{
  "id": 953472,
  "title": "Kingdom Hearts 4 Gets New Trailer, Late 2027 Release Window, and a Disney+ Anime Series",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/15/kingdom-hearts-4-gets-new-trailer-late-2027-release-window-and-a",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-15T03:03:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IGN",
    "slug": "ign",
    "url": "https://www.ign.com/articles/kingdom-hearts-4-gets-new-trailer-late-2027-release-window-and-a-disney-series"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kingdom Hearts 4 received fresh news at the D23 event, accompanied by a late 2027 release window and the debut of a Disney+ anime series. The new trailer highlights the integration of Pixar's Coco into the game. Disney also announced Coco 2 for a November 2029 release. The Kingdom Hearts anime series, developed in collaboration with creator Tetsuya Nomura and Square Enix, will reimagine the franchise with an all-new story that expands on the beloved universe while showcasing cherished characters. Ayo Davis, president of Disney Kids & Family, expressed excitement about bringing fans a fresh experience. The panel discussion for Kingdom Hearts 4 at D23 will feature Nana Gadd from Disney & Pixar Games, Tai Yasue from Square Enix, Haley Joel Osment, David Gallagher, and Renée Johnson, who are responsible for Disney character voices. The panel, expected to reveal more details about Kingdom Hearts 4, will be available via livestream on August 15. Kingdom Hearts 4 previously made a surprise appearance at the June 2026 Nintendo Direct, unveiling gameplay footage after the game's initial announcement. The game is set to release simultaneously for PC via Epic Games Store and Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and Nintendo Switch 2.",
  "summary": "Big Kingdom Hearts news here at D23, with a new trailer for Kingdom Hearts 4, a late 2027 release window, and — surprise! — a Disney+ series.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Polygon",
        "title": "Kingdom Hearts 4 Release Date and Anime Announced at D23",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/15/kingdom-hearts-4-release-date-and-anime-announced-at-d23",
        "published": "2026-08-15T03:18:54.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}