Square Enix has unveiled a brand new trailer for Kingdom Hearts 4, confirming a release window in late 2027. Additionally, Disney announced an original anime titled Kingdom Hearts: The Series, set to premiere on Disney+. Both announcements were made during the D23 2026 showcase, providing fans with a clearer timeline for the next installment in the beloved franchise and expanding its reach into new media.
Coco Joins Sora’s Next Journey
The latest trailer reveals that Pixar’s Coco will be one of the featured worlds in Kingdom Hearts 4. This addition aligns perfectly with the franchise’s recurring themes of memory, loss, and family—central elements in both the game series and the film.
The game is also confirmed for the Nintendo Switch 2, alongside other platforms. The late-2027 release window signifies a shift from speculation to a more concrete development phase, showcasing new Disney worlds and an expanded storyline that deepens the series’ mythology.
Disney+ Gets an Original Kingdom Hearts Anime
In addition to the game, Kingdom Hearts: The Series was announced as an original anime inspired by the games, set to debut on Disney+. Tetsuya Nomura, the series creator, is involved in the project, which aims to expand the Kingdom Hearts universe while celebrating the characters that have resonated with millions of fans.
Ayo Davis, president of Disney Kids & Family, remarked, “Kingdom Hearts has captivated gamers everywhere with its unique blend of adventure and imagination. There’s something really exciting about taking a world fans have spent years exploring through the games and bringing it to life in a completely new way.” This collaboration promises to deliver a series that feels distinctly Kingdom Hearts, potentially allowing for deeper character exploration beyond the traditional gameplay structure.
A Bigger Runway for a Tangled Universe
For fans, the key takeaway is that two significant Kingdom Hearts projects are on the horizon: the game, which introduces a world centered on remembrance and family, and the anime, which offers a fresh perspective on the characters and mythology that connect these worlds.
While late 2027 may seem far off, the D23 showcase has certainly made the wait more exciting. Are you more eager to explore Coco in Kingdom Hearts 4, or to see Nomura’s universe adapted into an anime on Disney+?
