Using a broom in Hogwarts Legacy was one of the things I was most exited about when I first got my hands on the game. Hogwarts Legacy's beautiful open world is one of its main selling points, so I was excited to explore vertically (as well as horizontally) and soar around the high towers and spires of the Hogwarts castle itself. To do that, however, you need to use a broom.
So how do you use a broom in Hogwarts Legacy? Well, firstly, you'll need to complete the Flying Class quest, run by Professor Kogawa. This quest opens up pretty early on, after you've completed a handful of other classes and main quest missions.
That quest unlocks the purchase and use of brooms in Hogsmeade, and teaches you the basics of flying. However, you may have forgotten if you've been away from the game for a while, or you may be picking up the game after someone else has completed the Flying Class quest. Luckily, we're here to help.
Here's how to use a broom in Hogwarts Legacy.
How to use a broom in Hogwarts Legacy
Note: this article assumes you have purchased a broom from Sprintwitches Sporting Needs in Hogsmeade.
1. Mount your Broom
1. Ensure you are in an area where it's possible to fly. If you aren't, you'll see a no-flight icon in the bottom left of the HUD.
2. Open the Tool Wheel by holding down:
- PC: Tab
- PS5: L1
- Xbox: LB
3. Then mount your broom by pressing:
- PC: 3
- PS5: O
- Xbox: B
2. Flight controls: PC
1. Use the following PC controls to fly on your broom:
| PC Control | Action |
|---|---|
| W | Move forward |
| S | Move backward |
| D | Move right |
| A | Move left |
| Space | Ascend |
| Ctrl | Descend |
| Mouse | Move camera |
| L Shift | Toggle speed |
| L Click | Boost |
| B | Dismount |
| Space (on ground) | Take off |
| Q | View controls |
3. Flight Controls: PS5
1. Use the following PS5 controls to fly on your broom:
| PS5 Control | Action |
|---|---|
| L Stick | Move |
| R Stick | Move camera |
| R Stick (Up/Down) | Ascend/Descend |
| R2 | Fly forward (toggle speed) |
| L2 | Boost |
| O | Dismount |
| D-Pad Right | View controls |
4. Flight Controls: Xbox
1. Use the following Xbox controls to fly on your broom:
| Xbox Control | Action |
|---|---|
| L Stick | Move |
| R Stick | Move camera |
| R Stick (Up/Down) | Ascend/Descend |
| RT | Fly forward/toggle speed |
| LT | Boost |
| B | Dismount |
| D-Pad Right | View controls |
There you have it. You can now fly your broom. All that's left to do now is hone your flying skills for the time trials quests. If you'd like to read more Hogwarts Legacy tips and tutorials, get started by reading our guide on how to solve Hogwarts Legacy's door puzzles and how to unlock eye chests in Hogwarts Legacy.
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