Gameplay Balance

⭐ — (29 endorsements) 📥 1,134 downloads 📌 v1.5 📅 3/6/2023
⚪ Last updated 2024

By Damien3092 · Gameplay

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 5/21/2024 📅 Created: 3/6/2023
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Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 2.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #202 of 259 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Gameplay Balance

Did you ever used your Potions really? Except Wiggenweld. Have you about 150 Mooncalf Byproducts in your Bag?

This Mod will Balance this  It will increased the duration by up to 100% and the crafting cost by up to 400%.

Potions are getting Powerful, and expensive.

The Harvest yield from Plants and Beasts are also decreased.

See image for detailed changes.

This will indirectly effect the difficulty. But it is fully compatible with all Difficulty Mods.

Does not effect any enemy’s.

Some changes:

Potions

  • []Increased duration Maxima, Edurus by 100%

    []Increased duration Focus from 15s to 25s

    []Increased duration Invisibility from 8s to 6s

    []Increased duration Thunderbrew from 30s to 45s

    []Slots 8 / Healslots 15

    []Increased crafting costs by 400%(except Troll and Dugbog @ 100%) Healpotion cost increased by 100%

    []Bigger Potion Vendor  stock, Hopping Pot can drop more Potions (Cooldown 90min)

    []Rebalanced Vendor Price to fit with the new Potioncosts, inkl. Ingrediens

    Plants

    • []longer Time and lesser Yield

      []More Items from Choppingstation but 45min Cooldown

      []Slots 8

      []+1 Pottingtable (so 1 for each Planttype)

      []Bigger Plant Vendor stock

      Beast

      • []Changed the yield comparing to there rarity and need for crafting

        []Offspring can grew up 2-4,5 Days (depending on Size)

        []12 species per Vivarium

        []Bigger Beast Vendor stock

        []50% yield from Offspring

        This Mod is part 2 of my Balancing Mods. They can be used alone, but i would suggest to compare them.

        Mainquest Level Balance - For a better experience during the Mainstory

        Gear Balance   - Balances your Gear, decreased DMG increased Defence

        makes Geartraits finally usefull and needed; some Drop and Vendor adjusts

        Spell Balance         - Complete Spell Balance

        Complete Enemy Balance - More Enemys, more aggressiv Enemys, changes to difficulty settings.

        more will come..

        >Deek to Dobby Soundpack<

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        [*]Extract the .zip

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Gameplay Balance by Damien3092 tweaks potions, plants, and beasts while improving the Vivarium. With 29 endorsements and over 1,100 downloads, it's a modest gameplay overhaul for players seeking a more balanced experience in Hogwarts Legacy.

✨ Key Features

Balances potions, plants, and beasts
Slight improvement to the Vivarium

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Touches multiple gameplay systems—potions, plants, and beasts—so you get a broader balance pass in one mod
  • Vivarium improvements are a nice bonus for players who enjoy creature care
  • Decent download count (1,134) shows some community interest despite low endorsements

⚠️ Cons

  • Only 29 endorsements—this is a niche mod with a small following
  • No detailed patch notes or specific changes listed, so you're flying blind on what exactly gets tweaked
  • Last updated in May 2024—might not be compatible with the latest game patches
🎯 Is This For You?
For Hogwarts Legacy players who want a more balanced gameplay experience without overhauling the entire game. If you're into potion-making, herbology, or beast care, this could be right up your alley. Skip if you're looking for major content additions or if you prefer to keep the original challenge.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since this mod tweaks balance, consider starting a new playthrough to experience the changes from the beginning
  • Check the mod's comments section on the Nexus for any reported issues or compatibility notes
  • If you use other gameplay mods, test them together to ensure they don't conflict

📊 Mod Details

Game
Hogwarts Legacy Mods
Author
Damien3092
Version
1.5
Downloads
1,134
Endorsements
29
Category
Gameplay
Created
3/6/2023
Updated
5/21/2024

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