Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of SQUARE ENIX® interactive entertainment products in the Americas, today announced that its award-winning title KINGDOM HEARTS HD 1.5 ReMIX is now available in stores exclusively for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system.
In KINGDOM HEARTS HD 1.5 ReMIX, players will be able to indulge in the celebrated KINGDOM HEARTS universe once again with Sora, Riku and the timeless cast of Disney characters, including Mickey, Donald and Goofy. The game marks the first time a KINGDOM HEARTS title has made its way onto the PlayStation®3 system.
The fully remastered HD compilation includes the critically acclaimed KINGDOM HEARTS FINAL MIX, previously exclusive to the Japanese market, and KINGDOM HEARTS Re:Chain of Memories. The compilation will also feature HD cinematic story videos from KINGDOM HEARTS 358/2 Days, enhanced gameplay mechanics and PlayStation®3 system trophies.
“The first KINGDOM HEARTS game was released more than 10 years ago, and following that, my only regret was never releasing KINGDOM HEARTS FINAL MIX overseas,” said Tetsuya Nomura, director of the KINGDOM HEARTS franchise at SQUARE ENIX. “With the release of KINGDOM HEARTS HD 1.5 ReMIX, fans everywhere now have the chance to play the game in a brand-new high-definition format – and with that, I’m very pleased.”
“With a crossover combo of classic Disney and cutesy Final Fantasy characters, this collection couldn’t be more endearing.” -@Gamer Magazine, September 2013 (4.5/5)
Key Features
•Packaged Deal – One disc provides gamers with three titles: KINGDOM HEARTS FINAL MIX, KINGDOM HEARTS Re:Chain of Memories and HD remastered cinematics from KINGDOM HEARTS 358/2 Days.
•Graphics – The character models and facial features have been updated, and the background textures have been completely overhauled; this is the most gorgeous KINGDOM HEARTS game to date.
•Improved Controls – Revamped camera controls and commands create a more seamless gameplay experience.
•Adventure through Beloved Disney Worlds – Worlds include Agrabah (Aladdin), Atlantica (The Little Mermaid), Halloween Town (The Nightmare Before Christmas), Monstro (Pinocchio), Never Land (Peter Pan), Olympus Coliseum (Hercules), 100 Acre Wood (Winnie the Pooh), and Wonderland (Alice in Wonderland).
•New Content – KINGDOM HEARTS FINAL MIX includes new weapons, items, Heartless enemies, abilities, synthesis recipes and Gummi ship missions
•All-star voice cast – The talented roster includes Haley Joel Osment (Sora), Hayden Panettiere (Kairi), David Gallagher (Riku), Mandy Moore (Aerith) and Jesse McCartney (Roxas).
The new launch trailer can be viewed on YouTube. The trailer and new screenshots can be downloaded through the press site.
KINGDOM HEARTS HD 1.5 ReMIX is available today for $39.99 and is rated E10+ (Everyone 10 and older). Please visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) website at www.esrb.org for more information about ratings.
About the KINGDOM HEARTS series
KINGDOM HEARTS is a series of role-playing games created through the collaboration of Disney Interactive and Square Enix. Since the first KINGDOM HEARTS was released in March 2002 for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the series has expanded with six subsequent entries. The series celebrated its 10th anniversary in March 2012, and has shipped over 19 million units worldwide.