The KH D23 livestream has delivered major news for Kingdom Hearts fans worldwide. During the D23 2026 event, Disney and Square Enix shared new details about Kingdom Hearts IV, including its release window, a new Pixar world, and an upcoming anime series.
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Key Highlights
- Kingdom Hearts 4 targets late 2027
- Coco world confirmed
- New extended trailer revealed
- Switch 2 version confirmed
- Kingdom Hearts anime announced
- Franchise reaches $1 billion
KH D23 Livestream Date and Time
The KH D23 livestream featured the special “DEEP DIVE into KINGDOM HEARTS” panel. It took place on August 15 at 4:30 PM PT. For viewers in India, the event aired early on August 16. The panel featured Kingdom Hearts IV co-director Tai Yasue, along with Sora voice actor Haley Joel Osment and Riku voice actor David Gallagher.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Gets Late 2027 Window
The biggest update from the KH D23 livestream was the release window for Kingdom Hearts IV. Square Enix confirmed that the game is targeting late 2027. However, an exact release date has not been announced yet.
Coco World Confirmed
The KH D23 livestream also gave fans their first major look at a world based on Pixar's Coco. Sora travels into the film's Land of the Dead, bringing another Pixar setting into the Kingdom Hearts universe.
The new trailer also shows Sora using a Coco-inspired Keyblade.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Platforms
The KH D23 livestream confirmed a broad platform release. Kingdom Hearts IV is planned for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. PC players will be able to access the game through major storefronts including Steam and the Epic Games Store.
New Kingdom Hearts Anime Announced
Another major announcement connected to the KH D23 livestream is a new Kingdom Hearts animated series. Disney has greenlit the project for Disney+ and Disney Channel.
The series expands the franchise beyond gaming, although its release date and additional production details have not been revealed.
Kingdom Hearts Franchise Reaches $1 Billion
Ahead of the KH D23 livestream, Disney confirmed that Kingdom Hearts has become a $1 billion gaming franchise. The series has now grown into one of Disney's major gaming properties after more than two decades.
What Happens Next?
The KH D23 livestream gives fans a clearer picture of the franchise's future. Kingdom Hearts IV now has a late-2027 target, its first confirmed Pixar world, and a wider platform lineup.
For now, fans will have to wait for Square Enix to announce the exact release date and reveal more details about the game's story, worlds, and gameplay.
Final Takeaway
The KH D23 livestream was an important milestone for the series. With Coco, a late-2027 launch window, multiple platforms, and a new anime series, Kingdom Hearts is entering an exciting new chapter.
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FAQs
Q. What was revealed at the KH D23 livestream?
The KH D23 livestream revealed an extended Kingdom Hearts IV trailer, a new Coco world, a late 2027 release window, platform details, and an upcoming animated series.
Q. When will Kingdom Hearts 4 release?
Kingdom Hearts IV is currently targeting late 2027. Square Enix has not announced an exact release date yet.
Q. Is Coco in Kingdom Hearts 4?
Yes. The new trailer confirms a Coco-inspired world, with Sora entering the film's Land of the Dead.
Q. What platforms will Kingdom Hearts 4 support?
Kingdom Hearts IV is planned for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
Q. Is a Kingdom Hearts anime coming?
Yes. Disney has announced a new Kingdom Hearts animated series for Disney+ and Disney Channel. More information about its release is still pending.
Q. How long was the KH D23 panel?
The “Deep Dive into Kingdom Hearts” panel was scheduled as an approximately one-hour presentation, celebrating the franchise's 25th anniversary.
Q. Has Kingdom Hearts become a billion-dollar franchise?
Yes. Disney has confirmed that the Kingdom Hearts franchise has reached $1 billion in gaming revenue, marking another major milestone for the series.
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