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As teased last month, Disney Japan has listed new Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary products, this time comprising nuiMO plushes depicting Mickey, Donald, and Goofy. Each plush costs ¥4,620, and pre-orders will begin on August 30th, 2022, at 10:00:00 Japan Time. However, there are currently no estimated shipment dates. You can view these upcoming items via our galleries below: Additionally, Aitai Kuji will be selling these products at the same time for ¥5,000 each, with September 2022 shipment windows. Their store pages are listed below: Mickey nuiMO Donald nuiMO Goofy nuiMO View full article

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Recently, the poster set to be gifted to D23 Gold Members at the upcoming D23 Expo was revealed, and it depicts the Kingdom Key on the central tower's left pillar closest to the middle. Thanks to Twitter user @JCz28B for spotting this neat find! View full article

Japanese retailer Amnibus has listed new Kingdom Hearts apparel comprising men's and ladies' T-shirts depicting the Kingdom Key and the "May Your Heart Be Your Guiding Key" phrase. Additionally, a unisex jacket was also shared with similar iconography. The men's and ladies' T-shirts are available for pre-order for ¥4,620 (tax included), and the unisex jacket for ¥9,680 (tax included). However, the pre-order periods for every previously mentioned product close on September 29th, 2022, and shipments are currently expected to occur sometime during early December 2022. UPDATE [Aug 22, 2022]: Pre-orders are now being accepted on Aitai Kuji! T-Shirts will cost ¥5,500 (about $41.00) for both men and women and the jacket will cost ¥11,000 (about $82.00)! Items will be shipped in December! You can view images of the aforementioned items via our galleries below: View full article

Disney and Marvel have revealed that they will be hosting a dedicated Gaming showcase on September 9th, 2022, at 1 PM PT/ 4 PM ET. Currently, aside from the confirmation of "new content from Disney & Pixar Games, Marvel Games, Lucasfilm Games, and 20th Century Games," Disney Dreamlight Valley, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, and an unannounced "Marvel ensemble game from Skydance New Media" are stated to receive news. There is no mention of Kingdom Hearts appearing. Still, there is certainly a chance it could, especially when recalling the franchise's previous showings at the D23 event umbrella, such as 2015 and 2017. Further, with this year being the series' 20th Anniversary, and with Kingdom Hearts IV and Missing-Link on the way, some semblances of acknowledgment could be made. Of course, don't go into the event with presumptions, but simply keep an open mind to possibilities. Links for viewing this upcoming event can be accessed via the official D23 website. View full article

Square Enix has released the English and Japanese versions of the Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary website, containing officially translated comments from several notable members of the series' staff. We translated the Japanese versions of these comments back when the Anniversary Event initially occurred. The website also contains the recently released Annviersary Event recap video, alongside photos of the venue. You can view our gallery housing all of the officially released venue images below: Further, each officially translated Memory Locker message is viewable below: View full article

Square Enix has finally published the Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary Event Recap video, chronicling the live reactions that took place regarding the Kingdom Hearts IV reveal and more. Additionally, the remainder of Kingdom Hearts Dark Road was confirmed to be releasing on August 26th, 2022, with a new tweet from the official Japan PR account sharing new screenshots depicting Master Xehanort and Vanitas, most likely during the Birth by Sleep era. Further, the end of the Anniversary Event recap video depicts a new scene with baby Xehanort and the mysterious blue-hooded figure on Destiny Islands that was previously shown to be watching over the future antagonist during the conclusion of Kingdom Hearts Union χ [Cross]. You can view the Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary Event recap video below: An English version of the video is viewable below: Lastly, a voice actor panel video was uploaded, viewable below. Unfortunately, no English subtitles are available: View full article

Earlier this year, Kingdom Hearts music was confirmed to be played during the BBC Proms on August 1st, 2022, alongside several other video game franchise songs, such as from Final Fantasy VIII and The Legend of Zelda. Recently, the audio performances have been made publically listenable online, and the Kingdom Hearts tracks have been given their own section. At 49:35, an orchestral rendition of the iconic "Hikari" can be listened to. What are your thoughts on this excellent Kingdom Hearts tribute and the other video game-dedicated performances that took place? View full article

Sony Japan has announced that the Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary Wearable Headphone Speakers Model: SRS-WS1/KH20 are available for pre-order via their digital storefront. Costing ¥30,500, with an estimated shipment date of August 18th, 2022, various warranty types are selectable. One can choose between two different warranty services: Basic and Wide. Basic solely protects the device from manufacturing failures, but the Wide warranty also safeguards the Headphone Speakers in situations involving physical harm, water damage, electrical discharges, and more. By default, the Basic 3-year warranty is choosable at no added cost. However, the 5-year Basic warranty costs ¥2,200. Alternatively, for a Wide-warranty of 3 years, an additional ¥2,200 to your price is needed. Lastly, for 5 years of Wide-warranty, an additional ¥3,300 is required. It is also worth noting that this item is only purchasable for a limited time, with its availability concluding on October 3rd, 2022, at 10:00 JST. If you're interested and able to do so, you can pre-order the Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary Wearable Headphone Speakers Model: SRS-WS1/KH20 via Sony Japan. You can view images of this upcoming product via our gallery below: Sony Japan previously revealed celebratory Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary Walkman and Airbuds. View full article