What Do The Seasons and Time of Day Change?

Learn how changing time of day and seasons affects Hogwarts Legacy. Discover tips for collecting items and progressing through the story.

Hey there! So, you're probably wondering if messing with the clock or waiting for winter to hit makes a big difference in Hogwarts Legacy. Let's break it down so you know what's up.

Time of Day Changes:

While you can't miss out on any main quests just because it's dark out, the time of day definitely changes things. Classes, for instance, won't happen at night. If you've got a class scheduled and it's nighttime, you'll just have to wait for morning. Luckily, the game makes it pretty easy to skip ahead. You'll often see a circle on the ground in-game; walk into it and press the button prompt, and poof – time jumps forward. If you need to do it manually, you can use your map. It won't let you pick a specific time, but it'll advance you to the next major time frame (day or night). Keep in mind, some items are only visible or collectable at night, while others are strictly daytime finds. So, make sure you're exploring Hogwarts and the surrounding areas at all hours!

Season Changes:

The seasons in Hogwarts Legacy are mostly tied to your story progression. As you advance through the main plot, the seasons will change naturally. Don't worry too much about this affecting your gameplay – all your quests and collectibles will still be there, no matter the season. The biggest change is purely visual; the landscape will look different! Honestly, you should look forward to new seasons popping up because they often unlock a bunch of new side quests and collectibles. It keeps things fresh as you get deeper into the game.