KINGDOM HEARTS Re:Chain of Memories Heads to Retailers Today; KINGDOM HEARTS 358/2 Days Announced for North America
Square Enix(R) interactive entertainment products in
Interactive Studios, announced today that KINGDOM HEARTS Re:Chain of Memories
has shipped to North American retailers. Additionally, the release of KINGDOM
HEARTS 358/2 Days, the first entry in the franchise for Nintendo DS(TM), has
been confirmed for a North American release.
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With more than 12 million copies shipped worldwide, the KINGDOM HEARTS
franchise is one of the most beloved RPGs in video game history. Disney and
FINAL FANTASY(R) characters unite in a magical game world, engaging players
across the globe with its gripping storyline and action-packed gameplay. Fans
can now complete the experience with the arrival and announcement of two key
pieces in the KINGDOM HEARTS saga.
About KINGDOM HEARTS Re:Chain of Memories
Originally released in 2004 for Game Boy(R) Advance, this full 3D
rendition on the PlayStation(R)2 has finally made its way to North American
shores to bridge the gap between KINGDOM HEARTS and KINGDOM HEARTS II. With
KINGDOM HEARTS Re:Chain of Memories, fans can complete the saga created by
renowned director and character designer,
STORY
Sora, Donald and Goofy travel down a long road that meanders through
endless fields, and come to a crossroads. As Sora stands in the crossroads, he
gazes up at the night sky and thinks of his lost friends.
Just then, a mysterious man approaches from down one of the branching
paths. “Ahead lies something you need,” he says, “but to claim it, you must
lose something dear.” The man vanishes before a single path, leading to a
castle that eerily resembles a girl’s drawing…
In the coming journey, what will Sora and his companions gain, and what
will they lose?
FEATURES
— World-renowned creator and character designer
team once again unite the magical world of Disney with the characters of FINAL
FANTASY, inviting fans to an enchanting gaming experience
— An essential piece in the KINGDOM HEARTS franchise, which has shipped
over 12 million units across the globe, comes to
— In addition to Sora, players can control Riku in this adventure that
bridges the gap between KINGDOM HEARTS and KINGDOM HEARTS II
— A full 3D remake of the original GBA release, KINGDOM HEARTS Re:Chain
of Memories offers a refreshing rendition of the hit title for the PlayStation
2 system
— The talented voice cast from the North American releases of KINGDOM
HEARTS and KINGDOM HEARTS II, including
return to breathe new life into the beloved characters
— The mini-game catalog has been completely renewed, now with four brand
new experiences accompanying the main adventure
KINGDOM HEARTS Re:Chain of Memories is rated E10+ (Everyone 10 and older)
by the ESRB. Please visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB)
website at http://www.esrb.org for more information about ratings. KINGDOM
HEARTS Re:Chain of Memories will be available at North American retailers for
the suggested retail price of
at http://na.square-enix.com/khrecom/.
About KINGDOM HEARTS 358/2 Days
Uncover the events that took place during the year Sora was asleep
regaining his lost memories. KINGDOM HEARTS 358/2 Days revolves around Roxas,
the “other” hero from KINGDOM HEARTS II, and his days as a member of
Organization XIII. Follow Roxas and the rest of Organization XIII across the
various Disney Worlds, and discover the connection between him, Sora, and the
mysterious 14th member, and the reasons behind his eventual departure from the
organization. KINGDOM HEARTS 358/2 Days also features a multiplayer mode for
the first time, allowing players to control their favorite Organization XIII
members!
KINGDOM HEARTS 358/2 Days is not yet rated by the ESRB. Please visit the
Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) website at http://www.esrb.org for
more information about ratings. For more information, visit
http://www.square-enix.com/na.
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Square Enix Co., Ltd. (Square Enix), with headquarters in
develops, publishes and distributes entertainment content including
interactive entertainment software and publications in
and
FANTASY, which has sold over 85 million units worldwide, and DRAGON QUEST(R),
which has sold over 46 million units worldwide — under one roof. Square Enix
is one of the most influential providers of digital entertainment content in
the world and continues to push the boundaries of creativity and innovation.
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Ltd. with offices in
America
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About Disney Interactive Studios
Disney Interactive Studios is the interactive entertainment affiliate of
The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS). Disney Interactive Studios self publishes
and distributes a broad portfolio of multi-platform video games and
interactive entertainment worldwide. The company also licenses properties and
works directly with other interactive game publishers to bring products for
all ages to market. Disney Interactive Studios is based in
California
including Avalanche Software, Fall Line Studio, Propaganda Games, Black Rock
Studio and Junction Point Studios. For more information, log on to
http://www.disneyinteractivestudios.com.
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