Hogwarts Legacy: How To Unlock & Upgrade Flying Broom

Since the Hogwarts Legacy was released, players have been curious about how they can unlock the flying broom. I understand your concern and am up to helping you figure out the right way to get the broom. So, let’s dive into it.

Unlocking Broom

1. First, you will have to finish the Jackdaw’s Rest main story quest, as this will enable you to begin the other quest, which is the “Flying Class.”
2. As the name says, it is a class where you will learn about broom controls and mechanics that will assist you in flying later on.
3. Miss Kagwa will provide you with two objectives, and after accomplishing them, you can go on a flying tour with Everett Clopton.
4. You can do it by accepting the offer of taking the castle tour.

Spinwitches Sporting Needs shop

Now the next task is to buy the broomstick. For this, head to the Spinwitches Sporting needs shop in the Hogsmeade. If you try to visit this shop before the Flying Class test, you won’t find it open, so it’s no use coming here without finishing that quest. Get inside the shop and purchase a broom from Albie Weekes.

There will be a variety of brooms available at his shop, so pick the one you like the most, as all of them perform similarly. These brooms only differ in their appearances. This will cost you 600 Galleons.

In case of low money, you can always sell your gear that seems useless, or there are some chests that provide you sufficient amount of gold, like Eye chests.

How To Equip The Broom

After purchasing the flying broom, use the following commands to equip it:

• PlayStation (L1 + Circle)
• Xbox (LB + B)
• Nintendo Switch (L + A buttons)

To boost the speed of your broom, hold down the LT/L2 button. Keep in mind that your boost has a limited duration, so you’ll need to recharge it after some time. Also, be aware that there are certain restricted areas where flying is not allowed in the game. These areas include caves, castles, dungeons, and Hogsmeade. To fly freely, you must exit these locations.

Where To Use

The flying broom in Hogwarts Legacy can be used not only for fun and open-world exploration, but you will need it in future quests or objectives. Such as, you can complete Flight the Good Flight achievement by playing the races in which you will have to beat the time score of an individual.

Best Flying Broom

There are 13 brooms in the Hogwarts Legacy. All of them vary in their designs but offer the same functionality. Some may provide better speed and handling than the rest, but still, there is no significant difference based on how they all work.

And while speaking of the best flying broom, it entirely depends upon your choice. You can upgrade it to enhance its overall working.

How To Upgrade The Flying Broom

To upgrade your flying broom in Hogwarts Legacy and complete the “Flight Test” side quest, follow these steps:

1. Purchase the Broom:

   • Buy the flying broom from the Spinwitches Sporting Needs shop. This purchase will unlock the “Flight Test” side quest.

2. Speak to Albie Weekes:

   • After purchasing the broom, Albie Weekes will ask you for upgrades. Agree to proceed with the upgrades.

3. Meet Imelda Reyes:Communication With Imelda Reyes

   • Follow Albie’s guidance to the Quidditch Pitch, where you’ll meet Imelda Reyes. She challenges you to a flying competition.

4. Fly Through Rings:

   • The challenge involves flying through rings, starting from the Quidditch Pitch and ending near a cave close to Hogsmeade Station. Look out for golden-colored bubbles inside the rings, which boosts speed.

5. Beat Imelda’s Record:

   • Your goal is to outperform Imelda Reyes and beat her record. Make sure to collect as many golden bubbles as possible to gain an advantage.

6. Return to Spinwitches Sporting Needs Shop:

   • Once you’ve successfully completed the challenge and surpassed Imelda’s score, return to the Spinwitches Sporting Needs shop.

7. Talk to Mr. Weekes:

   • Have a conversation with Mr. Weekes in the shop and inform him about your performance during the challenge.

8. Broom Upgrade Process:

   • Mr. Weekes will start the flying broom upgrading process. You’ll receive a notification when the upgrade is ready.

9. Purchase the Upgrade:

   • Return to the shop once the upgrade is ready, and you can purchase the broom upgrade for 1000 Gold.

10. Repeat for Additional Upgrades:

    • You can upgrade your broom two more times by completing two other challenges. Be prepared to collect enough gold for each subsequent upgrade, as the price will increase.

Should You Unlock Various Brooms?

Yes, you should! Unlocking the flying brooms in Hogwarts Legacy is a thrilling and rewarding experience. Some quests and other tasks can be challenging, but I have made this guide to assist you in every possible way.

So, now unlock the broom, pick the one you like the most, and start exploring the open world without trouble.