How Evil Can You Be In Hogwarts Legacy?

Hogwarts Legacy offers a unique and immersive experience where every decision can shape your journey toward the light or the dark side of magic. With so many possibilities, including a range of powerful spells, the game allows you to live out your wildest fantasy as a witch or wizard. But what if you want to embrace the darkness? What if you're going to follow in the footsteps of the most feared Dark Wizard of all time, Lord Voldemort?

With the ability to cast Unforgivable Curses like Avada Kedavra, Crucio, and Imperio, you just might be able to fulfill your evil aspirations. So let's discuss how evil you can be in Hogwarts Legacy and whether you can become like Lord Voldemort. Will you succumb to the temptations of the dark side and wreak havoc in the wizarding world, or will you remain loyal to the Order of the Phoenix and continue the fight against evil? The choice is yours.

REMINDER - Hogwarts Legacy was due to launch on PS4 and Xbox One on April 4, but now won't release until 5 May 2023.

How Evil Can You Become In Hogwarts Legacy?

According to the game's official FAQ, players will "grow their character's abilities by mastering powerful spells, brewing potions, and harvesting magical plants as they face off against deadly enemies. Players will also encounter missions and scenarios that will pose difficult choices and determine what they stand for." In this regard, while the game's main premise will be to fight against evil forces, making the right (or, rather, the wrong) choices could alter your character's progression.

That said, it's not possible to be evil in Hogwarts Legacy, per se. Still, you can make poor decisions, like choosing rude dialog options to guide your character down the more obnoxious path. It is worth noting that you will be able to use Unforgivable Curses in Hogwarts Legacy by befriending and engaging in Sebastian Sallow's quest line.

However, you won't be able to cast these spells on your fellow students or any of the Hogwarts professors (sorry). On the bright side, since there's no morality system in Hogwarts Legacy, you can pretty much be as bad or evil as the game allows without penalty.

That's everything you need to know about embracing the dark side of Hogwarts Legacy. Now that you know how evil you can be in the game, you might want some help deciding which house you should pick. Check out our video exploring each of the four Hogwarts houses below.

How Evil Can You Be In Hogwarts Legacy? FAQ

Can you become evil in Hogwarts Legacy?

While there's no explicit evil path, you can make poor decisions and choose rude dialog options. Befriending Sebastian Sallow allows you to use Unforgivable Curses.

Can you cast Unforgivable Curses on students or professors in Hogwarts Legacy?

No, you cannot cast Unforgivable Curses on students or professors in Hogwarts Legacy. There are limitations on the use of these spells.

Does Hogwarts Legacy have a morality system?

Hogwarts Legacy does not feature a morality system. Players can make choices that guide their character's progression without penalties, allowing for a certain level of freedom in playing as good or bad.