The next chapter in the saga is finally taking shape... Kingdom Hearts IV, an action-RPG developed and published by Square Enix, used the D23 2026 to unveil a fresh trailer and confirm a planned late-2027 release on PC, PS5, Xbox Series and Nintendo Switch 2. The video also offers a first glimpse at a Coco-inspired world, drawing from Pixar’s animated film, while Disney has confirmed a working animated series based on the license.
This new video alternates cutscenes and gameplay sequences. It lets us follow Sora in Quadratum, but it also showcases several new environments, including the Land of the Dead inspired by Coco. We glimpse various confrontations with the Heartless, exploration through the city streets, and scenes featuring other iconic characters from the series. The trailer also confirms that the Disney and Pixar worlds will continue to play a major role in this new adventure.
"Sora is trapped in Quadratum, a vast, highly realistic world unlike anything he's known before. Surrounded by unexpected allies and facing a new threat, he must find a way to return home while unraveling the mysteries of this strange reality".
Square Enix is keeping most of the gameplay mystery under wraps for now. The footage released so far showcases a real-time combat system faithful to the series, with dynamic clashes that blend physical strikes, magic, and acrobatic movement.
The trailer also hints at a more open-ended take on Quadratum, where Sora can roam sprawling urban landscapes before jumping to other Disney worlds. The studio has not yet detailed the character’s new abilities or any potential tweaks to progression or customization.
Alongside the game, Disney unveiled plans for an animated series based on Kingdom Hearts, overseen by Tetsuya Nomura. No details have been released yet about the storyline, format, or release date.
Square Enix has yet to pin down the exact launch date for Kingdom Hearts IV. For now, the studio is targeting a late-2027 release, with additional unveilings expected before it hits the market.
In the months ahead, players can expect to explore new worlds, get to know the characters joining Sora, and see how Quadratum fits into this new chapter.
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