Fans agree canceling Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link might be for the best

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It might be hard for Kingdom Hearts series enthusiasts to accept this news. However, it appears that Square Enix made a sensible decision in cancelling the project known as Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link. For those who haven’t been keeping up, Missing-Link was under development since 2019, but it wasn’t officially announced until 2022. It was intended to be a GPS-based action RPG for mobile devices, similar to games like Pokémon Go and Pikmin Bloom, yet with gameplay resembling Monster Hunter Now. Regrettably, Square Enix confirmed its cancellation today, but it seems the reasons behind this decision were valid.

Kingdom Hearts mobile game is cancelled, but it will allow the team to focus on Kingdom Hearts IV instead

Today, the team behind Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link posted an update on their social media platforms. They expressed their apologies for any disappointment caused by their recent announcement, and further clarified that they found it challenging to deliver a service that would consistently meet players’ expectations over time. The post also acknowledged and thanked all the players who participated in various closed beta tests, implying that these trials significantly influenced their decision-making process.

In a bid to reconcile with Kingdom Hearts enthusiasts, the post stated, “We’re committed to resuming our journey with you in the Kingdom Hearts universe. Rest assured, we are diligently working on Kingdom Hearts IV, and we eagerly anticipate your continued support as you look forward to upcoming news.” The last substantial update from Square Enix about this cherished series was in 2022, making this announcement a noteworthy development since then.

As a passionate fan, I must admit that hearing about the cancellation of a game is never easy. However, based on Square Enix’s statement, it seems that we, the fans, are not losing out on an enjoyable experience with Missing-Link. Fortunately, there appears to be no news of layoffs or studio closures associated with this cancellation, which certainly lessens any concerns. Instead, it looks like the team is redirecting their efforts towards Kingdom Hearts IV, a move that every Kingdom Hearts enthusiast can undoubtedly appreciate!

In response to the news, fans are generally open-minded. One user commented, “This was the most ideal outcome…” while another said, “It’s unfortunate that time was wasted, but I appreciate the honesty of realizing that it didn’t work out, and we move on.” Some fans have mixed feelings about the lore and story that was expected in _Missing-Link_. They question whether this will now be incorporated into _Kingdom Hearts IV_ or if it will be left out completely. For the time being, we must wait for Square Enix to share more details about their future plans. Summer Game Fest is coming up soon. Could this be the year that we see the second appearance of the highly anticipated next entry with a new trailer?

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2025-05-15 05:02