Summary
Square Enix has postponed the release of the GPS-based action RPGKingdom Hearts Missing-Linkfrom its originally planned 2024 release window to an unspecified future date. This decision follows earlier delays from Square Enix, including postponing theKingdom Heartsgame’s second closed beta test from April to May 2024.
The newKingdom Heartsgame is Square Enix’s answer toPokemon GO, offering a location-based adventure where players can collect Disney character “Pieces” and team up with allies to battle the Heartless through the power of friendship. The game offers “GPS-Mode” for exploring the world on the go, allowing players to engage with their surroundings, or “Touch-Mode,” which lets them teleport to global locations from home. While games likePokemon GOhave built experiences around real-world exploration using GPS, promoting exercise and interaction, this mechanic can create limitations for certain players, especially those unable to travel or access specific locations.Kingdom Hearts Missing-Linkaddresses these challengesby offering a more inclusive experience.
AlthoughMissing-Linkwas originally scheduled for release in the next six weeks, there had been little news on the game until recently, when Square Enix announced the launch had been delayed. “While preparing for the launch ofKingdom Hearts Missing-Link, we have made the difficult decision to delay the release,” theKingdom Hearts Missing-Linkofficial Twitter account announced. “We sincerely apologize to all players who have been looking forward to the release. We appreciate your patience. Please look forward to further information.” Square Enix unveiledMissing-Linkin 2022 as part of theKingdom Hearts20th anniversary celebrations.
Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link Delays Its Launch Indefinitely
The game is an action RPG, and although specific details are still scarce, it has been confirmed to include real-world GPS functionality, character creation, and an AP stamina system. Beyond this,Missing-Linkremains mostly a mystery. While there have beenhints that it could connect toKingdom Hearts 4, the game’s main focus is still unclear, and it looks like it will remain that way for a little while longer.
This news comes after Tetsuya Nomura, the celebrated co-creator of theKingdom Heartsseries, has revealed thathe is contemplating retirementand plans to wrap up the sprawling storyline he began in 2002. The creator, who is set to turn 54 later this year, mentioned that he “only has a few years left” before stepping away from his work in the gaming industry.
Kingdom Hearts Missing Link
WHERE TO PLAY
Become a Keyblade wielder in the first KINGDOM HEARTS location-based action RPG! Embark on a new adventure uncovering the “blank era” of the KINGDOM HEARTS story. Experience epic 3D action battles, collect Disney character “Pieces,” and team up with allies to defeat Heartless through the power of friendship. Use “GPS-Mode” to play on the go or use “Touch-Mode” from the comforts of your home by teleporting to locations around the world!
