Hogwarts Legacy' has been such a blast to play, especially with all the little nods to the Harry Potter universe. Luna Lovegood isn’t actually in the game, which makes sense since it’s set in the late 1800s—way before her time. But the game does a fantastic job capturing her vibe through other quirky characters and hidden Easter eggs. The Care of Magical Creatures class, for instance, feels like something Luna would adore, with its focus on odd and wonderful beasts. I kinda wish they’d slipped in a Lovegood ancestor as a wink to fans, but the game’s original characters are charming enough to make up for it.
Exploring the open world, I kept half-expecting to stumble upon a blonde, dreamy student rambling about Nargles. The devs clearly knew fans would look for her, so they sprinkled in enough whimsy to keep that Luna-esque spirit alive. It’s not the same, but it’s close enough to make me smile while I’re chasing demiguises or dodging trolls.