises. The original game has seen immense success, selling over 30 million copies.