Kingdom Hearts 4 made a major appearance at D23, giving fans several significant updates about the highly anticipated next entry in Square Enix and Disney’s popular action-RPG franchise.
During the Disney Entertainment panel in Anaheim, California, a new trailer for the game was unveiled alongside confirmation of a late 2027 release window. The presentation also revealed a new Pixar-inspired world based on Coco and provided additional details about the franchise’s future beyond the game.
Kingdom Hearts 4 reveals Coco world in new trailer
The 1-minute-30-second trailer introduced a brand-new world inspired by Pixar’s 2017 animated film Coco. The footage showcased Sora exploring the colorful Land of the Dead while interacting and fighting alongside characters from the movie.
Miguel and Hector were shown teaming up with Sora during combat, giving fans their first major look at how the Coco universe will be incorporated into the Kingdom Hearts storyline.
The trailer also revealed a new Keyblade designed around Miguel’s iconic guitar. The weapon blends the visual identity of Coco with the distinctive combat style of the Kingdom Hearts series.
Sora battles Heartless in the Land of the Dead
Beyond the new world reveal, the trailer featured several action sequences involving Sora. He was shown battling Heartless Shadows across the vibrant environments of the Land of the Dead.
Miguel was also seen performing on stage during the celebrations, while familiar Kingdom Hearts characters appeared throughout the footage.
Mickey Mouse, Goofy and Hades were among the recognizable characters featured in the trailer. The appearance of spectral versions of Goofy and Donald Duck also raised questions about the role they could play in the story.
Kingdom Hearts 4 release window and platforms
Square Enix confirmed that Kingdom Hearts 4 is scheduled to launch in late 2027. The game is also expected to have a broad platform release compared with previous entries.
- Nintendo Switch 2
- PlayStation 5
- Windows PC via Steam
- Windows PC via the Epic Games Store
- Xbox Series X
The wide range of platforms means players across several major Gaming systems will be able to experience the next chapter of the Kingdom Hearts franchise at launch.
Kingdom Hearts anime series also announced
The D23 presentation delivered another major surprise beyond the game itself. Disney and Square Enix confirmed that a Kingdom Hearts anime series is currently in development.
The series is being developed with Kingdom Hearts creator Tetsuya Nomura and Square Enix. It is expected to introduce a new story while expanding the wider Kingdom Hearts universe.
The upcoming project is planned for Disney Plus and Disney Channel, giving the franchise another way to reach both longtime fans and newcomers.
Coco 2 also receives release date
The Coco announcements did not end with its inclusion in Kingdom Hearts 4. Disney also revealed that Coco 2 is scheduled to be released in November 2029.
The connection between the upcoming Pixar sequel and the newly revealed Kingdom Hearts 4 world makes the Coco crossover one of the most notable announcements from the D23 presentation.
Why the Kingdom Hearts 4 update matters
The latest announcements significantly expand the scope of Kingdom Hearts 4. The addition of the Coco world gives players another Pixar universe to explore, while the broad platform lineup could make the game accessible to a much larger audience.
The announcement of an anime series also demonstrates Disney and Square Enix’s continued interest in expanding the franchise beyond traditional video games.
With a late 2027 release window now confirmed, fans have a clearer idea of when they can expect the next major chapter of Sora’s journey.
Bottom line
Kingdom Hearts 4 received one of its biggest updates at D23, with a new trailer introducing the Coco world, a late 2027 release window and confirmation of launches across Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X and PC.
The announcement of a new Kingdom Hearts anime series for Disney Plus and Disney Channel adds another major development to the franchise, while Coco 2 is scheduled for November 2029.
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