From the following article:https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?target=https%3A%2F%2Fwww-polygon-com.cdn.ampproject.org%2Fv%2Fs%2Fwww.polygon.com%2Fplatform%2Famp%2Fgaming%2F2019%2F8%2F20%2F20813827%2Fsims-4-realm-of-magic-trailer-release-date%3Famp_js_v%3Da2%26amp_gsa%3D1%23referrer%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.google.com%26amp_tf%3DFrom%2520%25251%2524s%26ampshare%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.polygon.com%252Fgaming%252F2019%252F8%252F20%252F20813827%252Fsims-4-realm-of-magic-trailer-release-dateThe latest Sims 4 game pack is basically HogwartsJoining the long line of magic-themed Sims expansions.The latest Sims 4 game pack has been revealed to be entitled Realm of Magic and introduces a whole magical world full of spell-casting Sims. In the trailer, we see a regular ol’ humdrum Sim stumble into this new realm, where he meets a woman who gives him fantastical powers. There are wand fights, colorful potions, broomsticks, and a city full of magic.The Sims series has a long tradition of introducing magical-themed additions to the life simulation. The original game had Makin’ Magic and The Sims 3 had Supernatural. The Sims 2, meanwhile, introduced witches via Apartment Life, for some reason. Currently, The Sims 4 has vampires, aliens, ghosts, mermaids, skeletons, and PlantSims — oh my!Earlier this year, the StrangerVille game pack featured a paranormal storyline set in an eerie desert town, while the Island Living expansion pack introduced the island world of Sulani, filled with volcanoes, beaches, and mermaids.Sims 4: Realm of Magic will come out on Sept. 10

Eh, I only see as much Hogwarts in Realm of Magic as JKR used from folklore and such to build her Wizarding world. Familars aren't really a thing in Harry Potter (they're more pets with useful tricks... sometimes) and in this they seem more active (basing this on tweets, not the trailer itself) which is more in keeping with D&D Familiars and general folklore (minus the demon part... maybe.)And.. I kinda see the Magical Realm as more Hogsmede than Hogwarts...

Henry Puffer is all I ever wanted yiss

It doesn't really remind me of Hogwarts. There are wands and brooms yes, but that's pretty generic magic stuff.

"simgirl1010;d-964819" wrote:The latest Sims 4 game pack is basically HogwartsJoining the long line of magic-themed Sims expansions.The latest Sims 4 game pack has been revealed to be entitled Realm of Magic and introduces a whole magical world full of spell-casting Sims. In the trailer, we see a regular ol’ humdrum Sim stumble into this new realm, where he meets a woman who gives him fantastical powers. There are wand fights, colorful potions, broomsticks, and a city full of magic.The Sims series has a long tradition of introducing magical-themed additions to the life simulation. The original game had Makin’ Magic and The Sims 3 had Supernatural. The Sims 2, meanwhile, introduced witches via Apartment Life, for some reason. Currently, The Sims 4 has vampires, aliens, ghosts, mermaids, skeletons, and PlantSims — oh my!Earlier this year, the StrangerVille game pack featured a paranormal storyline set in an eerie desert town, while the Island Living expansion pack introduced the island world of Sulani, filled with volcanoes, beaches, and mermaids.Sims 4: Realm of Magic will come out on Sept. 10https://www-polygon-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.polygon.com/platform/amp/gaming/2019/8/20/20813827/sims-4-realm-of-magic-trailer-release-date?amp_js_v=a2&amp_gsa=1#referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&amp_tf=From%20%251%24s&ampshare=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.polygon.com%2Fgaming%2F2019%2F8%2F20%2F20813827%2Fsims-4-realm-of-magic-trailer-release-dateIt kinda isn't.

The magic world reminds me of a broked planet that split in parts but survived like in Doctor Who with the Celtic cult spells and stuff. Very cool.

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neylajc
Seasoned Newcomer
6 years ago
"Writin_Reg;c-17219965" wrote:
Just saw this over at PC Gamer - it mentions the Witchcraft College of Winterhold: among other things like battling...

https://www.pcgamer.com/you-can-become-a-wizard-in-the-sims-4s-next-game-pack-realm-of-magic/

Perhaps University will include a magic university if your Sim is a spellcaster?
simgirl1010
Hero
6 years ago
"AphoticLee;c-17219928" wrote:
I don't think it is Hogwarts but it is set up where that can be a possibility. The buildable lot in the realm could be a school of magic and the town below Hogsmeade. I do think the magic shop area has some resemblance to Hogsmeade from the Potter books.
Personally I don't mind the subtle similarities to the Potter series and the fact that the Sim in the video looks similar to Newt from Fantastic Beasts. Books, movies, cultural changes inspire inspiration. Just as some things in the Island Living pack were inspired by Moana. And just because it may have these similar aspects doesn't mean you have to play that way. That's what makes this game great, you can play it how you want to and create your own story, your own sim life and take it in any direction you choose.

The little village does remind me of Hogsmeade. Great idea.
melissamityok
6 years ago
"Writin_Reg;c-17219965" wrote:
Just saw this over at PC Gamer - it mentions the Witchcraft College of Winterhold: among other things like battling...

https://www.pcgamer.com/you-can-become-a-wizard-in-the-sims-4s-next-game-pack-realm-of-magic/

I think you're misinterpreting this article. The College of Winterhold is from Skyrim, it is not in the Sims.
SilentK008
Seasoned Newcomer
6 years ago
Hmm...

To me is more urban magic and less Harry Potter. The world looks like something straight out of a MMO. I like that, magic is used in many different ways depending on series. Have no problem if others view it differently, we have different reference points.

For me it is a new fun noob-MMO-base that the fledgling hero comes to. “Oh welcome you new user of “insert-skill-here”. Here are the 3 class-trainers and if you like there is a dueling-area over there. Feel free to collect new cute pets”.

Done it before and I will gladly do it again. This is my stuff and I am so happy to have it in the Sims 4.
WolfNate
6 years ago
Er... MMO does notcome to mind seeing the trailer
SilentK008
Seasoned Newcomer
6 years ago
"WolfNate;c-17222471" wrote:
Er... MMO does notcome to mind seeing the trailer

That’s perfectly fine :)

I see it like that but is quite ok if I am the only one who does that. My favorite MMO’s are WoW and SWTOR and it just feels like a spacey-WoW-area to me. Which is good!!
Thetford92
6 years ago
The magic world seems very 80s fantasy, like a Saturday morning kids cartoon designed solely to sell toys to children. It's a bit unfortunate that people think magic (or fantasy in general) is limited only to Medieval Europe (with hints of Victorian London), especially with the current obsession with grimdark.
OldeSimsFan
New Traveler
6 years ago
"Thetford;c-17235599" wrote:
The magic world seems very 80s fantasy, like a Saturday morning kids cartoon designed solely to sell toys to children. It's a bit unfortunate that people think magic (or fantasy in general) is limited only to Medieval Europe (with hints of Victorian London), especially with the current obsession with grimdark.

Agree with the first sentence, with a bit of potter &c. thrown in. As for the second, am personally more attuned to Medieval Europe than the 80's and quite at home with both Victorian and London. You may have answered your own comment, as the older venues more readily speak of magic and mystery, while the 80's vibe, as you said, feels more like cartoons to sell toys. I just saw the live broadcast video, and the gameplay version felt more like theatre, not magic.
atreya33
Seasoned Ace
6 years ago
"nerdfashion;c-17209422" wrote:
Doesn't really remind me of Hogwarts, but the shopping center reminds me just a little bit of Diagon Alley. I think they took inspiration from lots of folklore and pop culture about witches/wizards.

I agree. It looks like diagon alley, but floating in space, lol. :smiley: : I can't wait for my sims to visit it.
hestiah23
6 years ago
"nerdfashion;c-17209422" wrote:
Doesn't really remind me of Hogwarts, but the shopping center reminds me just a little bit of Diagon Alley. I think they took inspiration from lots of folklore and pop culture about witches/wizards.

Agreed!