Nintendo Switch players are eagerly awaiting their chance to experience the magic of Hogwarts Legacy, and new screenshots have finally given them a glimpse of what to expect. However, as is often the case when a current-gen game is adapted for older consoles, graphical compromises are inevitable.
Hogwarts Legacy made its initial debut on Xbox Series X/S, PC, and PS5 in February 2023, later becoming available on last-gen consoles (PS4 & Xbox One) in May.
The Nintendo Switch release is slated for November 14. While the wait for Switch players is almost over, the trade-off for experiencing a game designed for current-gen hardware on an older console is a reduction in graphical quality.
So, Nintendo finally shared screenshots of Hogwarts Legacy on Switch.#NintendoSwitch #HogwartsLegacy
Here are some comparisons: pic.twitter.com/6u9EiHww6P— Gerard (@gets0410) October 18, 2023
This dip in visual fidelity is noticeable in the new screenshots, which were made available on Nintendo’s website. Understandably, the Nintendo Switch lacks the processing power of its current-gen counterparts, resulting in a visual downgrade.
Shortly after the release of these screenshots, fans wasted no time in comparing the game across different platforms. Surprisingly, many found the Switch port to be a commendable effort and praised developer Avalanche Software for their dedication to the project, much like the positive reception of the Hogwarts Legacy PS4 port.
Hogwarts Legacy runs at 20fps on Switch, all new graphics as well. https://t.co/fnbvECAv9k pic.twitter.com/TrviCiM4rS
— BH (@BHoward81) October 17, 2023
Commenting on the Switch version’s potential, one Reddit user said, “Interested in how it’ll look handheld with the frame rate being the deal breaker,” while another added, “If the framerate is stable, it’d be a pretty good experience.” Predictably, fans have also shared memes and humorous comparisons, including likening the Switch version to the nostalgic PS1 Hagrid.
For those seeking magical adventures beyond Hogwarts Legacy, there are other enchanting options on the horizon. Spells & Secrets, a magical co-op roguelike, allows players to team up with friends to defend Greifenstein wizard school.
Leaked screenshot of Hogwarts Legacy running on the Nintendo Switch: https://t.co/HYz1AVlaU9 pic.twitter.com/5uofr0QJe3
— Somber (@thesombergamer) October 17, 2023
Additionally, Spellcaster University, a mystical management simulator, lets players choose to run their own version of Hogwarts or a black magic academy. Both of these games are set to come to the Nintendo Switch later this year or in the near future. As the release date for Hogwarts Legacy on Nintendo Switch approaches, fans eagerly anticipate how the game will perform visually on the platform.
