Although witches and wizards are usually associated with the ever-iconic, pointed black hat, the protagonist in Hogwarts Legacy thankfully has a much wider variety of headwear to choose from throughout their adventures. Hats are an optional gear category, so some players might ultimately choose to opt out of accessorizing in this way. But for those seeking to be best dressed in Hogwarts’ fifth-year class, they’ll have everything from casual caps to fully-blown helmets at their disposal.
Just like all gear in Hogwarts Legacy, most hats that players collect will serve a purely cosmetic purpose. The convenient transmorg system, which saves each article of clothing to a permanent collection, allows students to choose any style without sacrificing the perks and stats of their highest-rated gear. Since it’s so easy to change gear appearance in Hogwarts Legacy, fashion-forward players should take every opportunity to grab items and grow their collections. Specifically, they should keep their eyes peeled for Hogwarts Legacy‘s best hats, which can be obtained through quests, chests, or enemy loot.
15 Classic Sorcerer Hat
One of Hogwarts Legacy‘s best, the Classic Sorcerer Hat, proves that simplicity is oftentimes key. This plain, pointed black hat (as showcased by Lootward on YouTube) is probably exactly what Muggles imagine when thinking of a witch or wizard in Harry Potter. As it turns out, there’s a good reason behind this stereotype.
The Classic Sorcerer Hat goes with just about every outfit with its dark colors and its traditional silhouette, so it only makes sense that it would be a staple in each magic user’s closet. While it might not be as unique as some other in-game hats, it certainly won’t distract players as they explore Hogwarts Legacy‘s massive map, so those looking for a minimalist option might find that this particular hat is right up their alley.
14 Blue Flatcap
The Blue Flatcap is also a simple, yet charming hat in Hogwarts Legacy. Dressed in a muted blue, it adds the perfect touch of vibrancy to any get-up, and it looks especially good on Ravenclaw students, whose robes are adorned in a matching color.
Although leaning into the wizarding look can be fun, players may not always want to stand out. Those who want to look less like an obvious sorcerer and more like an average resident of the Scottish Highlands might be especially drawn to the Blue Flatcap.
13 Crimson Top Hat
If blending in with the Blue Flatcap doesn’t hold much appeal, it’s hard to veer harder in the opposite direction than with the Crimson Top Hat. This Hogwarts Legacy headwear is the definition of a statement, with a striking profile, vivid color, and jaunty feather all likely to jump out at any passersby. This is for students who know how to own their fashion choices, as it’s destined to look better on wizards with confidence than someone wearing it halfheartedly.
12 Potioneer’s Cap
The Potioneer’s Cap is one of the best hats in Hogwarts Legacy, particularly for students who enjoy brewing alchemic concoctions. It can only be earned by delivering Parry Pippin’s Invisibility Potions to Fatimah Lawang, and even though the experience may be less-than-savory, it’s worth the extra effort to unlock this piece of headwear. The assortment of brewable potion recipes in Hogwarts Legacy is lackluster, but the Potioneer’s Cap can make up for it somewhat by making the potion-brewing process a bit more immersive. Plus, the protective eye goggles will likely earn students a few extra points from Professor Sharp.
11 High Top Hat
Students who looked at the Crimson Top Hat and thought “not tall enough” can’t do better than the High Top Hat. This one goes for the Lincoln look, abandoning frills and focusing on stretching toward the heavens. Flying around on a broomstick or thestral can look a bit silly with this one, as it’s difficult to believe that the wind wouldn’t buffet it away. At a formal event, however, this says stately and says it well. It’s more magician than wizard, but there’s nothing wrong with blurring some genre lines.
10 Grey Nightcap
Many of the best Hogwarts Legacy hats are great for high adventure, but it can’t be high adventure 24/7. The Grey Nightcap is the perfect option for those other times when a student is taking it nice and slow inside the dorm or library. Another nightcap in the game offers a more whimsical take, but the Grey Nightcap has the classic status on lock. Ebenezer Scrooge himself could fall asleep in this vintage look, as long as he had a nice candlestick at his side.
9 Goblin-Made Helmet
Although most goblins that the protagonist encounters in Hogwarts Legacy are hostile and would never allow a human witch or wizard to own a piece of their work, players wear some of the highest-quality gear in the wizarding world without any qualms once they earn the Goblin-Made Helmet.
This headwear is obtained by sympathizing with the vendor goblin Arn and helping him regain access to his traveling merchant carts. It’s seemingly made out of solid gold and iron, which is decorated with intricate engravings. Plus, a couple of glistening rubies showcase just how valuable the Goblin-Made Helmet is, making it one of Hogwarts Legacy‘s best hats.
8 Fur-Lined Cap
In Hogwarts Legacy, the protagonist will find themselves experiencing a harsh winter with no shortage of snowfall around midway through the game. While it’s probably for the best that there’s no body temperature mechanic, it can still be fun to dress for the in-game weather. The Fur-Lined Cap is perfect for wintertime, completely encapsulating the student’s head in fuzzy, beige fur. Plus, the sage green exterior and the complimentary purple feather give it an adventurous flair, making it especially suitable for those who prefer to spend their time exploring the hills and forests beyond Hogwarts.
7 Quidditch Captain’s Helmet
The Quidditch Captain’s Helmet should be one of the most immediately familiar looks to Harry Potter fans, as it bears a similar overall look to the helmets worn on the pitch a century later in Harry’s era. It’s not necessarily the most attractive option in the game, but it’s a very practical one, offering some measure of protection against stray bludgers or hard knocks. The Quidditch Captain’s Helmet is also something of a status symbol, as earning it through landing on hidden platforms showcases expertise with a broom.
6 Herodiana’s Cap
Herodiana’s Cap is another status symbol option, although one more suited to Ravenclaw inclinations than to Gryffindors. In this case, the cap is obtainable by solving the puzzles in the Hall of Herodiana, establishing a wizard’s cleverness and resourcefulness. This is one that Hermione might have picked up if she had been at Hogwarts in the days of Hogwarts Legacy, but the player character can nab it instead. It’s a trim, fashionable option lent a quirk of personality by the included feather.
5 Zonko’s Chief Prankster Hat
Although Harry Potter‘s iconic troublemakers Fred and George Weasley aren’t around for the events of the game, players can bring their mischievousness to life with Zonko’s Chief Prankster Hat. Unlike its name may imply, this piece can’t be found in Zonko’s Joke Shop, but rather, it can be earned by collecting eight Field Guide Pages around Hogsmeade in Hogwarts Legacy.
However, this is a small price to pay for this slightly silly, yet also somehow stylish top hat, which features a teal diamond pattern and a golden ribbon to tie the look together. It’s just the right accessory for witches and wizards who like to cause chaos around the school.
4 Spider Slayer Helmet
If players want to truly intimidate their classmates (or look like one of Hogwarts’ sentient knight statues), they’ll find exactly what they’re looking for with the Spider Slayer Helmet, one of Hogwarts Legacy‘s best hats. This item completely hides the protagonist’s identity and replaces it with a solid iron helm, which is also decorated with some subtle engravings. Luckily, it’s quite easy to obtain, only requiring that the player defeat 20 spiders in combat.
3 Halloween Pumpkin Mask
One of the worst Hogwarts Legacy mistakes that a player could make is ignoring dueling feats during combat, and the Halloween Pumpkin Mask is a steadfast reminder of this fact. The giant burlap jack-o-lantern hat can only be earned by completing 35 dueling feats – and so if the student wants to scare some first years and wear it during the befitting autumn months of the game, they’ll need to make the most out of every fight. But regardless of the time of year, the Halloween Pumpkin Mask is one of Hogwarts Legacy‘s best hats, thanks to its sheer creepiness.
2 Astronomer’s Hat
Conversely, the Astronomer’s Hat doesn’t come off as intimidating, but it certainly exudes an air of intelligence and importance. While shaped like a standard witch’s or wizard’s hat, its deep blue color and its glittering golden embellishments (including a handful of stars) cement it as far from traditional. It perfectly compliments one of Hogwarts Legacy‘s best cloaks, the Starry-Eyed Seer’s Cape, with the twinkling stars that decorate the underside of the hat, as well.
Unfortunately, the Astronomer’s Hat was only available through preorder of Hogwarts Legacy on Amazon, so it’s no longer possible for students to obtain this gear if they don’t already own it. But anyone who has access to this cosmic cap should absolutely make the most of it, as it’ll make them stand out among their peers – certainly to the space-obsessed Amit Thakkar, at the very least.
1 Hogwarts Legacy’s Best Hat Is The Dark Arts Garrison Hat
Hogwarts Legacy‘s best hat is the Dark Arts Garrison Hat. Anyone who preordered Hogwarts Legacy will already own this show-stopping headwear, but unlike the Astronomer’s Hat, it’s still available for purchase. For many players, especially those who are choosing the path of a dark wizard, it may be worth the price. After all, its black-and-grey color scheme, shape, and animated skull pattern make it one of the most unique accessories across the game. Regardless of their magic practices or morality, though, students certainly won’t be messed with while they’re wearing Hogwarts Legacy‘s best hat, the Dark Arts Garrison Hat.
