Kingdom Hearts co-creator and series designer Tetsuya Nomura has addressed fans directly to confirm that Kingdom Hearts 4 will not face any delays.
Quick Facts
- Game: Kingdom Hearts 4
- Developer/Publisher: Square Enix
- Release Window: Late 2027
- Announcement Location: Disney's D23 conference in Anaheim, California
- Key Statement: Series designer Tetsuya Nomura promised players the game will not be delayed during a weekend panel appearance.
D23 Conference Announcements
Square Enix originally announced the late 2027 release target for Kingdom Hearts 4 on Friday during Disney’s D23 event in Anaheim, California. Following the initial reveal, a dedicated Kingdom Hearts panel took place on Saturday night.
During the Saturday panel, Nomura made a surprise appearance on stage to speak with attendees about the upcoming title. Addressing player expectations directly regarding the multi-year development timeline, Nomura stated clearly that the project "is not happening" regarding potential delays.