Hogwarts Legacy, a major video game adaptation of theslot wizarding world created by JK Rowling, has arrived, following a fierce online debate.



An open world adventure title like this has been at the top of some Harry Potter fans' wish lists for some time.



But others are calling for a boycott because of Rowling's public comments on issues about transgender people.



Despite the controversy, it is predicted by some to be the biggest-selling premium release of 2023.



The title has already broken records for the number of people watching streamers playing preview copies. At one point, it's reported that 1.3 million people were watching content related to the game on Twitch.



Some have pushed back against the boycott, arguing that choosing to play the game doesn't automatically mean they support the author's statements.