Square Enix has officially confirmed that Kingdom Hearts 4 is set to launch in late 2027. The announcement came during the Disney Entertainment Showcase at D23, where the company premiered a new trailer for the upcoming JRPG.
New World: The Land of the Dead
The latest footage confirms that the game will feature a world based on Pixar's Coco. In the trailer, protagonist Sora is shown exploring a recreation of The Land of the Dead. To fit the setting, Sora appears with character-specific makeup and a themed Keyblade design.
What This Means for Players
For players waiting on the next entry in the series, this update provides the first concrete confirmation of a Disney world integration for Kingdom Hearts 4. The trailer displays a more mature version of Sora, marking a visual shift for the character as he faces off against Heartless enemies in the new environment.