Square Enix Unveils Kingdom Hearts 4: Promises to Meet Fan Expectations with New Screenshots

Square Enix has put any lingering doubts to rest with a clear and vibrant social media message confirming that Kingdom Hearts 4 is indeed in active development. This announcement, paired with captivating images, not only reassures fans but also provides a tantalizing glimpse into what's to come.

Just a day prior, the developer announced the cancellation of Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link, a GPS-based action-RPG intended for mobile devices. However, Square Enix seized this moment to reiterate their commitment to Kingdom Hearts 4, emphasizing that the team is "hard at work" on the eagerly awaited title.

"We’re currently working hard on Kingdom Hearts 4 and will continue pouring ourselves into the game’s development. We’re dedicated to making this an experience that lives up to your expectations!" Square Enix declared in their first of two posts. Accompanying this message was a collage of screenshots showcasing various aspects of the game, including characters, cinematic scenes, combat, platforming, and a glimpse of a formidable adversary.

For a closer look at these exciting previews, check out the slideshow below:

Kingdom Hearts 4 Screenshots May 2025

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"We’ve seen how excited you are, and we are truly grateful from the bottom of our hearts," the second post continued. "We are equally excited and can’t wait to share more about Kingdom Hearts IV when the time is right. Until then, we appreciate your patience. Thank you for your continued support."

This update marks the first substantial news on Kingdom Hearts 4 in months, following a small, cryptic tease back in January. Despite the game's initial reveal in September 2022, complete with a cinematic trailer, Square Enix had maintained a low profile until now.

Series director Tetsuya Nomura has hinted that Kingdom Hearts 4 will, after 22 years and 18 games, begin to steer the narrative towards its much-anticipated conclusion.

Regarding the canceled Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link, Square Enix expressed their "heartfelt apologies to everyone who have been looking forward" to it. The decision to cancel stemmed from the belief that it would be challenging to deliver a service that players would find satisfactory in the long run.