They say that money can't buy happiness, but this common adage almost always ends with a question, "would you rather cry in a Ferrari or a bike?" The most obvious answer is the former. Although in Hogwarts Legacy's case, we'd say that a more appropriate object of comparison is the Nimbus 2001 or the Firebolt or, if we're being technical, it's the Sky Scythe, all three of which were individually considered among the best and most expensive brooms at the time of their respective release.

Much has been said about Hogwarts Legacy's lack of recognition at The Game Awards, currently set for December 7. To be honest, it isn't all too surprising. But, the better question is, why does it matter?

While most studios would love to have an accolade (or two if not more), it's easier to argue that what matters more is it made an impression among players and critics. Of course, the bottom line helps too. Based on those metrics, Hogwarts Legacy has been a massive success, certainly enough to get a sequel if not an entire franchise built on its shoulders.

We're pretty sure Avalanche Software isn't too worried about the lack of accolades given that it's been greenlit to do a sequel already.

The prevailing theory, especially among conspiracists, is that The Game Awards preferred to keep its distance from the game following J.K. Rowling's transphobic stance. Somehow, it makes sense. Even the developers, Avalanche Software, tried its best to distance the game from the divisive comments of the Wizarding World progenitor, all the while trying to make it as inclusive as possible. However, if you sit on this thought, you'll realize that the truth is far simpler. It just wasn't good enough.