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Kingdom Hearts Fan Event, March Caprice VII: The End of The Road, Announced for March 2027

The annual online Kingdom Hearts fan event, March Caprice, has announced its seventh and final celebration, titled March Caprice VII: The End of The Road. It will take place from March 20 through March 27, 2027, featuring community artwork, music, cosplay, games, and other fan-created projects.
The final March Caprice event will be part of KH25, a larger fan celebration tied to Kingdom Hearts' 25th anniversary. More specifically, it will coincide with Reconnect's finale, another fan-driven event.
March Caprice VII will feature a flowers-and-papercraft theme, with activities hosted across the March Caprice website, Twitch, and participating creators' channels.
The event will stream the Concert Soirée and community showcases on its official Twitch channel. Meanwhile, an online gallery will feature fan illustrations, cosplay, merchandise, writing, and games. Additional livestreams and video presentations will run throughout the week on individual creators' platforms, following a schedule.
Organizers are currently accepting submissions across several categories, including art, cosplay, games, merchandise, music, streaming, videos, writing, and community partnerships.
Applications remain open until January 9, 2027.
OrpheusJoshua

KH13 Review: A Look at the new Kingdom Hearts Collection [I ~ III]

The Kingdom Hearts series has had a lot of re-releases over the years. Here on KH13, we’ve covered the PC ports that were released on the Epic Games Store, as well as the Cloud versions. However, thanks to Square Enix, we had the opportunity to try out the brand-new Kingdom Hearts Collection [I~III] on the Nintendo Switch 2.
The collection comes to PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X|S, the one that most intrigues me is the Nintendo Switch 2 version, since they’re native ports rather than Cloud versions. This is an exciting prospect, because the Cloud versions were, to put it mildly, not the best way to experience these titles. So let's open the box and find out whether this package is worth its price of admission.
Kingdom Hearts - HD 1.5+2.5 ReMix

The first package in the collection, Kingdom Hearts - HD 1.5+2.5 ReMix comprises six titles, of which four are playable (Kingdom Hearts I Final Mix, Kingdom Hearts Re: Chain of Memories, Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix, and Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep Final Mix) and two are cutscene compilations (Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days and Kingdom Hearts Re: coded).
A pleasant surprise is that the 1.5+2.5 HD ReMix also has a Nintendo Switch version, and if you owned the cloud versions previously, you can port over your save data from them, and you’ll also receive a 50% off discount. However, if you get it on Nintendo Switch, there is no upgrade path for the Nintendo Switch 2 version, as Square Enix does not have an upgrade path, and the collection bundle on Nintendo eShop is Switch 2 only. This is something that was already seen on their previous Switch 2 releases, and it’s rather disappointing.
Furthermore, it’s worth noting that this is a 54.2 GB game. If you have a Switch Lite or the original Switch, due to their base storage being limited to 32 GB, it’s practically impossible to install this game unless you have a microSD card, which would require an additional investment. The PC versions required approximately 60 GB, so I am willing to say that for having so many games inside this one package, this isn’t too bad.

Graphically, this is impressive on the Nintendo Switch 2, but after comparing it side by side with the PS5 version of the collection, you can really see the difference between the two. The PS5 looks a lot more sharper, but it seems to have some sort of weird artifact scaling going on, possibly due to the lack of anti-aliasing. This issue also wasn't present on the PS4 version, as far as we could tell.
As far as I can tell, the game runs at a locked 60 FPS framerate, which I personally prefer compared to an uncapped framerate. However, these issues are minor, and overall I have no complaints about the collection here. On an offhand note, I think Birth by Sleep feels right at home on handheld, given the slightly enlarged font used for its subtitles and UI, which makes sense given its PSP origins.
Kingdom Hearts 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue

Next up is Kingdom Hearts 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue. This collection includes only 3 titles: Kingdom Hearts Dream Drop Distance HD, Kingdom Hearts 0.2 Birth by Sleep -A fragmentary passage-, and a movie titled Kingdom Hearts χ Back Cover. As such, this title is much lighter than the others, at around 27.1 GB.
Sadly, there’s not much to say about this version of the game, and I somewhat echo our staff member Orpheus Joshua's point that this is perhaps the least bang for your buck in the package. The collection itself is $75, but you can buy each game separately for $40. I wouldn’t say Dream Drop Distance alone is worth $40, but if you go for the collection, the math comes around to roughly $25 per title, which is much more reasonable.
That said, this doesn’t necessarily mean you should skip this one, because Dream Drop Distance is still a really good game. I enjoy going through its story in a higher definition, since the Nintendo 3DS had a very low resolution, and this is also the first (and sadly the last time we see the cast from The World Ends With You). Furthermore, I still highly recommend giving χ Back Cover a watch, especially since it will be an important starting point, given the implications that story will have as we head towards Kingdom Hearts IV’s release.
As a side note, when I was playing through all of the games in this collection, I was initially thinking I would have a hard time adapting to the Nintendo control scheme, since on there, A confirms and B rejects. This matches the Japanese PS4 control scheme, where Circle was confirm and Cross went back, but on the West, and on the XBOX format, the A Button and the Cross button are on the B Button. But even though there's that distinction, the controls felt natural, as if they were always on Switch, and that’s not something that happens often with games for me. It is a bit amusing that chests and other prompts in the game show a green triangle overlay, though.
Kingdom Hearts III + Re:Mind

And last but not least, we have Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind, the final game in the collection. It requires about 48 GB to install. So if you’ve been keeping up with the numbers, that means the total to install all three games is roughly 128 GB, which, for reference, is a little above the storage space for the recently released Final Fantasy XIV Online Switch 2 port. Luckily, the Switch 2 does come with 256 GB, so there is some leeway.
I must say, this might be the first time I'm replaying Kingdom Hearts III with the Premium Menu, which was only added later when Re:Mind came out. If you’re unaware of this menu, the initial cutscene adds a new question, asking if you’d like a balanced adventure, an easier adventure, or a tougher adventure. This in turn enables something called EZ Codes or Critical Codes. As their names imply, they can make the game a lot harder or a lot easier.
Honestly, the way they implemented these EZ Codes is by far one of the best I’ve ever seen. While I do have some complaints about how they depict the option to enable the EZ Codes in that one Kingdom Hearts Dream Drop Distance scene with Sora wearing a fake nose and mustache, there is one key factor I loved.

I am not a hardcore player by any means, so you’ll hardly see me selecting Critical Mode. However, with the EZ Codes, Sora can instantly get killed, yes, but that goes both ways, since one of the EZ Codes allows you to one shot most enemies. It creates a sort of Heaven or Hell type of playthrough that feels really fun to go through.
Over the last few years, I’ve always been a fan of games that have multiple languages to allow them to learn a new language with their favorites. It’s just disappointing that this dual-language option is really only available on Kingdom Hearts III, and not the previous ones of the collection. You even needed to download the voices separately for the menu option to even appear.
Now here’s where things start to get a bit messy. Up until now, all the Kingdom Hearts games in this collection ran superbly well. But that isn’t quite the case for Kingdom Hearts III. The framerate appears to be running uncapped. So there are moments where the game is running very smoothly at 60 FPS, only for the framerate to suddenly tank down to 40 FPS, especially in action-heavy areas like the enemies in the Toy Box world.
In the last few years, Square Enix offered a Graphics and Performance mode toggle on its Switch 2 ports, but that is not the case for Kingdom Hearts III. So while the game looks visually stunning, and this inconsistency can be somewhat addressed with the Switch 2’s variable refresh rate (VRR), it can only do so much.
Conclusion
I feel the only thing that makes me pause when recommending this title is the rather steep price, but really, when you stop and consider just this collection is not one, not two, not three, but seven entirely playable games (eleven if you want to include the cutscene compilations that are present!)... it suddenly makes the price feel worth it, at least in my view.
For most people, and especially new fans, this collection is a one-stop shop for everything you need to get into Kingdom Hearts, and it’s also available across many platforms, including the Switch 2, which to me, has been an indispensable companion for my gaming needs on the go. That isn't to say this Collection isn't without its faults. The lack of Melody of Memory, for one, is a bit of a shame, especially since it’s already on so many platforms, it wouldn’t have hurt to just include it.
While I've experienced minor performance issues with some of the games, such as Kingdom Hearts III and Kingdom Hearts 0.2 Birth by Sleep -A fragmentary passage-, I’m sure a performance patch can fix most of the small issues that I and other members of staff experienced throughout the days we’ve been playing the collection.
If you have a Switch 2 and have always wanted to play these amazing titles, this Collection is, quite frankly, the best place to start, period. Taking the experience on the go is magical, and it was still a marvel to lie down in bed and experience each of these stories natively, without needing a persistent Internet connection.
9/10
Special thanks to Square Enix for making this article possible with a Nintendo Switch 2 code for the Kingdom Hearts Collection [I~III]!

Ryuji_Shiryu

Kingdom Hearts Collection [I–III] Launches on Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series; Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX Launches Natively on Switch

Square Enix has officially released Kingdom Hearts Collection [I–III] for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via the Microsoft Store on Windows. Most notably, this package boasts native versions of the games on Switch 2, replacing the cloud-based approach previously used on the first Switch.
Moreover, there is now a native version of Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX for the original Switch.
The collection includes Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX, Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue, and Kingdom Hearts III alongside its Re Mind DLC. Players can purchase the complete collection physically or digitally, while the three individual packages are also available separately as digital releases.
Switch 2 players will also receive the new Long Night platform-exclusive Keyblade. Like before, PlayStation 5 players receive Midnight Blue, and Xbox players receive Phantom Green.
These Keyblades are included with purchases of the complete collection or the digital edition of Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind. Physical purchases of the collection also qualify on Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5.
Players who previously bought the games digitally on Switch, PlayStation 4, or Xbox One now get 50% off eligible digital purchases across Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, respectively.
Lastly, players with the Switch cloud versions can transfer their save data to Switch 2. However, save transfers from previous PlayStation and Xbox versions are not supported.
The native releases also arrive before the original Switch cloud versions shut down. Sales of those editions ended on June 9, 2026, and their service is scheduled to end on June 9, 2027.
You can view the launch trailer below:
OrpheusJoshua

Kingdom Hearts 25th Anniversary Special Video Released Commemorating the Series

Square Enix has posted a new video celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Kingdom Hearts franchise. The video looks back on Kingdom Hearts, Kingdom Hearts II, and Kingdom Hearts III, focusing on the Disney worlds and Sora's bonds with Donald and Goofy.
The video also promotes the upcoming Kingdom Hearts Collection [I ~ III], which will be released natively for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on October 8, 2026. Additionally, Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX will also be natively available on Switch.
You can view the new video below:
OrpheusJoshua

Kingdom Hearts IV Nominated for "Most Wanted Game" at the Golden Joystick Awards 2026

Today, the Golden Joystick Awards 2026 nominees have been revealed, and as it turns out, Kingdom Hearts IV received a nomination for Most Wanted Game, alongside Final Fantasy VII Revelation. Players may now vote via GamesRadar's website in each of the 21 categories. The voting period ends October 23rd, 2026, so make sure to cast your vote by then! The awards ceremony is set to occur on November 11th, 2026.
Ryuji_Shiryu

Kingdom Hearts 25th Anniversary Exhibition reveals new key art & information

Starting today, Square Enix has officially revealed the key art and pricing information for the tickets of the upcoming Kingdom Hearts 25th Anniversary exhibition in Japan. The company has also begun a lottery period for some of the days the exhibition will be held.
Here's how it will work. From October 8 to October 12th, 2026, the first lottery will open up for the tickets that will let you inside the exhibition on February 5, February 6, February 7, and March 28, 2027. This special ticket will cost ¥6700 for the first date (February 6, as that's a Friday), and ¥7000 for the other dates that fall on the weekend. The reason it is slightly more expensive is because it will include made-to-order special merchandise, that as of the time of writing, has not been revealed yet.
Afterwards, a second lottery will start from October 16th, and will run until December 2nd. All of the exhibition dates and times (February 5, 2027 to April 4, 2027) will be available for the price of ¥3200 on weekdays and ¥3500 on weekends. And finally, a general sales period based on a first-come first-served basis will be held from December 3rd, 2026 to February 4th, 2026. There will also be same-day tickets available at the event, costing ¥3600 on weekdays and ¥3900 on weekends.
Take a closer look at the key art in our gallery below
The event will be held at the following location:
Location: Mori Arts Center Gallery (Roppongi Hills Mori Tower 52F, Tokyo)
Date: February 5, 2027~April 4, 2027
Hours: 11:00 AM~9:00 PM (Weekdays) / 10:00 AM~8:00 PM (Weekends/Holidays)
(Note: You can only enter the exhibit until 8:00 PM during weekdays and until 7:00 PM on weekends and holidays.)
Ryuji_Shiryu

Rocket League x Kingdom Hearts Collaboration Reveals New Details

In a post that was published today on the official Rocket League website, more details were revealed of the Rocket League x Kingdom Hearts collaboration, which, as of the time of writing, is now live.
In this collaboration LTE, players can complete Challenges over the course of the campaign and gain the following rewards:
Sora Octane Decal
Full Hearted Universal Decal
Lucky Emblem Wheels
Star Trails Boost
Star Trails Trail
Keyblade Topper
Keyblade Player Banner
Keyblade Avatar Border
“Keyblade’s Chosen” Player Title
Over in the Shop, players can purchase the Gummi Ship Bundle, which includes the Gummi Ship (Octane Hitbox), Gummi Ship Wheels, and Gummi Ship Decals (Heartless, Magic, Classic). You can also obtain the Seal the Goal Goal Explosion, Heartless Wheels, and the "Blast Away - Gummi Ship II" Player Anthem.
At the same time, the Fortnite x Kingdom Hearts collaboration is also ongoing, which you can view more information in our article here.
Ryuji_Shiryu

Fortnite x Kingdom Hearts Collaboration Now Live

As of today, the Kingdom Hearts collaboration is officially live in Fortnite. Players who update can now open their game to see the Kingdom Hearts bundle and its related items.
Here is a full list of included items, and their price in V-Bucks:
Character Skins:
Sora - 1,800 V-Bucks
Riku - 1,600 V-Bucks
Roxas - 1,600 V-Bucks
Kairi - 1,600 V-Bucks
Pickaxe Skins:
Keyblade - 800 V-Bucks
Soul Eater - 800 V-Bucks
Destiny's Embrace - 800 V-Bucks
Oathkeeper & Oblivion - 800 V-Bucks
Emotes and Back Blings:
Keyblade Flourish - 300 V-Bucks
Lil' Gummi Ship - 500 V-Bucks
Sea-Salt Ice Cream - 400 V-Bucks
Arpeggio - 800 V-Bucks
Jam Tracks:
The Other Promise - 500 V-Bucks
Dearly Beloved - 500 V-Bucks
Vehicle Parts & Skins:
Blank Wheels - 400 V-Bucks
Gummi Ship - 2000 V-Bucks
A good majority of the items are also available via the Kingdom Hearts bundle, which includes all of the items mentioned above minus the vehicle parts for 4500 V-Bucks. While the price may vary per region, in the US this prices the bundle at $36,99. Note that the bundle will only be available until October 1st, 2026, so act fast if you'd like to obtain it!

At the same time, Kingdom Hearts is also collaborating with Rocket League, which you can view more information in our article here.
Ryuji_Shiryu

Kingdom Hearts x Rocket League Collaboration Teased for September 17th

Today, Epic Games' Rocket League X (formerly Twitter) account has teased a collaboration with the Kingdom Hearts franchise. The teaser shows the Kingdom Key opening the gate, and the tweet also includes the supposed release date of said collaboration; September 17th, 2026, which is the same date as the Fortnite collaboration, which we've covered previously.
UPDATE: The Rocket League official X account has released an update today that showcases that the collaboration will feature three car designs: One inspired by Kingdom Hearts characters, one inspired by the Heartless, and one that looks like a Gummi Ship. All of these designs will be released on the date that was previously teased.
Ryuji_Shiryu

Fortnite releases new trailer for upcoming Kingdom Hearts collaboration featuring Sora, Riku, Kairi, and Roxas; Dearly Beloved and The Other Promise to be featured as Jam Tracks

The official Fortnite social media accounts have shared a new trailer for the upcoming Kingdom Hearts collaboration. Fortnite had previously confirmed that Sora would be arriving to the game later this week and the trailer confirms that Riku, Kairi, and Roxas will be arriving alongside him as part of the collaboration as well. The collaboration is set to begin September 17th.
You can view the full trailer below:
In addition to the character skins, the official Fortnite Festival account has confirmed that the tracks Dearly Beloved and The Other Promise will be available as well, and the Gummi Ship car skin will also be available, as evidenced by the weekly update post by Epic Games, which you can watch below:
You can view images in our gallery below:

Will you be trying out the Kingdom Hearts collaboration in Fortnite? Let us know in the comments below!
WakelessDream

Square Enix Announces Kingdom Hearts Collection [I~III] Pre-Launch Livestream Featuring David Gallagher

Square Enix has just announced on X (formerly Twitter) that they'll be holding a pre-launch livestream for the upcoming Kingdom Hearts Collection [I~III]. The livestream is scheduled to be held on September 30 at 11 AM PDT / 12 AM MDT / 1 PM Central / 2 PM EDT / 6 PM UTC, roughly a week before the collection's release date on October 8th.
The livestream will feature David Gallagher, the voice of Riku, and fans can submit questions on the original tweet's replies that can be potentially answered by him on stream.
Ryuji_Shiryu

Fortnite Announces Sora is Coming This Week

Fortnite's social media has announced that Sora is coming to the game this week with a short video. Fortnite's new season titled "Overdrive" features lots of prominent Video Game characters, and it's loading screen from the start showed Sora from Kingdom Hearts. It's currently unknown how he will be purchasable at this time, but we will update this article when he does!
You can view the announcement tweet below:
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