According to a recent Bloomberg report, Warner Bros. has canceled an unannounced paid DLC for its popular game, Hogwarts Legacy. The planned story expansion was set to be released alongside a "Definitive Edition" of the game this year. However, the decision to cancel was made this week, with sources citing that the content volume did not justify the proposed price, as per Bloomberg's findings. Warner Bros. declined to comment on the report.
This cancellation comes at a time when Warner Bros. is undergoing significant restructuring within its gaming division due to ongoing financial challenges. Earlier this year, the company made the tough decision to cancel its anticipated Wonder Woman game and shut down the developing studio, Monolith Productions, along with WB San Diego and the MultiVersus studio, Player First Games. Additionally, last September, Warner Bros. conducted layoffs at Rocksteady, further indicating the scale of restructuring efforts.
Despite these setbacks, Warner Bros. continues to emphasize the importance of Hogwarts Legacy and the Harry Potter franchise as key assets. The company has publicly stated that a sequel to Hogwarts Legacy is "one of the biggest priorities," reflecting a strategic focus on investing in fewer but larger franchises. The success of the original game, which has sold over 30 million copies, underscores the franchise's significant market value and potential for future development.
