The Room of Requirement | Hogwarts Legacy Wiki

How to Unlock the Room of Requirement

The Room of Requirement is unlocked as the Main Quest progresses. You must complete the quest: The Room of Requirement (Quest) to unlock this room

• Many Collections gathered from Collection Chests in the world are for decorating and expanding this room.
• Other related quests include: The Elf, The Nab-Sack, and The Loom

The Room of Requirement in Harry Potter universe

Fans of the Harry Potter franchise will recognize the Room of Requirement, as it was first mentioned in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. Then, in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, the Room of Requirement made its first appearance. Harry is introduced to the room by Dobby, the house-elf, when he is searching for a place to practice magic with his friends. Dobby reveals that the Room of Requirement is a place that can be used for anything a person needs, from a place to sleep to a place to practice spells. This revelation leads Harry to create Dumbledore's Army, a group of students from different houses who are keen on practicing secret defense spells that could help them in combat against dark magic.

In the books and movies, the Room of Requirement is said to present itself to students at Hogwarts only when they truly need it. It seems as though the player-character in Hogwarts Legacy is one of the lucky few that is deemed worthy of entry, as the Room of Requirement plays a significant role in the game, acting as a base of operations for the player.   

At the beginning of the game, the Room of Requirement starts off relatively small, with just one large room being open to the player. As the game progresses, the Room of Requirement expands, opening up more side rooms for the player to use. Customization plays a huge part in the Room of Requirement, players can conjure a variety of cosmetic items, from everyday furniture like chairs and tables to Harry Potter-inspired items like ornamental cat plates and gigantic statues of Hippogriffs. Once an item is conjured, players can then customize its appearance, being able to change its color and even its size.

Furthermore, the Room of Requirement not only serves as a personal space for the player but also serves as a safe haven where players can retreat to plan their next move, and access the resources they need to progress through the game. Its role as a central hub is essential for players as it acts as a focal point for the player's journey through the game, both in terms of gameplay and story.

The Room of Requirement also has plenty of practical gameplay uses as well. One of the biggest highlights of the recent gameplay trailer was Hogwarts Legacy's gear system, and how it intertwines with the Room of Requirement. At the start of the game, the player will apparently unlock a piece of furniture that lets them identify pieces of gear, which reveals any special traits it has. From there, a player can head over to the loom in the Room of Requirement to upgrade and improve their equipment.

Almost all types of crafting can be done in this Room. From growing Plants in the Potting Station, brewing Potions in the Potions station, upgrade gear in the Enchanted room, and also Beasts can be tamed here, using also stations like Feeders of Breeders. Wizards can play with their tamed beasts here to obtain all kinds of ingredients. 

The downside of the Room of Requirement is that players don’t have unlimited access to these changes. First, Wizard will need to find a recipe of the conjuration for each piece of furniture, station, or cosmetic to be able to create it at the Room. There are budget and Moonstone requirements for these items, which means players will have to be strategic with their customization choices. However, this is a small price to pay for the opportunity to have a personalized and functional living space in the magical world of Hogwarts. The Room of Requirement is an exciting and innovative feature in Hogwarts Legacy that allows players to fully immerse themselves in the game and create a truly unique experience. As players explore the game and progress through the story, the Room of Requirement becomes an integral part of their journey and serves as a home base for all their adventures.