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Kingdom Hearts’ Kairi Has Suffered Enough, Will Now Headshot You In Fortnite
Fortnite is adding Kingdom Hearts characters Sora, Riku, and Kairi as skins, featuring their Kingdom Hearts II appearances and Keyblades. This crossover allows players to finally play as Kairi, who has historically been a damsel-in-distress in her own series, and potentially use firearms in Fortnite. The update is expected on September 17th.
Kingdom Hearts is finally coming to Fortnite "this week," Epic confirms, and it's seemingly not just Sora…
Epic Games has confirmed that a Kingdom Hearts collaboration is coming to Fortnite this week, featuring the protagonist Sora and potentially other characters like Riku, Kairi, and Roxas. The collaboration includes a Sora skin and a Keyblade pickaxe with a Fortnite llama keychain. This adds to the ongoing gaming-themed season, Override, which also has upcoming crossovers from Persona 5 and Cyberpunk: Edgerunners.
Kingdom Hearts 4 script "almost twice as big" as KH3's, Tetsuya Nomura says: "There were more parts that I wanted to include, but I was already pushing it"
Tetsuya Nomura, director of the Kingdom Hearts series, stated that the script for Kingdom Hearts 4 is nearly twice as long as that of Kingdom Hearts 3, despite still having parts he wished to include. Voice recording for the Japanese cast is complete, with the English cast around 60-70% finished. Nomura also mentioned that the game will feature a selective number of Disney worlds to maintain a manageable scope.
Square Enix says Kingdom Hearts 4 has “the most detailed worlds we’ve ever created” but amount will be limited, script almost twice as long as KH3, more
Square Enix developers revealed that Kingdom Hearts 4 will feature the most detailed worlds ever created, though the total number will be limited. The game's script is nearly twice as long as Kingdom Hearts 3, and voice recording is progressing well. Development is reportedly going smoothly, with the game planned for a late 2027 release on Nintendo Switch 2.
Kingdom Hearts Collection 1-3 pre-orders have landed on PS5 and Switch 2, and the goofy box art has thankfully been…
Pre-orders are now available for the physical Kingdom Hearts Collection 1-3 on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2, launching October 8. This collection includes games from Kingdom Hearts Final Mix up to Kingdom Hearts 3 + Re Mind, with a release date for Kingdom Hearts 4 set for late 2027. Purchasers through US Amazon will receive exclusive in-game keyblades and a poster, while other retailers offer a reversible inlay with a 25th-anniversary design.
Coco Opens Kingdom Hearts 4 To These Potential Disney Worlds
The article speculates on potential Disney worlds that could be featured in Kingdom Hearts 4, drawing thematic parallels between the game's focus on memory and the afterlife with films like Coco, Soul, Star Wars, and Black Panther. It suggests that these worlds could align with the game's narrative progression and Sora's current 'situation' between life and death.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Features Coco Since It Fits Sora’s Story The Best, Says Nomura
Kingdom Hearts 4 director Tetsuya Nomura explained that the inclusion of the world from Disney's Coco was chosen because its themes of the Land of the Dead best fit Sora's story progression. The game is slated for a late 2027 release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch, with no planned delays. Co-director Tai Yasue also confirmed King Mickey will be a playable character with puzzle-based gameplay distinct from Sora's adventure.
The road to Kingdom Hearts 4 goes through Melody of Memory
Kingdom Hearts: Melody of Memory serves as a crucial story recap for players looking to catch up before Kingdom Hearts 4, which is slated for a late 2027 release. While the first half recaps the series' narrative from Kairi's perspective, the latter half reveals critical plot points about Sora's disappearance and the world of Quadratum, directly setting up the events of Kingdom Hearts 4. This rhythm game, exclusive to the Epic Games Store, is essential for understanding the upcoming sequel.
Disney animation boss says "nothing is impossible" when it comes to making a Kingdom Hearts movie
Jared Bush, Chief Creative Officer of Walt Disney Animation Studios, stated that "nothing is impossible" regarding the potential for a Kingdom Hearts movie. Meanwhile, Kingdom Hearts 4 is confirmed for a late 2027 release window, with creator Tetsuya Nomura teasing new ideas not seen in Kingdom Hearts 3. A Kingdom Hearts anime is also in development at Disney.
After 8 years, Kingdom Hearts 4 will realize "an idea that we had since Kingdom Hearts 3," Tetsuya Nomura says
Tetsuya Nomura, series lead for Kingdom Hearts, revealed that Kingdom Hearts 4 will incorporate an idea that was conceived during Kingdom Hearts 3's development but couldn't be realized at the time. Nomura highlighted the advantages of creating original worlds based on concepts rather than specific movie stories, allowing for greater creative freedom and narrative integration.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Lets You Play As The Final Fantasy Universe’s Most Powerful Black Mage
Kingdom Hearts 4 will feature Donald Duck and Goofy as playable characters during segments set in the Underworld from Hercules. The article highlights Donald's immense magical power, referencing his use of the Zettaflare spell in Kingdom Hearts 3, which is estimated to be one of the most powerful attacks in the Final Fantasy and Kingdom Hearts universes. Series creator Tetsuya Nomura is committed to the game's late 2027 release date.
Kingdom Hearts 4 hype sees the series' first collection top Steam's sales chart, becoming the best-selling paid game on the store following a big discount
Following new information about Kingdom Hearts 4 and a significant discount, Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5+2.5 Remix has become the best-selling paid game on Steam. The collection, which includes four games and two movie compilations, is part of a larger franchise sale that offers most of the series for under $30.
Kingdom Hearts 4 finally has a release window, if not quite a firm release date
Kingdom Hearts 4 is slated for a late 2027 release window, as announced at Disney's D23 2026 showcase. The game will launch on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, kicking off the new Lost Master Arc. Square Enix also denied claims that AI was used for assets in the Kingdom Hearts Collection 1-3, stating human error was responsible for issues.
Kingdom Hearts is One of Nine $1 Billion Franchises Under Disney
Disney has revealed that the Kingdom Hearts franchise is one of nine under its Games Group portfolio valued at over $1 billion. EVP Sean Shoptaw highlighted the importance of games in Disney's future strategy, mentioning successful partnerships with Epic Games and upcoming titles like Marvel's Wolverine. The company is preparing for a D23 panel on Kingdom Hearts, potentially offering more details on Kingdom Hearts 4, which is slated for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Kingdom Hearts Deep Dive Panel Announced for D23 on August 15th
Disney has officially announced a "Deep Dive" panel for the Kingdom Hearts franchise at D23 on August 15th. The panel will feature guests including Nana Gadd from Disney & Pixar Games and voice actors Haley Joel Osment and David Gallagher. While details are scarce, the event is expected to reveal more about the upcoming Kingdom Hearts 4, which is in development for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
Kingdom Hearts IV News May Be Coming Soon at D23
Fans are anticipating news regarding Kingdom Hearts IV, which was revealed over four years ago, potentially at the upcoming D23 event. While a "DEEP DIVE into KINGDOM HEARTS" panel is scheduled, it is described as a retrospective on the series' history uniting Disney, Pixar, and Square Enix, with no explicit mention of Kingdom Hearts IV. The article notes that a teaser trailer for Kingdom Hearts IV was recently released, announcing its upcoming availability on the Nintendo Switch.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 director says Kingdom Hearts 2 is "one of the best action RPGs ever created," and there's "something about that gameplay" he's been chasing "ever since"
Guillaume Broche, creative director of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has named Kingdom Hearts 2 as one of his top five games of all time and one of the best action RPGs ever created. He stated that he has been chasing the gameplay mechanics found in Kingdom Hearts 2 since its release, noting that while Kingdom Hearts 3 was not bad, it did not recapture the same exceptional gameplay feel.
Sorry Kingdom Hearts nerds, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi says sea salt ice cream "isn't a…
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi clarified that the sea salt ice cream featured in the game is not a reference to Kingdom Hearts, but rather inspired by a popular Japanese popsicle called Garigari-kun. Despite this clarification, the article touches upon the ongoing development of Kingdom Hearts 4 and the general nostalgia associated with the Kingdom Hearts series.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (13th June)
This week's Nintendo Direct showcased new titles like Ocarina of Time, Xenoblade Genesis, and Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, alongside release dates for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and Orbitals, and ports of Lies of P and Stellar Blade. Several staff members shared their weekend gaming plans, including revisiting Ocarina of Time, finishing Pokopia, playing Kingdom Hearts III, and diving into Death Stranding Director's Cut.
Kingdom Hearts Collection Switch 2 Estimated File Size Revealed
Square Enix has revealed the estimated file sizes for the upcoming Kingdom Hearts Collection on Nintendo Switch, with the full collection requiring 131GB. Individual titles like KINGDOM HEARTS III + Re Mind (DLC) will need 45.2GB. The digital releases are scheduled for October 8, 2026, and Kingdom Hearts 4 is also planned for a future Switch 2 release.
