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It's been quite a while since we last caught a glimpse of KINGDOM HEARTS χ[chi]. The free-to-play PC browser social game has had many on their toes after initial impressions reported that it would take place during the Keyblade War. Players would traverse the KINGDOM HEARTS universe with their very own custom avatars, defeating familiar enemies by way of a brand new strategic card-based system! Slay the Heartless with your own power, or team up with your friends!
Now, not only has 4Gamer updated with a batch of new screenshots and information about KINGDOM HEARTS χ[chi], but Square Enix has also launched the official website! As an added twist, the Message from the KINGDOM blog has also reported that Yahoo Games will be holding a closed Beta test for the title!
As you can see, asides from the already confirmed Wonderland, Agrabah and what appears to be Dwarf Woodlands and Enchanted Dominion are also present!
Edit: Thanks to Zephyr, you can read the translations of the article below:
Today Square Enix is starting recruitment for a closed beta test of browser game for the PC, KINGDOM HEARTS χ. They are calling for participants March 13th 15:00~15th 15:00 and the closed beta testing will be scheduled March 22nd~25th.
KINGDOM HEARTS is a popular Square Enix series that takes place in Disney worlds. As you noticed from the article published February 20, 2013, this will be the first PC Browser game for the series, where you utilize cards to battle (pay-per-item but free for normal play). The protagonists are the player themselves that will venture through various Disney Worlds. Elements include: Cards that encourage strategic battling, teaming up with friends, and a plethora number of items that you can collect.
Recently, I was asked to provide about 500 testers from readers of 4Gamer. Those who are interested in applying, follow the links below. However, be aware that the application requires a Yahoo! JAPAN ID. For closed beta participants, the plan is that these items can be used after the start of the official service. I want you guys to see the release statement for further information below.
KINGDOM HEARTS χ[chi]
KINGDOM HEARTS PORTAL SITE | SQUARE ENIX
Made together by Square Enix and Disney, this year, the KINGDOM HEARTS series will have a PC online browser game to commemorate for its 10th anniversary.
KINGDOM HEARTS χ [chi],
Yahoo! provides the game,
Now recruiting participants for closed β test!
Square Enix Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, President: Yoichi Wada,
Square Enix following (Yahoo Japan Corporation (Head Office: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President: Miyasaka Manabu, Yahoo! JAPAN (Venturing through Disney worlds, an online game for the PC browser from the popular series KINGDOM HEARTS, KINGDOM HEARTS χ [chi] (We have decided to offer online gaming services in "Yahoo! Games" in Yahoo! JAPAN which is Japan's largest portal site.) In addition, towards the official launch, we will begin recruitment of participants for the closed β test today.
This work will be the first PC online browser game for the series celebrating the KINGDOM HEARTS series 10th anniversary. Square Enix and Yahoo! JAPAN are the two cooperating companies offering KINGDOM HEARTS χ [chi]. For KINGDOM HEARTS χ [chi], downloading or installing is not necessary. Everyone can enjoy it if you have a PC connected to the internet. This work will welcome new and veteran players of the series and show them KINGDOM HEARTS’s unique Disney worlds. It should be noted that Square Enix will be responsible for development of this game, the administration, in addition to providing an online payment feature. Yahoo! JAPAN is going to do promotional activities, such as advertising on Yahoo! JAPAN . On this occasion, please join us to the closed β test.
Seeking participants for closed beta testing
March 13 (Wed) 15:00~March 18 (Mon) 15:00
Duration of closed beta testing
March 22 (Fri)~March 25 (Mon)
In addition, everyone who has participated in the beta closed testing and have responded to our questionnaire will have special privileges available from the start of the official service.
Ether × 5 (Recover strength needed to fight a boss)
Potion × 5 (Restore the ability to take action)
Munny/10,000 Munny (Can be used for example, synthesis)
Card Draw Points (Points that can be exchanged for cards)
※ Only participants who have responded to the questionnaire during the closed β test, the award will be granted at the start of official service.
※ The content benefits are subjected to change without notice.
Recruitment details for KINGDOM HEARTS χ closed beta test
Participant recruitment period for closed beta testing
March 13th, 2013 (Wed)~March 18th 2013 (Mon)
※ At the time of your application, Yahoo! JAPAN ID is required.
※ We will send an email to winning participants for the "KH χ" closed β test randomly from among applicants.
※ Contact us by e-mail if you’ve won. It’s scheduled on Tuesday, March 19, 2013.
Closed beta test site
ttp://kh-cbt.square-enix.co.jp/
※ Please check the site Recruitment closed β test application details
※ Only participants who have responded to the questionnaire from the closed beta test.
Closed beta testing period
March 22~March 25
Benefits for participating in closed beta testing
We plan to provide special privileges available to testers at the start of the service.
Ether × 5 (Recover strength needed to fight a boss)
Potion × 5 (Restore the ability to take action)
Munny/10,000 Munny (Can be used for example, synthesis)
Card Draw Points (Points that can be exchanged for cards)
※ Only participants who have responded to the questionnaire during the closed β test, the award will be granted at the start of official service.
※ The content benefits are subjected to change without notice.
Notes:
After finishing the KINGDOM HEARTS χ closed beta testing, data will be resetted.
Feedback is shortened to a limited number of people; those who are participating in the closed beta testing.
It’s expected that you might not be able to login temporarily due to loading tests.
KINGDOM HEARTS χ [chi]
An online PC browser game that’s a first for the series. Players can operate their own hero and venture through a variety of Disney worlds. You use cards for strategic battles, encounter enemies and cooperate with friends; we have introduced a new system with a whimsical sense. You can get a collection of items throughout your adventure and it is a work that can be enjoyed for a long time.
Story
"Far, far away, in a fairy-tale realm...
The realm was filled with light.
That light gave birth to many worlds, enveloping them.
The source of the light, Kingdom Hearts, and the key that protected it, the χblade...
As long as they existed, it was believed that the realm would be in eternal light.
However, just as strong light will form a shadow, darkness was born.
The darkness called up fear, unease and craving.
Darkness, hidden deep in hearts, began to spread throughout the realm as chaos.
In order to drive back the spreading darkness, those who wished for light created Keyblades in imitation of the χblade, and embarked on adventures that spanned the realm."
In addition to exploring Disney Worlds and exhilarating action, you can battle with friends during “Raid Boss”. Enjoy a new play in strengthening and collection card.
Players can adopt unique avatars while exploring Disney Worlds in this game!
Players can create their own avatar before embarking on their journey. You can select different colors, hair styles, skin, accessories, and lots of other customizations. We’ve prepared multiple design variations that take on the motif of Disney characters. Each Disney world reflects upon this. In addition, there are gimmicks and action elements for the map. You can enjoy strategic searches.
Actions are a simple click of a button. Click and let the battle roll!
You use only the mouse to move around. The field also has gimmicks. You can click on areas to do acrobatic stunts. Also, if you click on an enemy, a battle automatically initiates using your deck of cards. You can also obtain treasure that appears on the map, walking through the field, or have continuous battles with enemies.
Collect card techniques. Cooperate with friends and get even more rewards!
Defeat enemies of the world and the cards you collect are stronger. Collecting “lux” from various enemies of these worlds. Battle cards are available throughout the game that execute a variety of techniques. You can cooperate with friends against the “Raid Boss” that appear several times a day. Abilities can be triggered by your the possessions of your cards as well as special moves. Players who have played get special rewards.
Synthesis Card and Keyblade Enchancer
Cards you obtain throughout your adventure can be built into your deck and used to your advantage and strategy. It’s also possible to easily built a deck with “auto selector” for players who aren’t familiar. You can make effective use of the card that is no longer needed,
The synthesis card, features enhancements and evolution in order to foster a stronger card!
In addition, by collecting necessary materials from each world, they can be synthesized for Keyblades. You will be able to strengthen the Keyblade! Also, our plan is to include the elements that will be well enjoyed, please stay tuned!
I will be pretty excited if it's a new world.
