Included in Hogwarts Legacy Deluxe Edition?

Wondering what extras come with Hogwarts Legacy Deluxe Edition? We break down the Dark Arts Pack, early access, and exclusive mounts so you can decide if it's worth the upgrade.

Alright, so you're eyeing the Hogwarts Legacy Deluxe Edition and wondering if that extra cash gets you something cool, right? Let's break down what you actually get for the bump in price, especially compared to the standard version. It's mostly about getting a head start and some neat cosmetic goodies.

The biggest perk for the Deluxe Edition, especially if you're on PC, PlayStation 5, or Xbox Series X/S, is the 72-hour early access. This means you can jump into the Wizarding World three days before everyone else, starting on February 7th instead of the official February 10th release date. Keep in mind, though, that if you're on older consoles like the PS4 or Xbox One, or the Nintendo Switch, you won't get this early access perk. Those players will have to wait until April 4th, 2023 (last-gen) or July 25th, 2023 (Switch).

But here's the good news: even if you don't get the early access, all players who grab the Deluxe Edition will receive the Dark Arts Pack. This pack is pretty sweet and includes:

• Thestral Mount
• Dark Arts Battle Arena
• Dark Arts Cosmetic Set
• Dark Arts Garrison Hat

Most of these are cosmetic items, which is pretty standard for a deluxe edition. The Thestral Mount sounds particularly cool, and we're hoping it has some unique handling or speed compared to other mounts!

Now, if you're looking to pre-order, there are even more incentives. Anyone who pre-orders either the Standard or the Deluxe Edition gets the Onyx Hippogriff Mount. And if you're playing on PlayStation, you'll also snag an exclusive pre-order bonus: the Felix Felicis Potion Recipe. So, if you pre-order the Deluxe Edition specifically, you're getting the Dark Arts Pack and that extra Onyx Hippogriff Mount.

So, is it worth the extra $10? For those super eager to dive in, the 72-hour head start is a pretty big deal. Plus, the cosmetic items and the extra mount are nice bonuses. However, for players on last-gen consoles or Switch, since the early access isn't included, it might feel less like a must-have upgrade.