Fans of HOGWARTS LEGACY have reason to be excited about what’s coming next. Recently, JB Perrette, President and CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery’s Global Streaming and Games division, offered a major hint about the future of the company’s biggest gaming franchises.

Speaking during an earnings call, Perrette described 2025 as a “year of reset” for WB Games, explaining that the division had been overly stretched across too many different projects and studios. As a result, the company shifted its focus back toward its most successful and iconic intellectual properties and HOGWARTS LEGACY is unquestionably one of them.

Perrette didn’t announce any specific titles by name. However, he did say something interesting: “The real fruits will start coming in ’27-’28 when we return to some of our biggest franchises.”

That timeline fits perfectly with the HARRY POTTER universe’s broader expansion strategy.

Why this could be huge for Hogwarts Legacy

HOGWARTS LEGACY was a massive success upon launch in 2023, earning praise from critics and fans alike and selling 40 millions copies worldwide. It became one of the most popular entries in the Wizarding World franchise, proving that audiences want immersive experiences set in the Wizarding World outside the original novels and films.

With Perrette emphasizing a return to major franchises in 2027-2028, many fans are connecting the dots, suggesting that a full sequel to HOGWARTS LEGACY could be part of that push. While he didn’t explicitly confirm the game, the renewed focus on flagship properties makes it a logical expectation.

Perfect timing with the Harry Potter TV series

What makes this potential timeframe especially exciting is its alignment with the HARRY POTTER television adaptation, also expected to begin around 2027. Releasing a HOGWARTS LEGACY sequel around the same time could create powerful synergy:

• The TV series will bring Harry Potter back into the spotlight for millions worldwide
• A new Hogwarts Legacy game, possibly continuing the story or expanding, could ride that wave of renewed interest
• Together, they could strengthen the Wizarding World’s presence across entertainment mediums

What we still don’t know

It’s important to note that Perrette didn’t specify exact projects or release dates, only that the company expects major franchise returns starting in 2027-2028. That doesn’t guarantee a HOGWARTS LEGACY sequel will launch precisely then, but it strongly suggests that Warner Bros. Games is planning something substantial for its biggest brands.

We know that he did, however, mention the release of the upcoming LEGO Batman and Game of Thrones mobile game, excluding them from next year’s ‘big releases’. The other two equally important IPs are Mortal Kombat and Hogwarts Legacy.