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FRONT MISSION 3: Remake vs Hogwarts Legacy
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| info General Information | |
| Release Date | |
| Jun 26, 2025 | Feb 10, 2023 |
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| MegaPixel Studio S.A. | Avalanche Software |
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| Forever Entertainment S.A. | Warner Bros. Games (under Portkey Games label) |
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| Tactical RPG | Action RPG, Open World, Fantasy, Third-Person |
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| Unity | Unreal Engine 4 |
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| T for Teen | Teen |
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| 3.5 / 5.0 | 4.3 / 5.0 |
| Current Price (USD) | |
| $34.99 | $59.99 |
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Skills are learned via RNG during combat and stored in the Wanzer's computer. Upgrades involve replacing Wanzer parts (Body, Arms, Legs) and equipping Battle Skills like 'Double Shot' or 'Stun'. |
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The game spans various global regions including Southeast Asia, Japan, and Australia. Missions take place on grid-based tactical maps ranging from urban cityscapes and military bases to tropical jungles. |
Hogwarts Legacy features a large open world encompassing Hogwarts castle itself (with its many iconic locations like the Great Hall, common rooms, classrooms, secret passages), Hogsmeade village, and the expansive surrounding Scottish Highlands. Key explorable regions in the Highlands include the Forbidden Forest, various hamlets (like Upper Hogsfield, Feldcroft, Irondale), vast lochs, coastal areas, and numerous ancient ruins, caves, and Merlin Trials. While not a 1:1 scale, the world is substantial and filled with detail. Travel between distinct major areas (like Hogwarts and Hogsmeade interiors vs. the open Highlands) often involves short loading transitions. The map size is estimated to be significant, offering many hours of exploration (e.g., comparisons place it around 7-10 sq km for the main Highlands overworld, plus the dense interiors of Hogwarts and Hogsmeade). |
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Single-player only. No online or local multiplayer modes. |
Hogwarts Legacy is a purely single-player experience. There are no multiplayer modes. |
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| Available Editions | |
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Standard Edition ($34.99); FRONT MISSION Remake Trilogy Bundle ($83.99) containing Remakes 1st, 2, and 3. |
Available in Standard Edition, Deluxe Edition (Dark Arts Pack with cosmetic set, Threstral mount, Dark Arts battle arena, 72 hours early access for digital), and Collector's Edition (Deluxe content + life-size floating ancient magic wand with book base, SteelBook case, Kelpie robe cosmetic). |
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Includes New Game+ and built-in visual customization like camouflage options not found in the original. |
No major story expansions have been released or announced as of mid-2024. Post-launch support has primarily consisted of patches, quality-of-life updates (like Arachnophobia mode), and making previously platform-exclusive content available to all players. Some cosmetic DLC items were available via pre-orders or deluxe editions. |
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3D Wanzer models are fully remade for 4K. 2D character portraits and 'Network' assets have been upscaled using modern techniques, sparking controversy over AI-like artifacts. |
Developed on Unreal Engine 4, Hogwarts Legacy boasts highly detailed and atmospheric environments, particularly the intricate recreation of Hogwarts castle and Hogsmeade. It features impressive lighting, particle effects for spells, detailed character models, and diverse landscapes in the Scottish Highlands. Ray tracing options (Reflections, Shadows, Ambient Occlusion) are available on PC and current-gen consoles, enhancing visual fidelity. |
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Features a fully reorchestrated soundtrack. Sound effects for weapons have been updated but faced mixed reception for lack of impact. |
Original score composed primarily by Peter Murray, J Scott Rakozy, and Chuck E. Myers, featuring enchanting orchestral themes that evoke the magical atmosphere of the wizarding world and Hogwarts, with distinct motifs for different locations and story beats. Sound design includes intricate magical spell effects, ambient sounds of Hogwarts and its surroundings, and creature vocalizations. |
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Modernized but retains a retro aesthetic. Includes the 'Network'—an in-game internet simulator used for lore, shopping, and side-quest triggering. |
Features a clean HUD displaying health, Ancient Magic meter, equipped spells (spell diamonds), and a mini-map. Menus for gear, inventory, talents, map, quests, collections, and owl post are accessible. The Field Guide is a central codex tracking progress, collectibles, and lore. Spell casting uses a customizable diamond system for quick access. |
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Quick Combat mode to speed up animations, adjustable text speed, and multi-language support (9+ languages). |
Offers a range of accessibility options, including customizable controls (PC), extensive subtitle and text customization, colorblind modes, options for aim assist/lock-on, options to change QTEs to holds, Arachnophobia mode (changes spider appearances), audio visualizer for important sound cues, and various gameplay settings for difficulty and visual comfort. |
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| 720p (HD) - Minimum (720p ~30 FPS, Low Preset, Upscaling Performance) (Low Preset, Upscaling Performance Mode) CPU: Minimum desktop CPU for lower settings. CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU equivalent. Newer i5/Ryzen 5 H-series recommended. GPU: Minimum desktop GPU for lower settings. GPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop GPUs. 4GB VRAM is absolute minimum. RAM: Minimum RAM requirement (game is RAM intensive). Storage: SSD is officially required; HDD only for bare minimum target. | |
| — | memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-6600 (3.3GHz) or AMD Ryzen 5 1400 (3.2GHz) developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 (4GB) or AMD Radeon RX 470 (4GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-8300H / AMD Ryzen 5 2500U equivalent or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Mobile (4GB) / GTX 1650 Mobile (4GB). **An RTX 3050 Mobile would be a significant step up.** layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 85 GB HDD (SSD Required by spec, but HDD listed for absolute minimum) |
| 1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (1080p ~60 FPS, High Preset, Upscaling Quality/Balanced possibly) (High Preset (Upscaling may be needed for consistent 60 FPS)) CPU: Recommended desktop CPU for 1080p/60FPS High settings. CPU (Laptop): Estimated mid-range to high-end laptop CPUs. GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1080p/60FPS High. GPU (Laptop): Estimated performance-focused laptop GPUs. 6-8GB VRAM crucial. RAM: 16GB RAM strongly recommended. Storage: SSD strongly recommended, NVMe preferred. | |
| — | memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-8700 (3.2GHz) or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 (3.6 GHz) developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti (11GB) / RTX 2070 (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (8GB) / RX 6700 XT (12GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-9750H / AMD Ryzen 7 4800H equivalent or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Mobile (8GB) / RTX 3060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP). **An RTX 3070 Mobile or RTX 4060 Mobile (High TGP) is a good target for 1080p High 60FPS.** layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 85 GB SSD |
| 1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (High) CPU: Smoother performance during cinematic transitions. CPU (Laptop): High-clocked mobile CPU for consistent frame times. GPU: Allows for high-quality textures and 60 FPS combat. GPU (Laptop): Modern entry-level laptop GPU for stable performance. RAM: Ensures no stuttering during the 'Network' browsing and menu transitions. Storage: SSD recommended for fast mission loading. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-6700 / AMD Ryzen 5 1600 developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 / AMD Radeon RX 580 laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-10750H laptop_windowsGPU (L): RTX 3050 Laptop GPU layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 7 GB SSD | — |
| 1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (Low-Medium) CPU: Base quad-core processing for turn calculations. CPU (Laptop): Common 4-core mobile processor. GPU: Entry-level dedicated graphics for 1080p rendering. GPU (Laptop): Standard budget laptop GPU. RAM: Sufficient for the Unity engine overhead. Storage: Standard install footprint. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-2300 / AMD A8-5600k developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 / AMD Radeon RX 560 laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-8300H laptop_windowsGPU (L): GTX 1050 Mobile (40W) layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 7 GB SSD/HDD | — |
| 1440p (QHD/2K) - Ultra (1440p ~60 FPS, Ultra Preset, No Ray Tracing, Upscaling Quality/Balanced) (Ultra Preset, Ray Tracing OFF, Upscaling Quality or Balanced) CPU: CPU for 1440p/60FPS Ultra. CPU (Laptop): High-end laptop CPU. GPU: Desktop GPU for 1440p/60FPS Ultra. GPU (Laptop): High-end laptop GPUs. 8GB+ VRAM critical, 10GB+ ideal. RAM: 16GB RAM essential, 32GB beneficial for smoother experience. Storage: NVMe SSD required. | |
| — | memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-10700K (3.8GHz) or AMD Ryzen 7 5800X (3.8GHz) developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti (11GB) / RTX 3080 (10GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT (16GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-11800H / AMD Ryzen 7 5800H or better. **Modern i7/Ryzen 7 H/HX series.** laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile (8GB, Max TGP) / RTX 4070 Mobile (8GB, Max TGP). **An RTX 3080 Mobile or RTX 4080 Mobile would provide a more consistent 1440p Ultra experience.** layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 85 GB NVMe SSD |
| 1440p (QHD/2K) - High Settings (Ultra) CPU: Modern mid-range CPU for higher resolution overhead. CPU (Laptop): Strong multi-core performance for multitasking. GPU: Handles the 1440p pixel count with updated shaders. GPU (Laptop): Sweet spot for 1440p gaming on laptops. RAM: Standard for high-end gaming. Storage: Required for optimal data streaming. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-11400 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA RTX 2060 / AMD RX 5700 laptop_macCPU (L): Ryzen 7 5800H laptop_windowsGPU (L): RTX 3060 Laptop GPU (80W+) layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 7 GB SSD | — |
| 2160p (UHD/4K) - Ultra RT (2160p/4K ~60 FPS, Ultra Preset, RT On, Upscaling Performance/Ultra Performance + Frame Gen) (Ultra Preset, Ray Tracing ON (All options), Upscaling Performance/Ultra Performance + Frame Generation) CPU: Flagship CPU for attempting 4K/60FPS Ultra RT. CPU (Laptop): Absolute top-tier laptop CPUs. GPU: Flagship desktop GPU for 4K Ultra RT, heavily reliant on DLSS/FSR with Frame Generation. GPU (Laptop): The absolute best laptop GPU, will be pushed to its limits with 4K Ultra RT. Upscaling + Frame Gen mandatory. RAM: 32GB RAM highly recommended for 4K Ultra RT. Storage: NVMe SSD required. | |
| — | memoryCPU: Intel Core i9-12900K or AMD Ryzen 9 5900X/7900X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (16GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX (24GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-12900HX / AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX or better. **Modern flagship Intel/AMD HX series (e.g., 13980HX, 7945HX3D).** laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile (16GB, Max TGP). **Even this will require aggressive DLSS/FSR settings including Frame Generation for playable 4K Ultra RT. A hypothetical next-gen flagship (e.g., RTX 5090 Mobile or AMD equivalent) would be targeted for a more robust experience. (Highly Speculative)** layersRAM: 32 GB saveStorage (Tier): 85 GB NVMe SSD |
| 2160p (UHD/4K) - Ultra 4K (Max) CPU: Ensures no bottlenecks at 4K. CPU (Laptop): Top-tier mobile processing. GPU: Drives native 4K resolution with improved lighting. GPU (Laptop): Necessary for consistent 60 FPS at 4K. RAM: Sufficient for this title's assets. Storage: Highest speed for instant loading. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-12700 / AMD Ryzen 7 5800X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA RTX 3070 / AMD RX 6800 laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-12900H laptop_windowsGPU (L): RTX 3080 Laptop GPU layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 7 GB NVMe SSD | — |
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| Spec: 7 GB available space Note: Covers high-resolution textures and reorchestrated audio files. Type: Unknown | Spec: 85 GB available space (SSD Required). Note: An NVMe SSD is highly recommended for the best experience, minimizing load times and improving texture streaming in the detailed world. Type: SSD |
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| Spec: Windows 10/11 64-bit Explanation: Required for modern DirectX support and memory management. | Spec: Windows 10 64-bit (Version 21H1 or newer) Explanation: 64-bit Windows 10 (specified version or newer) or Windows 11 is required. |
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| Spec: Version 11 Explanation: Utilized for updated lighting and shadow effects on Wanzer models. | Spec: DirectX 12 Explanation: DirectX 12 API is required. |
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