Following the Kingdom Key cameo in the trailer for Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers, another Kingdom Hearts-related cameo has appeared, though this one is quite odd.
Sora's hair is viewable in the recently released Disney+ film as a wig. It's certainly unexpected, but still cool, we guess?
You can view the Sora's hair wig below. Credit to GlaxonXIII for spotting it:
Livedoor News has announced that the upcoming BBC Proms orchestral concert occurring later this year will have video game music performed, including songs from the Kingdom Hearts series. In addition, Pokemon and The Legend of Zelda are also stated to be making musical appearances, with video game tracks being performed on August 1, 2022, by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in Royal Albert Hall.
No details on which songs will be performed were provided, but we'll be sure to keep you updated when that information arises.
The official Japanese Kingdom Hearts Twitter account has announced that the Nintendo Switch Cloud apps of Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX, Kingdom Hearts HD II.8 Final Chapter Prologue, and Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind have been updated to display the server congestion present throughout each title.
The Square Enix Japan support website reiterates this collective announcement with no accompanying details on this matter. Additionally, Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind will now provide the option to prioritize graphical presentation or performance quality.
Japanese retailer Sega Plaza has announced that their stores will start selling Kingdom Hearts-themed can badges, premium bath towels, and premium clearium on June 10th, 2022. For reference, Clearium is an epoxy resin substance used for decorations in Japan.
You can view images of the Kingdom Hearts-themed can badges and premium clearium via our gallery below. The premium bath towels currently lack images.
Speedrunning has been a constant practice in the Kingdom Hearts fandom, with there being an admirably dedicated community intently focused on maximizing their results with the hobby. However, the history of how these speedruns began and eventually grew has only been known by those who partook in or viewed them during the appropriate times.
Though recently, Kingdom Hearts speedrun community member Saiyanz constructed a remarkable video intricately detailing the growth of Kingdom Hearts Final Mix's speedrunning scene. Saiyanz provides insight and objectivity regarding the runners responsible for pushing the game's limits, the routes used to make these feats possible, and an excellent timeline.
Further, this video's commentary, also done by Egglamation, is beginner-friendly. It explains most concepts and terminology that those unfamiliar with the speedrun scene would not ordinarily be aware of.
Above all else, this video can be perceived as a collective celebration of the Kingdom Hearts speedrunning scene, so congratulations to Saiyans for taking the time to make such a stellar breakdown.
You can view Saiyanz' video chronicling the history of Kingdom Hearts Final Mix speedruns below:
The official Kingdom Hearts Twitter account has finally shared a high resolution, clean version of the series 20th Anniversary art drawn by Tetsuya Nomura!
Numerous characters are gorgeously depicted such as the Guardians of Light, select members of the True Organization XIII, the Master of Masters alongside the Foretellers, and more.
You can view this stellar artwork via our gallery below:
Chapter 24 for the Kingdom Hearts III manga is now available in English from Yen Press. Toy Box Part 5 can be bought as a digital download from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Book Walker, Google Play, iBooks, and Kobo. The issue's price varies from $1.99 for the United States to $2.99 in Canada.
Chapter 24 was released in Japanese on Gangan Online back on April 21st.
UPDATE (June 1, 2022): Chapter 24.5 is now available from Yen Press! You can as a digital download from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Book Walker, Google Play, iBooks, and Kobo.
You can also check out the articles for the previous chapters by clicking on the links below!
Chapter 0 Prologue Japanese English
Chapter 1 The New Departure Japanese English
Chapter 2 Olympus Coliseum Part 1 Japanese English
Chapter 3 Olympus Coliseum Part 2 Japanese English
Chapter 4 Olympus Coliseum Part 3 Japanese English
Chapter 5 Olympus Coliseum Part 4 Japanese English
Chapter 6 Olympus Coliseum Part 5 Japanese English
Chapter 7 Olympus Coliseum Part 6 Japanese English
Chapter 8 Olympus Coliseum Part 7 Japanese English
Chapter 9 The Dark World Japanese English
Chapter 10 Unbreakable Connection Japanese English
Chapter 11 The Self inside the Mirror Japanese English
Chapter 12 Reunion Japanese English
Chapter 13 Warmth Japanese English
Chapter 14 Destiny Island Japanese English
Chapter 15 Remaining Light Japanese English
Chapter 16 Tracking the Bond Japanese English
Chapter 17 Following the Heart's Guidance Japanese English
Chapter 18 Twilight Town [1] Japanese English
Chapter 19 Twilight Town [2] Japanese English
Chapter 20 Tox Box [1] Japanese English
Chapter 21 Toy Box [2] Japanese English
Chapter 22 Toy Box [3] Japanese English
Chapter 23 Toy Box [4] Japanese English
Chapter 24 Toy Box [5] Japanese
In addition, Volume 2 of the manga is now available for Japan. The English version is schedule to release on May 3rd.
Square Enix has revealed more celebratory Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary merchandise; a King Mickey plush revolving around his Kingdom Hearts II attire. The endearing collectible comes with a miniature suitcase, and it has the 20th-anniversary logo engraved upon his left shoe's sole.
Further, the plush is available for pre-order via Square Enix Japan's digital storefront (¥9,680), and it is planned to ship on November 12th, 2022.
Additional store links will be listed at this article's conclusion when they are provided.
You can view images of the Kingdom Hearts II King Mickey 20th Anniversary Plush via our gallery below:
UPDATE (4/29/2022)
The product is now available for pre-order via Square Enix North America for $99.99 ahead of a March 2023 release window.
AmiAmi & Aitai Kuji have also listed the product for pre-order:
AmiAmi - ¥7,740 - November 2022 shipment
Aitai Kuji - ¥7,750 November 2022 shipment
Square Enix has revealed more celebratory Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary merchandise; pin boxes boasting gorgeously arrayed key art from the franchise. The pin boxes are divided across 2 sets, with them both available for pre-order via Square Enix Japan's digital storefront for ¥13,750. They will also ship on September 17th, 2022.
The Square Enix Japan store links are listed below:
Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary Pin Box Vol. 1
Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary Pin Box Vol. 2
Additional store links will be listed at this article's conclusion when they are provided.
You can view images of the Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary Volume 1 & 2 Pin Boxes via our galleries below:
UPDATE (4/29/2022)
The products are available for pre-order via Square Enix North America and they both ship in January 2023 with $134.99 price tags.
Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary Pin Box Vol. 1
Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary Pin Box Vol. 2
Both Pin Boxes are also available for pre-order via AmiAmi with September 2022 shipments. Further, each package costs ¥13,060 (approximately $100). Thanks to Twitter user @NipahDUBS for pointing this out.
Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary Pin Box Vol. 1
Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary Pin Box Vol. 2
Aitai Kuji also has both Pin Boxes available for pre-order with September 2022 shipments. Both packages individually cost ¥13,000.
Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary Pin Box Vol. 1
Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary Pin Box Vol. 2
Square Enix has revealed more celebratory Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary merchandise; bean plates. The dishware is ornately decorated with the 20th anniversary logo and several iconic symbols from the franchise. Further, the set is available for pre-order via Square Enix Japan's digital storefront (¥6,600) and it will ship on September 24th, 2022.
Additional store links will be listed at this article's conclusion when they are provided.
You can view images of the Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary Bean Plate Set via our gallery below:
Square Enix has revealed more celebratory Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary merchandise; chopsticks and a rest for the tools. The items' exteriors are coated in identifiable symbols from the franchise. Further, they are available for pre-order via Square Enix Japan's digital storefront (¥3,520) and will ship on June 24th, 2022.
Additional store links will be listed at this article's conclusion when they are provided.
You can view images of the Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary Chopsticks & Chopstick Rest via our gallery below:
UPDATE: 4/29/2022
Square Enix North America - $36.99 - October 2022 shipment window
AmiAmi - ¥2,810 - June 2022 shipment window
Aitai Kuji - ¥2,800 - June 2022 shipment window
Square Enix has revealed more celebratory Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary merchandise; a soba inoguchi set, with the latter term referring to the cups' prints. The dishware collection boasts memorable iconography from the series and the 20th Anniversary logo. Moreover, the set is available for pre-order via Square Enix Japan's digital storefront (¥4,950) and it ships on October 15th, 2022.
Additional store links will be listed at this article's conclusion when they are provided.
You can view images of the Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary Soba Inoguchi set via our gallery below:
UPDATE: 4/30/2022
The Soba Set is now available for pre-order via AmiAmi for ¥3,960 ahead of a September 2022 shipment window.
Square Enix has revealed a Kingdom Hearts Mini Glass Set that is available for pre-order via their digital Japanese storefront. The collection costs ¥4,950 and it ships on June 30th, 2022. Further, each mainline iteration of Sora is portrayed alongside the Kingdom Hearts III iteration of Kairi.
Additional store links will be listed at this article's conclusion when they are provided.
You can view images of the Kingdom Hearts Mini Glass Set via our gallery below:
UPDATE: 4/30/2022
Additional storefronts now have this product available for pre-order, listed below:
AmiAmi - ¥3,960 - June 2022 shipment window
Aitai Kuji - ¥3,950 - June 2022 shipment window
A member of our staff, KHWaterBlock, has shared gameplay footage of the Japanese exclusive Kingdom Hearts mobile game Kingdom Hearts Coded. This game would be remade into Kingdom Hearts Re:coded for the Nintendo DS, but the original remains Japanese exclusive.
Roughly 18 minutes of Olympus Coliseum demo gameplay is showcased, with combat primarily displayed alongside interspersed dialogue.
You can view this gameplay of Kingdom Hearts Coded via KHWaterBlock's Youtube channel below:
Recently, Square Enix launched a new mobile game titled Echoes of Mana, part of the classic and beloved Mana franchise. Players get to control several characters from the series as they unite to save the Mana Tree.
Humorously, fans have discovered that the title's victory fanfare is strikingly similar to the victory fanfare from Kingdom Hearts Union χ Cross.
You can view a tweet by Twitter user @kakaichigo showcasing the victory theme below alongside a link to Kingdom Hearts Union χ Cross' fanfare:
What do you think of these rather close similarities? Let us know in the comments below!
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