The official Kingdom Hearts social media account surprised players today with brand-new screenshots of Kingdom Hearts IV. The reveal comes shortly after the cancellation of Kingdom Hearts Missing Link, a mobile game that was previously in development.
Brand-New Screenshots
Here is your first look at Kingdom Hearts IV:
The images reveal various details about the upcoming game. One of the main highlights is that Mickey appears to be confirmed as a playable character! The visuals also seem to have shifted from the traditional cartoony style to a more Final Fantasy-like aesthetic. It’s currently unknown if this change is limited to a specific world or if it will apply to the entire game.
A Message From the Development Team
Alongside the new visuals, the team shared a heartfelt message:
“We’re currently working hard on Kingdom Hearts IV and will continue pouring ourselves into the game’s development. We’re dedicated to making this an experience that lives up to your expectations! We’ve seen how excited you are, and we are truly grateful from the bottom of our hearts. We are equally excited and can’t wait to share more about Kingdom Hearts IV when the time is right. Until then, we appreciate your patience.”
This message shows that the team is committed to delivering an experience that stays true to the series’ legacy while pushing boundaries with the next major game.
Alternate Screenshot Shared by the Japanese Account
The official Japanese Kingdom Hearts Twitter/X account also shared an alternate image, providing a slightly different perspective from what was shown in the main reveal. Players have already begun dissecting the details of these new images, sharing new theories and excitement across social media platforms. You can take a look at the alternative images here:
The Future of Kingdom Hearts
With Kingdom Hearts Missing Link officially canceled, all eyes are now on Kingdom Hearts IV as the next major step for the franchise. While no release date has been announced, the development team’s message hints that more information is on the horizon. Until then, we can enjoy the new screenshots and speculate on what’s to come in Sora’s next adventure.
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