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Kingdom Hearts 4 Delay is “Not Happening,” as Nomura Reaffirms Late 2027 Launch
Square Enix director Tetsuya Nomura has confirmed that Kingdom Hearts 4 is on track for its late 2027 release and will not be delayed. The game is set to launch on Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch, featuring various Disney worlds and characters.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Extended Trailer Showcases Playable King Mickey Sections and Chaos in Quadratum
A new trailer for Kingdom Hearts 4 revealed that players will control King Mickey in playable sections, featuring unique Keyblade interactions and platforming segments. The trailer also confirmed playable sections for Donald and Goofy, and a late 2027 launch window for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
Kingdom Hearts 4 releases extended 4-minute trailer, shows Riku plus Mickey, Donald, and Goofy gameplay
An extended four-minute trailer for Kingdom Hearts 4 has been released, showcasing Riku and gameplay featuring Mickey, Donald, and Goofy. The trailer revealed new gameplay mechanics for Mickey, including origami paper abilities for puzzle-solving, and detailed dynamic city traversal options. The game is slated for a late 2027 release on Nintendo Switch 2.
KINGDOM HEARTS 4 – COCO Reveal and Release Window Trailer | D23 Showcase
A new trailer for Kingdom Hearts IV has revealed that the world of Disney and Pixar's Coco will be featured in the upcoming game. The trailer was shown at the D23 Showcase, hinting at a potential release window.
"Please let your imaginations run wild" - The Kingdom Hearts 4 team and Tetsuya Nomura are involved in the new…
An original Kingdom Hearts anime series has been announced for Disney Plus, with series co-creator Tetsuya Nomura and the Kingdom Hearts 4 development team involved. Nomura has encouraged fans to "let their imaginations run wild" regarding the story, confirming that new character designs have been created specifically for the project.
Kingdom Hearts 4 trailer release window, first world, and anime series unveiled
A new trailer for Kingdom Hearts 4 revealed that the game will feature worlds based on Disney's Coco and is targeting a late 2027 release window. Additionally, an original Kingdom Hearts anime series was announced, produced with Square Enix and series creator Tetsuya Nomura.
Kingdom Hearts 4's first new world is inspired by Pixar's Coco
Square Enix confirmed that the first new world in Kingdom Hearts 4 will be inspired by Pixar's Coco, featuring characters like Miguel and Héctor. The trailer showcased Sora teaming up with them in the Land of the Dead. Square Enix also denied claims of using AI-generated content for the Kingdom Hearts Collection 1-3 promotion, stating the assets were created by their development team.
Kingdom Hearts is getting its own anime series on Disney+ and Disney Channel
Disney has announced a new Kingdom Hearts anime series in partnership with Square Enix, which will be released on Disney Channel and Disney+. The series, currently under the working title Kingdom Hearts, will tell a new story within the existing universe and is being developed with input from series creator Tetsuya Nomura. A teaser image featuring Sora was shown, but no release date or cast details have been confirmed.
Kingdom Hearts 4 finally comes out "late 2027," and Pixar's Coco joins the JRPG as the first Disney world…
Kingdom Hearts 4 is slated for a late 2027 release, featuring Pixar's Coco as the first revealed Disney world. A new trailer showcased Sora in a recreation of The Land of the Dead, alongside combat details and confirmation of PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X|S platforms. The game will also feature a dynamic battle system with combo attacks and magic.
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 4 launches late 2027, anime series announced for Disney+
Square Enix announced that Kingdom Hearts IV is slated for a late 2027 release on Nintendo Switch 2. Additionally, an anime series based on the Kingdom Hearts franchise was revealed to be in development for Disney+.
Evening Reading - August 14, 2026
This week's gaming news roundup includes updates on Total War: Warhammer 3, a review of Madden NFL 27, and the opening of 2K's Small Axe Studios. Compulsion Games has removed Xbox as the publisher for South of Midnight on Steam, while Kingdom Hearts 4 is slated for a late 2027 release with an animated series coming to Disney+. The article also highlights new features for The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered on Nintendo Switch and mentions upcoming content for Modern Warfare 4.
Kingdom Hearts anime series in the works at Disney Plus
Disney has announced that an original Kingdom Hearts anime series is in development for Disney Plus. The announcement was made at the D23 convention, where teaser art featuring Sora was revealed. This multimedia expansion comes as the Kingdom Hearts franchise has surpassed $1 billion in revenue for Disney.
Kingdom Hearts 4 gets late 2027 release window, animated series coming to Disney+
Kingdom Hearts 4 has been given a late 2027 release window, with a new trailer showcasing Sora visiting the world of Disney Pixar's Coco. Additionally, an original Kingdom Hearts anime series is in development for Disney+ and The Disney Channel. The game is slated for release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Brand new Kingdom Hearts 4 trailer released, confirmed for late 2027, anime series announced
A new trailer for Kingdom Hearts 4 has been released, with the game confirmed for a late 2027 release. Additionally, a new anime series based on the franchise has been announced.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Gets New Trailer, Late 2027 Release Window, and a Disney+ Anime Series
A new trailer for Kingdom Hearts 4 was revealed, along with a release window set for late 2027. Additionally, a Kingdom Hearts anime series is in development for Disney+.
Kingdom Hearts 4 is Out in Late 2027, New Trailer Reveals First Disney World
Square Enix and Disney revealed that Kingdom Hearts 4 is slated for a late 2027 release on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. The new trailer showcased the first Disney world, The Land of the Dead from Coco, and featured Sora meeting Miguel. Donald and Goofy were shown heading to the Underworld from Hercules.
As Kingdom Hearts 4 fans await an update at D23, Disney says the JRPG series is now a $1 billion franchise
Disney announced that the Kingdom Hearts franchise has surpassed $1 billion in revenue, making it one of nine such franchises for the company. This news comes as fans eagerly await updates on Kingdom Hearts 4, with speculation that new information may be revealed at the upcoming D23 panel.
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.
How to watch the Kingdom Hearts panel at D23 2026
Square Enix will host a Kingdom Hearts panel at D23 on August 15 to celebrate the franchise's 25th anniversary. The panel, featuring voice actors Haley Joel Osment and David Gallagher, will be streamed live on the Kingdom Hearts YouTube channel and may include surprises for fans, though Kingdom Hearts 4 news is not guaranteed.
