This year, fans of the Harry Potter fandom were delighted with the release of Hogwarts Legacy, the first open-world game set within the Harry Potter universe. The game follows your character as they enroll in Hogwarts and meet their legendary housemates. Through this journey, a major focus is Sirona Ryan, the game’s first transgender character. Her story is woven in with the main plot, showing the struggles she faces day-to-day, to be accepted and respected by her peers. It exemplifies Rowling’s commitment to LGBTQ+ representation, and advocacy for the community. Despite some technical issues, Hogwarts Legacy still manages to keep the magical spirit of the Harry Potter series strong.