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Kingdom Hearts ReviewKingdom Hearts (2002) is a series of action role-playing games that combine video games and Disney characters in popular adventures. You play Sora, as he journeys with various Disney, Square Enix and Pixar characters and fights multiple incarnations of the games villain, Xehanort.
Our examiner, Andy Robertson, first checked Kingdom Hearts 3 years ago. It was re-examined by Rich Adams and updated 6 months ago.
Our examiner, Andy Robertson, first checked Kingdom Hearts 3 years ago. It was re-examined by Rich Adams and updated 6 months ago.
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Play Overview
Kingdom Hearts is a series of action role-playing games that combine video games and Disney characters in popular adventures. You play Sora, as he journeys with various Disney, Square Enix and Pixar characters and fights multiple incarnations of the games villain, Xehanort.
You explore the worlds, take on hack-and-slash combat, and progress a story. The novelty is, of course, the Disney characters, but also the games are known for engaging stories and light character development. They are a little like a lite version of the Final Fantasy games.
More than older role-play games, these are stories about friendship. Many characters need help along the way - and many boss battles feel almost insurmountable. With help from friends like Donald and Goofy, the player character Sora overcomes the darkness to save his friends and bring hope back to the world.
You explore the worlds, take on hack-and-slash combat, and progress a story. The novelty is, of course, the Disney characters, but also the games are known for engaging stories and light character development. They are a little like a lite version of the Final Fantasy games.
More than older role-play games, these are stories about friendship. Many characters need help along the way - and many boss battles feel almost insurmountable. With help from friends like Donald and Goofy, the player character Sora overcomes the darkness to save his friends and bring hope back to the world.
- Kingdom Hearts (2002) on PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One
- Kingdom Hearts II (2005) on PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One
- Kingdom Hearts III (2019) on PlayStation 4, Xbox One
Play Style
Duration
Play Time: It takes between 29 hours and 40 hours to play a round of this game. Kingdom Hearts III, for example, can take this long. Times depend on the approach and skill of the player.
Age Ratings
Content Rating
Rated for younger players in the US. Kingdom Hearts 3 is Rated ESRB EVERYONE 10+ for Alcohol Reference and Fantasy Violence. Players use key-shaped swords, whimsical magic attacks, and special powers/attack moves (e.g., blasts of water, cartoony blasters) to defeat enemies in frenetic combat. Some sequences allow players to pilot robots or small ships that shoot projectiles at enemies from a first-person perspective. A handful of cutscenes depict off-screen stabbings/impaling of protagonist characters.
Costs
Kingdom Hearts usually costs £24.99 to £89.99.
Purchases in Kingdom Hearts III are for additional content like "Re Mind" or items like the "Dawn till Dusk" keyblade.
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Kingdom Hearts All-In-One Package
Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 Remix
Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue
Kingdom Hearts III
 | Xbox One | £54.99 | – | – |
 | PS4 | £54.99 | – | Free PS Plus Extra |
Kingdom Hearts III Re Mind
Kingdom Hearts: HD 1.5+2.5 Remix -
There are the following additional costs associated with this game:- In-Game Purchases: Additional in-game purchases are offered for items that enhance the experience.
Purchases in Kingdom Hearts III are for additional content like "Re Mind" or items like the "Dawn till Dusk" keyblade.
It's important to set up your accounts and devices appropriately. More information is on our Financial Resources page.
Game Details
Release Date: 28/03/2002, updated in 2019
Out Now: PS2, PS3, PS4 and Xbox One
Content Rating: PEGI 12
Players: 1
Genres: Adventure, Role-Play (Action, Fighting and Narrative)
Accessibility: 21 features
Components: 3D Third-Person
Developer: Square Enix (@SquareEnix)
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