A player of Hogwarts Legacy recently uncovered an intriguing glitch that enables their character to swim through the air just outside the iconic castle, much like a water bug navigating through its natural habitat. While the game has seen a fair share of bugs since its release, this one almost seems as though it fits right into the whimsical Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
As Hogwarts Legacy approaches its second anniversary, celebrated on February 10, 2025, it’s interesting to look back at its journey. The action RPG has been well-received over the years, both by fans and critics, despite a slight dip in its popularity since the launch. Remarkably, within just two weeks of its debut, the game had already sold an impressive 12 million copies. This success story is punctuated by numerous glitches, including this latest airborne swimming bug.
In an engaging Reddit post shared by user amarquis_1, the glitch is vividly captured. The video showcases the player’s character performing a slow-motion swimming action a few feet off the ground, in an area just outside Hogwarts Castle. Interestingly, other land-swimming glitches have been reported in the game, but they typically occur when the character has just been in water and generally don’t lift the character as high as this one does. The original Reddit poster didn’t specify what triggered the glitch, but notably, their character floats above a land bridge near water, though at a much higher altitude.
Some fans have tried rationalizing the glitch within Hogwarts Legacy’s magical context. One user suggests that the bug might have been triggered by a loading error and posits that returning to the game menu before re-entering could resolve it. Meanwhile, some fans have whimsically speculated on canonical reasons for the glitch, from a magical levitation spell to a playful overdose of billywig stings.
The timing of this glitch’s revelation is noteworthy as well, with recent news about upcoming DLC and a sequel for Hogwarts Legacy. While details remain sparse, there is speculation that the DLC could be released before the year ends.
Hogwarts Legacy continues to captivate players with its immersive, open-world action experience set in the magical 1800s. As you explore iconic locations like Hogwarts, Hogsmeade, and the Forbidden Forest, the game empowers you to create your own legacy in this enchanting world. From learning spells to battling fierce creatures, the game invites you to step into the shoes of a witch or wizard of your own making.
