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KINGDOM HEARTS III at the Future of Final Fantasy event!

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Published on June 11, 2013 @ 04:35 pm
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KINGDOM HEARTS III was featured at the Future of FINAL FANTASY event just now and our very own Sign was right there at the event, feeding us information.

After tons of FINAL FANTASY announcements, the CEO of Disney Interactive John Pleasants came on stage with new Square Enix CEO Matsuda to discuss KH3. They announced that in this game, Sora will finally be more mature, with Donald, Goofy and Mickey being featured along with new Disney worlds. It was also made clear that the Osaka team, responsible for Birth by Sleep and Dream Drop Distance, is developing the game.

Following this, they announced that KH3 will also be arriving on the Xbox One, alongside the PS4. There will apparently be no plans to make other KINGDOM HEARTS titles available for Xbox platforms, meaning that the HD collections will most likely stay PS3 exclusive.

Producer Shinji Hashimoto was next up on stage and wanted to clarify matters with PS4 fans, adding that this is the first time they've revealed a game for multiplatform, rather than later announcing it. "Please understand" he added. Asked about a potential Wii U port and Pixar worlds, he couldn't comment anything about that.

Finally we got story details for KH3, confirming that it will be all about the clash between Master Xehanort and the guardians of light: "Believing light and darkness must remain in balance, Master Xehanort seeks to spark war against the tyranny of light to restore equilibrium. In an effort to undermine Xehanort's plot, Sora, Donald and Goofy search for seven guardians of light and the Key to Return Hearts, while King Mickey and Riku search for previous Keyblade wielders. KINGDOM HEARTS III features a mature Sora as the main protagonist who sets forth on an adventure with Mickey, Donald and Goofy through new and legendary Disney worlds. KINGDOM HEARTS III will make full use of next generation console technologies to showcase a stunning universe packed full of worlds based on Disney properties."

 

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OathkeeperRoxas XIII

June 11, 2013 @ 04:37 pmOffline

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I like to watch it, show me a link please?

Oracle Spockanort

June 11, 2013 @ 04:44 pmOffline

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There is no stream, OKR

Keyslinger

June 11, 2013 @ 04:50 pmOffline

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The good thing is that if it's for Xbox One it will open the franchise to new audiences and get more sequels.

OathkeeperRoxas XIII

June 11, 2013 @ 04:52 pmOffline

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Master Spockanort
There is no stream, OKR



Oh well, back to the Norm I guess.

Phantom Knight

June 11, 2013 @ 04:53 pmOffline

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I'm disgusted to see these games on the XBox One. That horrible system doesn't deserve them. I could maybe excuse Final Fantasy XV, but Kingdom Hearts has been on the last three Nintendo handhelds, so I thought it would be fair to finally let the series transition to Nintendo's home console. Even ignoring the GamePad, Square Enix could just opt to go with the Pro Controller.

Jadentheman

June 11, 2013 @ 04:54 pmOffline

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FUCK hoping for it to be exclusive. Why is it for that shitty box one? Kingdom Hearts is PlaystatioN!!!

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Xagzan

June 11, 2013 @ 04:55 pmOffline

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How do you make Donald and Goofy more "mature?"

His name's Goofy.

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whatpower

June 11, 2013 @ 04:56 pmOffline

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KH3 is being developed by the Osaka team. I don't mind that at all ^^

Alpha Sonix

June 11, 2013 @ 04:57 pmOffline

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Doesn't matter if it's multiplat or not, the damage has already been done. More people are going to buy the PS4 versions anyway.
Also, I could hardly care tbh, at least both of them are finally coming out.

moonstar_xo

June 11, 2013 @ 04:58 pmOffline

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I really don't see the point in putting it on the Xbox One as well? Like, if KH fans want to play this but can only buy one system, they're obviously going to buy the one that's cheaper, which in this case would be the PS4. I guess they're trying to expand their market or something *shrug*

kupo1121

June 11, 2013 @ 05:15 pmOffline

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Well that sure was a short event O_O I have to say I'm overwhelmingly disappointed, not by SE, but by the people who attended. Barely anyone asked anything about KH3 which I'm quite shocked at. I'm not mad at them since FFXV is also a great game, just kind of disappointed that more questions could have been asked.

The last question was whether or not KH or FF would be making their appearance on the Wii U and the question got messed up in translation and Hashimoto responded with something different.

Keyslinger

June 11, 2013 @ 05:17 pmOffline

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Remember Chain Of Memories original came out for the GBA, 358/2 Days ,Re coded for DS, and Dream Drop Distance for 3DS KH was never truly exclusive to Sony and the Playstation.

Ovafaze

June 11, 2013 @ 05:17 pmOffline

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Gonna be on wiiU, I'm calling it now. REMEMBER THIS POST.

skyfoxx

June 11, 2013 @ 05:18 pmOffline

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I SO called the Osaka Team being the team working on it! SO called it! :D

As for the XBOX ONE... Well, for KH3 that doesn't really bug me because the game only just started developing and it doesn't really hurt them at all. But if this is true about FFXV... and MICROSOFT is the reason that the game got delayed so much... oooooooooh boy, Microsoft shall be known as the scum of the earth for all eternity (well, in my eyes at least)

Seriously, if MICROSOFT is the reason for FFXV's delay... ooooh boy. I don't know what I'll do. I'll probably just scream and yell and punch something like a toddler throwing a temper tantrum. Not threatening at all, though, but I'll be PISSED!

But anyway......... OSAKA TEAM!!! :D
Yaaaaay! I really am glad though because at this point, the Osaka Team IS the Kingdom Hearts Team! But I just have to say... I REALLY hope the final game uses the Command Deck. I REALLY, REALLY hope they're not seriously reverting back to the command bar from KH1/KH2.

Keyslinger
Remember Chain Of Memories original came out for the GBA, 358/2 Days ,Re coded for DS, and Dream Drop Distance for 3DS KH was never truly exclusive to Sony and the Playstation.


No, but KH has always been an exclusive for something.

kupo1121

June 11, 2013 @ 05:20 pmOffline

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Keyslinger
Remember Chain Of Memories original came out for the GBA, 358/2 Days ,Re coded for DS, and Dream Drop Distance for 3DS KH was never truly exclusive to Sony and the Playstation.


I don't think people would have been as shocked if it were on Wii U since you're right, it was never exclusive it PS (though all the main games so far have been with Sony: BbS, KH1, and KH2). The reason we're shocked is because it's Xbox. Even though KH isn't Sony-exclusive, it has NEVER been Xbox, so that was the shocking part ^_^

Avori
Gonna be on wiiU, I'm calling it now. REMEMBER THIS POST.


I'd honestly be okay with that, not because I'd buy it (though I'm curious if it would have any exclusive stuff with the touch screen, I doubt it. Probably just a map or Jiminy's Journal always open.

I'm still sticking with the PS4 because no doubt that will look the best, probably be supported the best (with DLC I mean...we knows it's going to happen), and if the game has online (PLEASE!) I'm expecting it to be the best :)

Keyslinger

June 11, 2013 @ 05:22 pmOffline

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I hope more info will be released in the coming months. If its in development that means Nomura must be nearly done with FF XV.

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CaptainMarvelQ8

June 11, 2013 @ 05:24 pmOffline

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diddly me,I swear to god if I see any,ANY exclusive XBONE content whether it is costumes,minigames or even additional story content (god forbid) I....I WILL.......buy both versions

[SIZE=2]Really,the reason I hate Microsoft is that they buy their way into everything,I just don't see them as a respectable company,they're just so greedy and not even trying to hide it. I've taken this evil,greedy,scum of the earth image of them that I can never forget.

and that is why I didn't want a KH game on their console.
But to hell with all that,at least we're getting the game
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iLeen

June 11, 2013 @ 05:26 pmOffline

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A more mature Sora?!? O_O *le gasp* Impossible!

LightUpTheSky452

June 11, 2013 @ 05:27 pmOffline

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Hmmm... I can't say I'm surprised that the Osaka team is making the game, and boy am I glad for it, as we'll get it that much sooner (and they've done a great job thus far). Still... that's gotta suck for the original team. I feel quite bad for them, tbh. Maybe they can help out when XV's all said and done? Sorry, guys. -pats them on the back for all their various hard work-

And I can't believe that III will be for an XBox system! Wow. I literally never thought I'd see the day. I wonder if the same's happening for XV... probably not. Anyway, I'm excited about this! I've never had an XBox console myself, but I can bet a lot of fans who do are rightly happy. Good work, Square. Everyone who has waited for KHIII deserves to have it if they can. So great job keeping everyone happy:)

Also... I have to wonder just what the heck they mean about a more mature Sora. Is he a Master? Is he older? Is he more serious now? Is it a mix of these? As if I didn't have enough reason to be excited, but now I want to know what their plans are for my dear Sora!

And yay for the main trio being confirmed! Granted they were in the trailer, but for all we knew, that could have just been placeholder images or something. There was also the possibility of having parties with Riku and Kairi at times (something that still might happen), but it's good to know our iconic trinity will be there for the majority of it. That's the only way KHIII could go down, in my opinion. And I missed these guys! Those three have such a great dynamic and have been through so much together! I missed the humor and the Disney. And I was getting somewhat lonely before! No more awkward, lonely monologues for the characters now, though! :D

Am I the only one that laughed at them mentioning having new Disney worlds? Don't get me wrong! I don't mean it in a bad way, but that's what KH (especially the main titles!) are all about. It kind of goes without saying that that would happen for KHIII. Unless that's a subtle hint at new types of worlds, like Pixar or something.

Also, if some lovely person can zoom in on that image of SDG, and post it here for all the world to admire, I'd love you for life:)

Sign

June 11, 2013 @ 05:29 pmOffline

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http://twitter.com/khisign/status/344501731184488448/photo/1

Keyslinger

June 11, 2013 @ 05:30 pmOffline

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Ok theory time will there be new clothing for the characters? Don't get me wrong I like the black outfit Sora wears but it would be nice to see them do something like DDD where he has both outfits?

Youniquee

June 11, 2013 @ 05:35 pmOffline

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Keyslinger
Ok theory time will there be new clothing for the characters? Don't get me wrong I like the black outfit Sora wears but it would be nice to see them do something like DDD where he has both outfits?


I think there will be but the development is at such an early stage, they're using KH2 ones for now? Just like at the first, in KH3D there were going to have KH1 outfits but that changed so...

captain

June 11, 2013 @ 05:39 pmOffline

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Seriously.. If it's going to be on the XBOX1, it should be on the Wii U. Half the games have been on Nintendo handhelds.

LightUpTheSky452

June 11, 2013 @ 05:40 pmOffline

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Sign, you amazing person you, thank you so much for that link! You rock! But then again, we all already knew that. And I might just have found a new profile pic... LOL.

And might we all just take a moment to applaud the team of KHI for giving us all these details, and seeing us through all of this? Seriously, guys. Thank you so much. My KH journeying would not be the same without you:) And you did it! You're now seeing us through the golden era of KHIII. Give yourselves a pat on the back. I'm sure some of us, after all, were starting to think this day would never come. LOL.

Holy mother of god, are those... Are those new plot details?! "The Key to Return Hearts", huh? I wonder if that's referring to a new Keyblade, or the power they got in the RoS.

And Sora, Donald, and Goofy are looking for the Lights, whilst Riku and Mickey look for the past wielders? So there are going to be different scenarios (I think)! And is it just me, or does that make it seem like there are going to be more than Seven Lights, or maybe even Keyblade wielders we don't know of? I mean, we all thought Ven and Aqua would be Lights, but if Sora's looking for Lights, and Riku's saving Ven and them... it seems like two different groups of people altogether. But then again, I might just be over thinking this.

Keyslinger

June 11, 2013 @ 05:42 pmOffline

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Maybe the key to return hearts is Sora himself. Also time travel anyone?

Jadentheman

June 11, 2013 @ 05:43 pmOffline

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Still not happy, but loving the new art style still. Even if may people hate it because they love the 10 year old PS2 art graphics

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CaptainMarvelQ8

June 11, 2013 @ 05:45 pmOffline

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So we already know that MX is trying to recreate the war scenario in order for the real Kingdom Hearts to appear.And that is when the seven lights against seven(i think) darknesses collide.But I thought we already have 4 lights:
Sora
Riky
Mickey
Kairi

So I wonder why they're looking for 7 gaurdians

Sorarocks93

June 11, 2013 @ 05:47 pmOffline

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CaptainMarvelQ8
So we already know that MX is trying to recreate the war scenario in order for the real Kingdom Hearts to appear.And that is when the seven lights against seven(i think) darknesses collide.But I thought we already have 4 lights:
Sora
Riky
Mickey
Kairi

So I wonder why they're looking for 7 gaurdians


You answered it yourself. They only have 4, they need 3 more. And the darknesses are 13.

Keyslinger

June 11, 2013 @ 05:49 pmOffline

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Based on the trailer it also looks like Master Eraqus may play a role in the story.

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CaptainMarvelQ8

June 11, 2013 @ 05:50 pmOffline

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Sorarocks93
You answered it yourself. They only have 4, they need 3 more. And the darknesses are 13.


oh,I thought they were looking for 7 MORE, Totaling 11 lights

ShardofTruth

June 11, 2013 @ 06:02 pmOffline

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I can already see it in my mind: Pre-order KHIII for Xbox One and you receive the One-Winged Angel Keyblade, pre-order for PS4 and you'll get the Diamond Dust. The Final Mix DLC is timed exclusive on Xbox One.

Keyslinger

June 11, 2013 @ 06:04 pmOffline

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They didn't happen to mention a release window did they?

OathkeeperRoxas XIII

June 11, 2013 @ 06:06 pmOffline

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Sigh,, the game finally gets announce and already, talk of DLC and Final Mix.

Sign

June 11, 2013 @ 06:27 pmOffline

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oathkeeperriku09
Sigh,, the game finally gets announce and already, talk of DLC and Final Mix.

That's not a bad thing lol

Let loose and theorize to your hearts' content!

Keyslinger

June 11, 2013 @ 06:29 pmOffline

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Thank you so much Sign for giving us this info. You just made millions of KH fans happy. 7 years of waiting totally worth it.

OathkeeperRoxas XIII

June 11, 2013 @ 06:31 pmOffline

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Sign
That's not a bad thing lol

Let loose and theorize to your hearts' content!


But people are upset DLC's a thing now and the last final Mix we had was BBS. The only reason a Final Mix would be made if content wasn't in the final product and it has something hinting the next saga.

Sign

June 11, 2013 @ 06:33 pmOffline

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oathkeeperriku09
But people are upset DLC's a thing now and the last final Mix we had was BBS. The only reason a Final Mix would be made if content wasn't in the final product and it has something hinting the next saga.

Others' opinions shouldn't bother you. Believe what you want, let others do the same~

Theart

June 11, 2013 @ 06:57 pmOffline

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It's not that big of a deal to me, but I am bothered that this will be on XBox One. I'm fine with KH3 being a multi-platform release, but S-E put their money on the wrong console. It should be PS4 and the Wii-U. There would probably be far better sales that way, considering the vast majority of the KH fandom are Sony and Nintendo fans. There's also the massive negativity that Microsoft has gotten with the XBox One. I don't think the console itself will sell very well, and I doubt there will be enough players that will buy KH3 for that system to justify porting it there.

Having said that, I loved the plot summary. Looks like there might be a potential to play both as Sora and as Riku! :D

Sephiroth0812

June 11, 2013 @ 06:57 pmOffline

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CaptainMarvelQ8
oh,I thought they were looking for 7 MORE, Totaling 11 lights


Well, you know, if you add Donald and Goofy to that mix you get what?
Right, 13, just as many as there are Seekers of Darkness.
That would mean seven guardians of light and six more allies.

Calling it now, the original seven guardians will be Mickey, Riku, Aqua, Ventus, Lea, Kairi and *le gasp* Yen Sid who will endure the clash with Xehanort's 13 at first, leading to Xehanort thinking that his plan works.
And bam, several seconds later Sora, Donald, Goofy, Roxas, Xion and Naminé crash the "party" and Xehanort's plan goes downhill because the numbers are off.
Then the old coot tries to retreat in order to regroup, cue the big entrance of Terra (bonus points if "Rage Awakened" plays) who erects a barrier that prevents Xehanort from retreating to regroup, cue Final battle.

kupo1121

June 11, 2013 @ 08:04 pmOffline

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Sign
http://twitter.com/khisign/status/344501731184488448/photo/1




Sign, did anyone ever tell you how freaking amazing you are...

Sephiroth0812
Well, you know, if you add Donald and Goofy to that mix you get what?
Right, 13, just as many as there are Seekers of Darkness.
That would mean seven guardians of light and six more allies.

Calling it now, the original seven guardians will be Mickey, Riku, Aqua, Ventus, Lea, Kairi and *le gasp* Yen Sid who will endure the clash with Xehanort's 13 at first, leading to Xehanort thinking that his plan works.
And bam, several seconds later Sora, Donald, Goofy, Roxas, Xion and Naminé crash the "party" and Xehanort's plan goes downhill because the numbers are off.
Then the old coot tries to retreat in order to regroup, cue the big entrance of Terra (bonus points if "Rage Awakened" plays) who erects a barrier that prevents Xehanort from retreating to regroup, cue Final battle.


That sounds amazing and weird at the same time. I honestly don't think they'll be introducing any new characters so IDK who else the GoL can be if they want to get 13 to verse the 13 VoD. However, if Namine fought, I don't know what I'd do, go nuts for starters, but after that...I really don't know.

limit

June 11, 2013 @ 08:11 pmOffline

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Ok, I need your opinions. I can't afford a PS4.

Wave57

June 11, 2013 @ 08:24 pmOffline

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limit
Ok, I need your opinions. I can't afford a PS4.


Save up for one. It will likely be some time before KH3 is released.

destiny seeker

June 11, 2013 @ 08:42 pmOffline

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OMG we are in KH3 mode!!!
Seems like this game is going to be epic. The story also looks to be awesome. The time has finally come.

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PunksNotDead

June 11, 2013 @ 09:09 pmOffline

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Tetsuya looks good with Pink Headphones :D

kdude17

June 11, 2013 @ 09:27 pmOffline

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So Mickey and Riku will be the ones looking for TAV? I like it!

Wave57

June 11, 2013 @ 09:33 pmOffline

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Summoning will be back but in a different form. hmm....

Lnds500

June 11, 2013 @ 09:42 pmOffline

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Different shaders for different worlds! How awesome is that?

destiny seeker

June 11, 2013 @ 10:05 pmOffline

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PunksNotDead
Tetsuya looks good with Pink Headphones :D

I agree all the way. I want them.

Ruran

June 11, 2013 @ 10:06 pmOffline

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*pertaining to KH*

"I was going to explain something important but I forgot what"

-Nomura 2013

Chaser

June 11, 2013 @ 10:17 pmOffline

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Donald and Goofy look whack.

ajmrowland

June 11, 2013 @ 10:25 pmOffline

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I kinda sorta stopped believing what I was reading at "Sora will finally be more mature".

Sephiroth0812

June 11, 2013 @ 10:32 pmOffline

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ajmrowland
I kinda sorta stopped believing what I was reading at "Sora will finally be more mature".


Why though? After the events of DDD when Sora narrowly avoided being exploited by Xehanort thanks to Riku, not to mention he now knows all the pain and shit Roxas went through it wouldn't be too surprising if he finally takes a more serious approach to matters.
Also since saving all those tormented people is his responsibility, a burden that isn't as lightweight as it may seem.

Zettaflare

June 11, 2013 @ 10:37 pmOffline

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Sephiroth0812
Well, you know, if you add Donald and Goofy to that mix you get what?
Right, 13, just as many as there are Seekers of Darkness.
That would mean seven guardians of light and six more allies.

Calling it now, the original seven guardians will be Mickey, Riku, Aqua, Ventus, Lea, Kairi and *le gasp* Yen Sid who will endure the clash with Xehanort's 13 at first, leading to Xehanort thinking that his plan works.
And bam, several seconds later Sora, Donald, Goofy, Roxas, Xion and Naminé crash the "party" and Xehanort's plan goes downhill because the numbers are off.
Then the old coot tries to retreat in order to regroup, cue the big entrance of Terra (bonus points if "Rage Awakened" plays) who erects a barrier that prevents Xehanort from retreating to regroup, cue Final battle.

lol, what good would namine be in a fight?

Oracle Spockanort

June 11, 2013 @ 10:37 pmOffline

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Nomura's favorite character is Master Xehanort...AHHHHHH. Nomura I love you!

Sephiroth0812

June 11, 2013 @ 10:39 pmOffline

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Swoosh
lol, what good would namine be in a fight?


That was just a crack-theory I put together in five minutes, lol, not much thought behind that one. :D

Master Spockanort
Nomura's favorite character is Master Xehanort...AHHHHHH. Nomura I love you!


Nomura changes his favorite characters every year, lol, so I wouldn't count on it to last...*ggg*

ajmrowland

June 11, 2013 @ 10:46 pmOffline

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Sephiroth0812
Why though? After the events of DDD when Sora narrowly avoided being exploited by Xehanort thanks to Riku, not to mention he now knows all the pain and shit Roxas went through it wouldn't be too surprising if he finally takes a more serious approach to matters.
Also since saving all those tormented people is his responsibility, a burden that isn't as lightweight as it may seem.

It just feels kind of weird. Our modern definition of maturity often means ridding ourselves of the childish parts of our personality, including the good parts. And it's been theorized that his childishness is exactly what makes him so special, or at least is directly connected to it I want Sora to keep his energy. It isn't a lightweight burden, but part of his strength of character is not dwelling too much on the heavy stuff the way most "mature" people do. If anything, the way he was at the end of DDD-after riku rescued him-would be good enough for me.

Phantom Knight
I'm disgusted to see these games on the XBox One. That horrible system doesn't deserve them. I could maybe excuse Final Fantasy XV, but Kingdom Hearts has been on the last three Nintendo handhelds, so I thought it would be fair to finally let the series transition to Nintendo's home console. Even ignoring the GamePad, Square Enix could just opt to go with the Pro Controller.

It's not like it's gonna completely drag down the game. It's been apparent for years that the industry has been leaning more to multiplatform releases with each successive generation and frankly many fans have suggested just this for KH3 in the past. Only, it was for the 360 and PS3 and not the next generation consoles.

Ultimately this is not a bad decision. Both systems are pretty equally powerful and with the architecture it should be much easier to port between the two. inevitably there are going to be more sales on playstation because Microsoft seems to cater to a more niche audience, but it brings in some fans and nets sone sales and exposure.


And last I heard, Nomura kept saying his favorite character was Sora. First time I've heard him say anyone else was his favorite.

BagelBreath

June 11, 2013 @ 10:59 pmOffline

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I really wanted KH3 to be an exclusive. D;
Oh well, I'm just happy it's finally been announced!<3

Yessir_23

June 11, 2013 @ 11:25 pmOffline

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So a lot of people have been saying that KH3 being on Xbox doesn't negatively effect anyone... but that's not really true, is it? Without a doubt, having to develop for multiple platforms will increase the game's already long development time, so we'll be waiting even longer for it.

Hopefully not too much longer though- Nomura mentioned about developing multiplatform being easier this time around.

Of course, it's a good thing for KH3 to reach more people, but I think my point still stands.

Chaser

June 11, 2013 @ 11:30 pmOffline

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Yessir_23
So a lot of people have been saying that KH3 being on Xbox doesn't negatively effect anyone... but that's not really true, is it? Without a doubt, having to develop for multiple platforms will increase the game's already long development time, so we'll be waiting even longer for it.

Nomura isn't going to make the same mistake he did with Versus/XV. He isn't going to announce a game too early in development.




Hopefully not too much longer though- Nomura mentioned about developing multiplatform being easier this time around.


It is much easier to develop for the PS4 than it is for the PS3.

Sephiroth0812

June 11, 2013 @ 11:33 pmOffline

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ajmrowland
It just feels kind of weird. Our modern definition of maturity often means ridding ourselves of the childish parts of our personality, including the good parts. And it's been theorized that his childishness is exactly what makes him so special, or at least is directly connected to it I want Sora to keep his energy. It isn't a lightweight burden, but part of his strength of character is not dwelling too much on the heavy stuff the way most "mature" people do. If anything, the way he was at the end of DDD-after riku rescued him-would be good enough for me.


Before we jump to conclusions regarding this we should consider that this is just one first overview and summary on the story. The "fact" that the previous Keyblade wielders Riku and Mickey are searching for are really the complete BBS-trio is also not set in stone yet.
"Maturity" can have several definitions and also come in different shades, as I really doubt that they would turn Sora into a second Riku or into a brooding Squall Leonhart/Terra from BBS type.
Ansem the Wise also says in DDD that in order for Sora to succeed he needs to continue following his heart and I bet he will also retain that more idealistic kindness and more positive outlook, but he may actually give the "heavy stuff" more consideration and at least try to be not so oblivious most of the time. This can also mean a level of maturity and it would show that he has learned the lesson from DDD.

ajmrowland

And last I heard, Nomura kept saying his favorite character was Sora. First time I've heard him say anyone else was his favorite.


Nomura has stated several different characters to be his favorite at different times. Sora, Roxas, Axel, Luxord and now MX and Ansem SoD are all on his favorite list.
So it is that he either changes his favorites often or he, like myself, does not have a single favorite character and he just pulls out a different one at each interview to troll people who pay attention to this. ;)

King Chaser

It is much easier to develop for the PS4 than it is for the PS3.


Which I assume may be one of the reasons they decided to go with XV as well as KH III for the PS4 considering all the problems they had with developing for PS3.
If I remember correctly, Final Fantasy XIII itself also had some problems during development in that regard.

ajmrowland

June 11, 2013 @ 11:45 pmOffline

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Yeah, the crystal tools game engine was not easy to work on.

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SeekerofLight

June 12, 2013 @ 03:51 amOffline

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Not that upset about Xbox 1 yet until something happens to be upset about. Looking forward to KH3 I'm predicting late 2015-mid 2016 assuming development takes as long as 3D did, possibly shorter.

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Terarded

June 12, 2013 @ 06:32 amOffline

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NO it cant be on xbox! if it were exclusive to ps4 xbox would finally end.

ajmrowland

June 12, 2013 @ 07:05 amOffline

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Sephiroth0812
Before we jump to conclusions regarding this we should consider that this is just one first overview and summary on the story. The "fact" that the previous Keyblade wielders Riku and Mickey are searching for are really the complete BBS-trio is also not set in stone yet.
"Maturity" can have several definitions and also come in different shades, as I really doubt that they would turn Sora into a second Riku or into a brooding Squall Leonhart/Terra from BBS type.
Ansem the Wise also says in DDD that in order for Sora to succeed he needs to continue following his heart and I bet he will also retain that more idealistic kindness and more positive outlook, but he may actually give the "heavy stuff" more consideration and at least try to be not so oblivious most of the time. This can also mean a level of maturity and it would show that he has learned the lesson from DDD.






Nomura has stated several different characters to be his favorite at different times. Sora, Roxas, Axel, Luxord and now MX and Ansem SoD are all on his favorite list.
So it is that he either changes his favorites often or he, like myself, does not have a single favorite character and he just pulls out a different one at each interview to troll people who pay attention to this. ;)

Didn't notice this earlier, but yeah that sounds like me too. I hate listing favorites for anything, even though Sora is definitely in my top 3.


Terarded
NO it cant be on xbox! if it were exclusive to ps4 xbox would finally end.

No it wouldn't because xbox would still sell.

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Gram

June 15, 2013 @ 02:33 amOffline

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ajmrowland

No it wouldn't because xbox would still sell.


Given this years E3 I wonder about that. xD

ajmrowland

June 15, 2013 @ 05:09 amOffline

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And how many people buy game consoles for their kids?

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Gram

June 18, 2013 @ 07:33 pmOffline

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Bit of a moot point since they buy the console the kid wants not the other way around. And the kids usually go for the ones with the funnest games and not the system that plays tv.
Besides I was just joking =/

Oracle Spockanort

June 18, 2013 @ 08:29 pmOffline

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ajmrowland
And how many people buy game consoles for their kids?


Parents also look at prices. They will see the PS4 is $100 cheaper and probably see the greater value in it over the XB1. Not to mention it won't require paying a ton of money to access online functions, or internet connection at all.

I can 100% bet at the XB1's launch, there will be a bunch of confused/angry parents trying to figure out why the system is a brick or demands that they connect to the internet before anything can be done.

BagelBreath

June 18, 2013 @ 09:54 pmOffline

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Master Spockanort
Not to mention it won't require paying a ton of money to access online functions, or internet connection at all.


You do need PlayStation Plus to play online multiplayer though, not sure if you know that.

Chaser

June 18, 2013 @ 09:56 pmOffline

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BagelBreath
You do need PlayStation Plus to play online multiplayer though, not sure if you know that.

Meanwhile Playstation + gives a lot of amazing bonus' for the subscriber. Really, you can't lose there.

Lnds500

June 18, 2013 @ 10:14 pmOffline

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Terarded
NO it cant be on xbox! if it were exclusive to ps4 xbox would finally end.


That's a huge overreaction. KH had nothing to do with Xbox before KH3, how would the millions of Xbox fans be affected by not having it on the latest console? They never had it to begin with and yet they chose the 360. Needless to say, KH is not the average Xbox fan's cup of tea either.

Master Spockanort
Parents also look at prices. They will see the PS4 is $100 cheaper and probably see the greater value in it over the XB1. Not to mention it won't require paying a ton of money to access online functions, or internet connection at all.

I can 100% bet at the XB1's launch, there will be a bunch of confused/angry parents trying to figure out why the system is a brick or demands that they connect to the internet before anything can be done.


Especially if they stop by GameSpot, lol.

Realistically though, I believe the Wii U will sell much more in the younger demographic. It will be cheaper and it has all the "innocent" games.

BagelBreath

June 18, 2013 @ 10:32 pmOffline

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King Chaser
Meanwhile Playstation + gives a lot of amazing bonus' for the subscriber. Really, you can't lose there.


Yup! Slightly cheaper than XBLive and it's universal. One subscription for Vita, PS3 and PS4. The instant game collection thing is really appealing, I didn't even know about it until the PS4 was announced.

I'd prefer free online multiplayer, but atleast PS+ has a lot to offer.

ajmrowland

June 19, 2013 @ 12:09 amOffline

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Master Spockanort
Parents also look at prices. They will see the PS4 is $100 cheaper and probably see the greater value in it over the XB1. Not to mention it won't require paying a ton of money to access online functions, or internet connection at all.

I can 100% bet at the XB1's launch, there will be a bunch of confused/angry parents trying to figure out why the system is a brick or demands that they connect to the internet before anything can be done.
Yeah, I can't really deny that many parents choose the cheaper option with more value. I would. Some also go for the machine that their kids ask for specifically. Thing is how many non-gamer parents really have a clue about what they're looking for and do they trust their own judgement on this?

Oracle Spockanort

June 19, 2013 @ 12:20 amOffline

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ajmrowland
Yeah, I can't really deny that many parents choose the cheaper option with more value. I would. Some also go for the machine that their kids ask for specifically. Thing is how many non-gamer parents really have a clue about what they're looking for and do they trust their own judgement on this?


If a parent is following the whims of their kids blindly without checking prices, they are quite dumb gamer or non-gamer. Many non-gamer parents trust their own judgement. Why do you think there are so many disappointed children out in the world when they get something they didn't want (like getting a Wii over the shiny new Wii U, or a PSP when they wanted a Vita)

BagelBreath
not sure if you know that.


I'd have been a fool when attending E3 if I didn't know that.

Also you can use online functions (trophies, social features, video services, etc.) without a PS+ account. You only need it for multiplayer, and XB1 requires a XBL account to use ANY online functions. There is a very distinct difference.

Rydgea

June 19, 2013 @ 05:23 amOffline

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God, I'm still catching up on all this wonderful news. Wish I could watch this. Those new renders. Gah. I'm still not on track.

ajmrowland

June 19, 2013 @ 10:07 amOffline

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Master Spockanort
If a parent is following the whims of their kids blindly without checking prices, they are quite dumb gamer or non-gamer. Many non-gamer parents trust their own judgement. Why do you think there are so many disappointed children out in the world when they get something they didn't want (like getting a Wii over the shiny new Wii U, or a PSP when they wanted a Vita)
exactly.
Rydgea
God, I'm still catching up on all this wonderful news. Wish I could watch this. Those new renders. Gah. I'm still not on track.
Yeah, I still love looking at them myself!

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