Square Enix will appear at Disney’s D23 expo to present a panel dedicated to the Kingdom Hearts franchise, the company has announced.
The long-running action-RPG series, a collaboration between Square Enix and Disney that began in 2002 on PlayStation 2, has grown into a multi-title franchise spanning mainline entries, remasters and spin-offs across PlayStation, Xbox, Windows and select Nintendo platforms.
Panel schedule and official framing
Square Enix confirmed it will host a Kingdom Hearts panel on 15th August at 4:30pm PT / 12:30am UK time.
The publisher describes the session as a “deep dive” into the franchise, positioning the event as a retrospective and developer-led discussion about Kingdom Hearts’ past, present and future.
On possible new trailers
Square Enix has not confirmed whether the D23 panel will include new gameplay footage or a fresh trailer for the next numbered entry, Kingdom Hearts IV.
The company’s announcement focuses on the panel’s deep-dive format rather than promising specific reveals, so attendees and viewers should expect developer commentary, franchise context, and archival material alongside any announcements.
Franchise context and verified history
Kingdom Hearts launched in 2002 and was directed by Tetsuya Nomura, who has remained a central creative figure for the series.
Kingdom Hearts III, the most recent mainline release, arrived in 2019.
Over the years the series has been released in a range of forms, from HD remaster collections to spin-off entries; parts of the franchise have appeared on Nintendo platforms in addition to PlayStation and Xbox releases.
Square Enix continues to manage the series alongside its long-standing partnership with Disney for character and world licenses.
What to watch for at D23
Given D23’s role as Disney’s official fan event, publishers and developers often use the stage to contextualize collaborations with Disney properties, celebrate milestones, and provide behind-the-scenes insight.
Square Enix’s slated “deep dive” suggests the session will highlight development history, creative direction and potential future plans for Kingdom Hearts without guaranteeing a specific trailer debut.
Fans and industry watchers can tune into D23 on 15th August at the listed time for Square Enix’s Kingdom Hearts panel.
Coverage and post-panel summaries from major outlets will follow as details are revealed.
The long-running action-RPG series, a collaboration between Square Enix and Disney that began in 2002 on PlayStation 2, has grown into a multi-title franchise spanning mainline entries, remasters and spin-offs across PlayStation, Xbox, Windows and select Nintendo platforms.
Panel schedule and official framing
Square Enix confirmed it will host a Kingdom Hearts panel on 15th August at 4:30pm PT / 12:30am UK time.
The publisher describes the session as a “deep dive” into the franchise, positioning the event as a retrospective and developer-led discussion about Kingdom Hearts’ past, present and future.
On possible new trailers
Square Enix has not confirmed whether the D23 panel will include new gameplay footage or a fresh trailer for the next numbered entry, Kingdom Hearts IV.
The company’s announcement focuses on the panel’s deep-dive format rather than promising specific reveals, so attendees and viewers should expect developer commentary, franchise context, and archival material alongside any announcements.
Franchise context and verified history
Kingdom Hearts launched in 2002 and was directed by Tetsuya Nomura, who has remained a central creative figure for the series.
Kingdom Hearts III, the most recent mainline release, arrived in 2019.
Over the years the series has been released in a range of forms, from HD remaster collections to spin-off entries; parts of the franchise have appeared on Nintendo platforms in addition to PlayStation and Xbox releases.
Square Enix continues to manage the series alongside its long-standing partnership with Disney for character and world licenses.
What to watch for at D23
Given D23’s role as Disney’s official fan event, publishers and developers often use the stage to contextualize collaborations with Disney properties, celebrate milestones, and provide behind-the-scenes insight.
Square Enix’s slated “deep dive” suggests the session will highlight development history, creative direction and potential future plans for Kingdom Hearts without guaranteeing a specific trailer debut.
Fans and industry watchers can tune into D23 on 15th August at the listed time for Square Enix’s Kingdom Hearts panel.
Coverage and post-panel summaries from major outlets will follow as details are revealed.
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