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Kingdom Hearts 4 Stops Teasing: D23 Panel Delivers the Full Extended Trailer
Square Enix and Disney provided an extended four-minute trailer for Kingdom Hearts 4 at the D23 panel, showcasing new gameplay and cutscenes set in the world of Coco. The trailer revealed that players will control characters other than Sora, including Donald, Goofy, and Mickey Mouse, who features in a puzzle-based origami world. The game is confirmed for a late 2027 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
Kingdom Hearts 4 directors say release date delay 'is not happening'
Kingdom Hearts 4 co-director Tai Yasue and series creator Tetsuya Nomura have confirmed that the game is on track for its late 2027 release window and that no delays are expected. Development is reportedly proceeding smoothly, with Yasue stating it is a "100 percent thing." The game will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
'I Want to Set the Record Straight: That Is Not Happening' — Kingdom Hearts 4 Devs Say KH4 '100%' Will Not Be Delayed Past Late 2027 Launch | D23 2026
Kingdom Hearts 4 co-director Tai Yasue and series creator Tetsuya Nomura have confirmed that the game will not be delayed past its late 2027 launch window. They assured fans that the release is '100%' set to occur within that timeframe.
Square Enix talks Kingdom Hearts 4 launch timing, promises the game won’t be delayed
Square Enix has addressed concerns about Kingdom Hearts 4's release timing, with co-director Tai Yasue and series creator Tetsuya Nomura confirming the game is on track for its late 2027 launch. Both developers stated that development is proceeding smoothly and that there are no plans for delays. The article also mentions that marketing for the game has begun and that it will be available on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Extended Trailer | D23 KH4 Showcase
An extended trailer for Kingdom Hearts IV was showcased at the D23 event, offering more gameplay footage than previously revealed. The trailer featured characters such as Mickey, Donald, and Goofy. This extended look provides a deeper glimpse into the upcoming title.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Gets Extended Gameplay Trailer Featuring Playable Mickey, Donald, and Goofy | D23 2026
An extended gameplay trailer for Kingdom Hearts 4 was revealed at D23 2026, showcasing playable versions of King Mickey, Donald Duck, and Goofy. The trailer offered a new look at the upcoming title from Square Enix and Disney.
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.
