Square Enix has officially announced the cancellation of Kingdom Hearts: Missing-Link, a decision that might not come as a surprise to many, given their history of game cancellations. The development team, which had been working on the project since 2019, conducted several closed beta tests on both Android and iOS platforms. However, following a delay announcement in November 2024, the team decided to pull the plug.
Why Did Kingdom Hearts: Missing-Link Get Cancelled?
The team cited the inability to find a viable path forward that would meet long-term player satisfaction as the primary reason for the cancellation. The game was envisioned as a live-service experience but ultimately fell short of expectations. Missing-Link aimed to be a unique, GPS-based spinoff within the Kingdom Hearts universe, allowing players to explore the world and fight Heartless with their keyblades during a forgotten chapter of the saga. Despite the franchise's global popularity, the innovative concept proved challenging to execute effectively. Square Enix decided it was better to cancel the project rather than release a subpar product.
If you're curious about what Kingdom Hearts: Missing-Link was supposed to offer, take a look at this teaser trailer:
But Kingdom Hearts IV Is Still Coming!
Despite the setback with Missing-Link, fans can take solace in the fact that Kingdom Hearts IV remains in active development. First revealed at the Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary event in 2022, the main series continues to progress. Square Enix has recently provided a small update on the game, ensuring that the beloved franchise is far from over.
For those disappointed by the cancellation of Kingdom Hearts: Missing-Link, stay tuned for more updates on Kingdom Hearts IV. And don't miss our next article covering Plug In Digital's digital version of the popular board game Abalone.
