The developer said the expansion will be showcased in October 2026 and released a teaser that introduces the new playable character, Captain Jack Sparrow.
As the studio behind Disney Dreamlight Valley, Gameloft framed The Keepsake Sea as the next paid content installment in an ongoing program of updates that combine new story content, characters, and cosmetic items.
During the D23 panel, Gameloft representatives outlined a content roadmap for the rest of the year and offered specific dates for several upcoming drops.
Key confirmed updates and dates
- Hannah Montana and Lizzie McGuire Premium Shop collection (August 19): A new Premium Shop collection inspired by Hannah Montana and Lizzie McGuire arrives on August 19, giving players the opportunity to purchase themed outfits and avatar items.
- Halloween event with Oogie Boogie: The developers confirmed a Halloween takeover that will add Oogie Boogie as a new villager, unlocked through participation in the seasonal in-game event.
- Holiday update featuring Lilo: The final free update of the year will include Lilo’s long-awaited reunion with Stitch, available to players as a holiday-themed experience.
Gameloft emphasized that The Keepsake Sea marks the next paid expansion tier for Disney Dreamlight Valley and reiterated that the title continues to support multiple platforms.
Disney Dreamlight Valley and Disney Dreamlight Valley Nintendo Switch 2 Edition are currently available both at retail and digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 worldwide.
The D23 presentation provided an early look at gameplay direction for the expansion and confirmed that Captain Jack Sparrow will be among the new characters joining the Valley.
Gameloft's staged reveals at fan events like D23 continue to be a primary channel for communicating release windows and seasonal plans to the game's community.
For players on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, the confirmed storefront availability on the Nintendo eShop means the new Premium Shop items, seasonal events, and future expansions will be accessible on both hardware generations as Gameloft rolls out updates through the remainder of the calendar year.