Kingdom Hearts 4 Confirmed for Late 2027 Release, No Delays Expected
Kingdom Hearts 4 is officially slated for a late 2027 launch across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and the Nintendo Switch 2. Directors Tetsuya Nomura and Tai Yasue have repeatedly confirmed the release window, assuring fans that development is proceeding smoothly and delays are not occurring. The game will feature worlds inspired by Disney and Pixar's Coco, with Sora fighting alongside Hector, and an original anime series is also in development.
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4 years later, we finally got another look at Kingdom Hearts 4 (and it's coming to Switch 2 at launch)
A new trailer for Kingdom Hearts 4 was revealed at the Nintendo Direct June 2026 showcase, confirming it will be a launch title for the Nintendo Switch 2. While no release date was given, the trailer suggests development is progressing well. Director Tetsuya Nomura previously stated in 2025 that both Kingdom Hearts 4 and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth were making good progress.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Unveiled, Rest of Series is Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 8th
Square Enix has announced Kingdom Hearts 4 and confirmed the entire Kingdom Hearts series is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 8th, including HD remix collections. A trailer revealed hints of Organization XIII's plans and Sora battling monsters in the real world. Kingdom Hearts 4 will also launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Aiming for Q3 2027 Release - GameHaunt
Kingdom Hearts 4 is now targeting a Q3 2027 release, delayed from its original 2026 plan to ensure quality for the Lost Master Arc. Square Enix is also planning to release the entire Kingdom Hearts saga natively on the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026 as Kingdom Hearts Integrum Masterpiece, replacing the previous cloud versions. The game will feature larger, more cinematic Disney worlds and include an animated recap of mobile game lore.
As Kingdom Hearts 4 fans eagerly await an update, director Tetsuya Nomura celebrates the classic JRPG's 24th anniversary by telling everyone to check in next year
Tetsuya Nomura, director of the Kingdom Hearts series, celebrated the 24th anniversary of the original game by stating that fans should check back next year for updates, likely regarding Kingdom Hearts 4. New artwork was released, depicting Young Xehanort. Square Enix is reportedly working towards the 25th anniversary.
Don't worry Kingdom Hearts fans, it looks like we might get some new info on Kingdom Hearts 4 in... a year's time?
Square Enix released a new illustration for Kingdom Hearts 4 to celebrate the series' 24th anniversary, sparking fan hopes for an update. Director Tetsuya Nomura indicated that the team is working towards the series' 25th anniversary, suggesting new information might not arrive for about a year. Fans expressed a mix of hope and frustration regarding the slow pace of development updates for Kingdom Hearts 4, which was initially announced in 2022.
