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Kingdom Hearts III
Critics Consensus (Play It)
Kingdom Hearts III is not without its blemishes, but it’s a fitting end to a fantastic series.
Game Info
The story takes place after the events of Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance. It features an older Sora as the main protagonist, who sets forth on a new adventure to search for seven guardians of light in an attempt to stop Xehanort from bringing about a second Keyblade War. Sora is joined by Donald Duck, Goofy, Mickey Mouse, Riku, Kairi, and others. Along the way, Sora travels to many worlds from Disney and Pixar intellectual properties, and cross paths with the real Organization XIII.
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Average Score
Total Reviews: 115
Nom: Best RPG (2019)
Silver TIER
% of scored reviews fell within the range of 86 to 92 / 100
RELEASE DATES:
- TBA
GENRES:
- Action, RPG
DEVELOPER(S):
- Square Enix
PUBLISHER(S):
- Square Enix
SERIES/FRANCHISE:
- Kingdom Hearts
GAME MODES:
- Single player
Where to Play
WHERE TO PLAY
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RATING & REVIEWS
Ratings & Reviews
115
Critic Reviews
84
Average Critic Score
Where to Play
CRITIC REVIEWS
All reviews are from professional critics. Learn more about the critics VSG aggregates.
High Score
100%
Median Score
85%
Low Score
40%
Jonathon Dornbush (IGN)
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8.7/10
“Kingdom Hearts 3 is a fulfilling evolution and resolution of the franchise that shows it’s still full of heart.”
Rachel Weber (GamesRadar+)
[Date Unavailable]
4/5 stars
“Still madder than a box of frogs, but its magical Disney charms make it worth the long wait.”
Tamoor Hussain (GameSpot)
[Date Unavailable]
8/10
“Kingdom Hearts 3’s impenetrable lore doesn’t stop the last chapter of Sora’s story from being a fun frolic through beloved Disney worlds.”
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Score Ranges
Read the Reviews (115 total)
| Outlet | Author | Score | Date | Quote | Read |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3DNews | Иван Бышонкoв | 9 / 10 | 02-10-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 is not the grand finale as someone hoped for, but nevertheless it’s the decent ending of the Xehanort saga. The game wraps up all the story lines in a really nice, even kind manner, but leaves a few bridges to the future of the series. | Read review |
| AbsoluteXbox | Ash Cohen | 4.8 / 5 stars | 02-05-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 is a fantastic title that is a great addition to the Kingdom Hearts franchise and is truly a game for everyone. | Read review |
| Atomix | Miguel Reyes | 90 / 100 | 01-24-2019 | The wait for KH3 was very long, but believe me when I tell you that it was really worth it. | Read review |
| Attack of the Fanboy | Dean James | 4.5 / 5 stars | 02-15-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 has been a long time coming, leading some fans to wonder if it would ever finally get there. The long wait proved to be well worth it though, with a satisfying ending they’ve been wanting for years, while also managing to setup the future of the franchise as well. | Read review |
| BaziCenter | Sina Golab Zade | 9 / 10 | 02-08-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III is finally here, and the story of 7 guardians of light and 13 forces of darkness is now over. A story full of exciting, happy and sad moments that tries to show us that friendship is a force so strong that can defeat just anything. | Read review |
| Bazimag | Hamidreza Ghaneei | 9.2 / 10 | 02-22-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III is a competent continuation to one of the most ambitious and dreamy video games of all time; A place where the destiny of Sora and his companions intervenes with precious Disney characters, a place where hope, dreams, and power of love stand against anger, hatred, and lust for power. It doesn’t matter if you’re an old fan of the series or just a new player, if you can enjoy a mix of Disney characters with creative gameplay, a story with childish innocence and an ear-catching soundtrack, Kingdom Hearts III will create a memorable experience for you. | Read review |
| But Why Tho? | Lizzy Garcia | 9 / 10 | 01-31-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III is visually stunning and stays true to what fans have loved about the franchise. | Read review |
| Cerealkillerz | Gabriel Bogdan | 8 / 10 | 01-27-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 continues to inspire despite a lot of carelessly inserted new disney worlds and attractions. Even when the game doesn’t hold up to the expectations after this long wait, fans will still get a worthy conclusion and the solid action-rpg gameplay is still good enough to hook up newcomers. | Read review |
| CGMagazine | Derek Heemsbergen | 8 / 10 | 01-29-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III is the biggest, boldest, flashiest entry in the saga—one that builds upon the gameplay systems of its forebears in a kaleidoscopic carnival of action RPG jubilance. | Read review |
| Cheat Code Central | Lucas White | 4 / 5 stars | 01-30-2019 | There is so much game here in Kingdom Hearts 3, and it’s all coming from the mind of an auteur with far too much power. But if you dare to take that plunge, as much of an investment as it is, there is a great adventure to be had here. So much adventure. Probably too much. | Read review |
| COGconnected | Andrew Gilbert | 90 / 100 | 01-28-2019 | All-in-all, fourteen-year-old me and modern twenty-seven-year-old me are pretty happy with Kingdom Hearts 3. It’s a JRPG cover band of Disney’s greatest hits from the past 30 years and doubles down on everything that gives the series its identity, from over-the-top combat to overly-complex plotlines that make little to no sense. | Read review |
| Critical Hit | Umar Bastra | 9 / 10 | 02-08-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 was an unforgettable experience and as a long-time fan, it was everything I could’ve hoped for. Terrible story pacing aside, this is a special game and a fitting end to an over decade-old saga. | Read review |
| Cubed3 | Drew Hurley | 9 / 10 | 02-18-2019 | The prospect of Disney parks and reality are two very different things. No-one thinks about the crowded places, the huge bills, or the huge waiting times. They think about the Disney magic. Kingdom Hearts is very much the same. There are some negative elements, paramount of which is the utterly incomprehensible story and the repetitive gameplay. However, like the parks, all those negative elements are soon forgotten when experiencing the game. Each of the Disney worlds completely captures the magic of the movies, plucking the heartstrings and embracing the nostalgia. This is exactly what fans of the series wanted and, best of all, somehow, someway, all the crazy plot threads are dragged together, kicking and screaming, into an utterly satisfying conclusion. The prospect of Kingdom Hearts III being the end of the road is a sad one. Sora’s tale may be over, but there are so many other Disney worlds left to explore. The world needs a Moana level with Mau’i helping to take on a huge Tamatoa boss. Wreck it Ralph deserved its own levels, as did The Incredibles, and so many more. Here’s hoping, one day, Kingdom Hearts will return. | Read review |
| Cultured Vultures | Nick Meekham | 8 / 10 | 02-05-2019 | Despite its flaws, Kingdom Hearts 3 provides a more than fitting ending to Sora’s chapter and its presentation will leave a lasting impression on long-time fans. With careful lessons learned from its past, Kingdom Hearts’ future has never been so bright. | Read review |
| Daily Mirror | Ryan Brown | 5 / 5 stars | 02-03-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III is an experience that’s been worth waiting for, with this entry serving as one of the series’ finest moments. Although the tangled storyline and horde of characters may be unapproachable to newcomers, the colourful, mind-boggling variation of the weapons and attacks in your arsenal is a truly dazzling spectacle, and undeniably fun for the duration of this 30-40 hour long epic. | Read review |
| Daily Star | Jordan Oloman | 4 / 5 stars | 01-28-2019 | This is a game that wants to delight you. It is unapologetically hopeful, like nothing I’ve ever played, offering a seemingly endless font of positivity that is difficult to ignore. Alas, it is still very much a Kingdom Hearts game, and the staunchly unwavering architecture of it is felt in every U.I element and cutscene. | Read review |
| Destructoid | Chris Carter | 8 / 10 | 01-28-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III might not be the best final entry possible (and knowing this series, a “Final” mix of the “final game” is easily an option), but I’ll dearly miss Sora and his friends. Despite all of the absurd twists and turns, the character missteps and the complete lack of some series-defining cast members, there are very few creations out there that make me smile this often. | Read review |
| Digital Chumps | Alex Tudor | 9 / 10 | 02-09-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 delivers the conclusion to the story started nearly 20 years ago in extraordinary ways. It has the best gameplay of the series, wraps up all the storylines and still finds room for some surprises. | Read review |
| Digital Trends | Steven Petite | 4.5 / 5 stars | 01-29-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 oozes Disney charm and magic both in and outside of combat. | Read review |
| DualShockers | Lou Contaldi | 9 / 10 | 01-29-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III is a dazzling display from Square Enix; the best game in the universe, and among the best from the legendary studio. | Read review |
| Easy Allies | Brad Ellis | 4.75 / 5 stars | 01-31-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III serves as the culmination of the entire series thanks to its engaging combat, wonderful Disney worlds, and strong resolution. | Read review |
| EGM | Emma Schaefer | 7.5 / 10 | 02-01-2019 | Can any game live up to a decade of hype? Kingdom Hearts III tries, and its meticulously-recreated Disney worlds, jam-packed combat system, and wealth of minigames offer a ton for players to explore. However, the game’s bizarre pacing, an abundance of cutscenes, and an unrewarding story may leave players more bewildered than satisfied by the end. | Read review |
| Eurogamer | Chris Schilling | Not Recommended | 01-29-2019 | Overwrought, unsatisfying storytelling takes the shine off a gorgeous and ambitious finale. | Read review |
| Everyeye.it | Antonello Bello | 8 / 10 | 01-24-2019 | The pulsating heart of the product is in fact also represented by the wanderings of the hero through the brilliant licenses Disney and Pixar, capable of supporting and embellishing a fresco so undoubtedly epic but also imperfect, wounded by the gears of time. If we add to the recipe a frenetic and engaging combat system, the final result, in which the two souls of the crossover are mixed, therefore takes on a pleasantly bittersweet flavor. | Read review |
| Flickering Myth | Shaun Munro | 7.5 / 10 | 02-14-2019 | Often as infuriating as it is entertaining, Kingdom Hearts III bolsters the series’ trademark commitment to nonsense, both for better and for worse. | Read review |
| Forbes | Ollie Barder | 8 / 10 | 03-03-2019 | Overall, Kingdom Hearts III is a very involved game, both functionally and narratively, but on each count, these aspects of the game can be awkward and difficult to fully understand, especially for newcomers. If you are one of the many people that have waited patiently for this installment and the chance to stick it to Xehanort, then you will definitely enjoy yourself a great deal. | Read review |
| Game Informer | Kimberley Wallace | 9.5 / 10 | 01-24-2019 | With higher stakes, Kingdom Hearts III is a lot of spectacle in the best way possible. It isn’t afraid to go big, but it also doesn’t forget what made fans fall in love in the first place | Read review |
| Game Rant | Denny Connolly | 4 / 5 stars | 01-28-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3’s addictive combat systems makes taking on waves of Heartless exciting and rewarding even for players who have no idea what is happening. | Read review |
| Game Revolution | Bradley Russell | 4.5 / 5 stars | 01-29-2019 | The game is filled with moments you’re going to want to talk to family, friends, and random people on the internet about for months and years to come. It’s a truly shared experience. | Read review |
| Gameblog | Filipe Da Silva Barbosa | 9 / 10 | 01-28-2019 | A true tribute to the fans of the saga, this episode traces the end of Sora’s journey through the exploration of new worlds, more beautiful and vast than in the past, with a strong respect for the Disney worlds from which it is inspired. In short, Kingdom Hearts III is an imperfect work but overflowing with heart. | Read review |
| GameCrate | Angelo D’Argenio | 8.5 / 10 | 01-31-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 was a good game and an enjoyable experience, but it’s not the best Kingdom Hearts game in the franchise. There is plenty of room for improvement, and hopefully we will see that room explored if KH3 ever gets a final mix release. | Read review |
| Gamefa | Amirmehdi Namjoo | 9.3 / 10 | 02-02-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 is probably the best game in the Kingdom Hearts franchise. Each of the Disney worlds in this game is very well implemented both graphically and gameplay-wise. There are a lot of gameplay mechanics that makes the game interesting and exciting until the very end and this comes with gorgeous and beautiful graphics. There are few problems in the game that are not very important. One of these problems is that maybe the newcomers to the series will have problems understanding the story in the first few hours. The other one is the game is maybe not very challenging for Hardcore gamers. Anyway, If you have good memories with Disney Animation and Films or you’re a fan of the Kingdom Heart Franchise, then you absolutely should buy Kingdom Hearts 3. | Read review |
| GameGrin | Alexander Mackay | 7 / 10 | 02-14-2019 | An easy 8, maybe even 9/10 for long time fans, but for most people points will be lost in the story department. It’s never too late to catch up, but DO NOT start here! | Read review |
| GameMAG | Unknown | 8 / 10 | 02-11-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III is game with a beautiful visuals and incredible soundtrack that is designed for fans of a multi-volume series first and foremost. They finally got answers to many important questions. It will be difficult for other players to understand the plot without important explanations as story progresses. | Read review |
| Gameplanet | Dan Grayson | 9 / 10 | 03-18-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III is a love letter to fans and the perfect end to a saga seventeen years in the making. Backed by a strong cast of characters and a near-perfect combat system, Sora and friends’ final journey is sure to please both new and old fans alike. | Read review |
| GamePro | Ann-Kathrin Kuhls | 90 / 100 | 01-25-2019 | All in all, Kingdom Hearts 3 is already one of the best games for me personally in 2019. Because of the childhood memories, the staging, the fun fights and the great mix of epic square fantasy and the winking Disney style | Read review |
| Gamer Escape | Andrew Copeland | 8 / 10 | 01-28-2019 | Its been a long wait for Kingdom Hearts III, and now that it’s finally here, I can say that it’s a solid entry for the series, and definitely one that fans should check out. | Read review |
| Gamers Heroes | Johnny Hurricane | 8 / 10 | 02-04-2019 | Newcomers to the series will be baffled by the complexity and bizarre nature of Kingdom Hearts III’s story. Despite this, if you like good combat and want to visit Disney World, you can do far worse than this title. | Read review |
| Gamersky | 不倒翁蜀黍 | 8.5 / 10 | 05-31-2019 | There is no doubt that Kingdom Hearts III will make long term fans moved or even cry. As for those new to the franchise, I believe they also can be satisfied because of tons of classic Disney elements and solid combat system, even though they could barely understand the main story. | Read review |
| GamesBeat | Mike Minotti | 90 / 100 | 01-24-2019 | The Disney side is still the best side of Kingdom Hearts, and Kingdom Hearts III nails that part. But even it’s story, as ridiculous as it is, gives fans emotional moments and satisfaction. I wouldn’t say it’s better than Kingdom Hearts or Kingdom Hearts II, but Kingdom Hearts III is magical enough to resonate with this big Disney geek. | Read review |
| GameSkinny | Synzer | 9 / 10 | 02-05-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 delivers an amazingly fun and intense experience in a long-awaited title that lives up to the hype. | Read review |
| GameSpew | Kim Snaith | 7 / 10 | 02-06-2019 | And even though its combat-heavy gameplay isn’t quite enough in isolation, set against the rich backdrop that each of Kingdom Hearts 3‘s worlds provides, it will still somehow manage to draw me back in for a long time. | Read review |
| GameSpot | Tamoor Hussain | 8 / 10 | 01-28-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3’s impenetrable lore doesn’t stop the last chapter of Sora’s story from being a fun frolic through beloved Disney worlds. | Read review |
| GamesRadar+ | Rachel Weber | 4 / 5 stars | 01-24-2019 | Still madder than a box of frogs, but its magical Disney charms make it worth the long wait | Read review |
| GameXplain | Unknown | Recommended | 01-29-2019 | Video Review | Read review |
| GameZone | Cade Onder | 7.5 / 10 | 02-19-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III is a confusing and sometimes tiring fireworks display of ambition and passion. The charm and wholesome nature of the Disney worlds, the flashy and frenetic battles, the gargantuan scope and scale of it all, all of this works in its favor to be something really unique but there’s a lot dragging it all down too. | Read review |
| Gaming Nexus | Matt Mirkovich | 8 / 10 | 02-19-2019 | I’ve gotten some sense of closure after the credits rolled in Kingdom Hearts 3 and it wasn’t quite what I wanted, but that doesn’t make it unworthy of being experienced. It’s hard to say this game was worth the long wait, as the story is still a mess, but Square-Enix showed some real love in crafting this experience. There’s definitely some highs, and quite a few lows, but seeing this journey through is ultimately satisfying. And if you’ve been in it for the long haul, then you’ll probably come away pleased. | Read review |
| GamingBolt | Corey Gavaza | 9 / 10 | 02-01-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 is a well-crafted title that has something for everyone. With a collection of fun Disney adventures and fun gameplay, this is the finest entry the series has seen in recent memory. | Read review |
| GamingTrend | Austin Fern | 65 / 100 | 02-19-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III is a product of a development hell. It has too many ideas, too many characters, and too many mistakes holding it back. It is a fun experience that I recommend just for how addictive and smooth the combat is. Kingdom Hearts III is a fun game, it just easily could have been a great one. | Read review |
| GearNuke | Khurram Imtiaz | 9.5 / 10 | 02-04-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III is a visual spectacle that presents playable versions of the various Disney worlds in a way that has never been attempted by a video game. It has a convoluted story that might confuse newcomers but once you dig deeper into it, there is a surprising amount of depth underneath it backed by a refreshing combat system. | Read review |
| Geek Culture | Si Jia | 8.3 / 10 | 02-28-2019 | Sadly, the third time is not the charm. Time has passed, and we’ve all grown up. It’s difficult to say the same for Sora and his companions, with Kingdom Hearts III featuring a mixed bag of old and new elements across the areas of combat, storytelling, and design. | Read review |
| Geeks Under Grace | John Campbell | 8 / 10 | 02-22-2019 | While it has several problems, Kingdom Hearts III is pure fan service and is an overall great game. I do not recommend it for those unfamiliar with the series, for even if you watch or read a summary of the story, it will not mean as much. | Read review |
| God is a Geek | Chris White | 7.5 / 10 | 02-04-2019 | The final game in the series goes out with more of a whimper than a bang, but there’s still plenty of heart, and the combat never fails to entertain. There’re some wonderful visuals and plenty of Disney surprises, and although the story is a mess when it strays into the series’ lore, it’s still fun. | Read review |
| GotGame | David Poole | 8.5 / 10 | 02-05-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III is a lot of things. One thing it definitely is not is a bad game. It’s a solid entry to the series and can even bring about some strong emotions for those attached to the characters. | Read review |
| Guardian | Malindy Hetfeld | 3 / 5 stars | 02-06-2019 | This mashup of animated film stars and Japanese action heroes has new characters to enrol, but beyond exciting theme-park action the connection between worlds feels superficial | Read review |
| Hardcore Gamer | Kevin Dunsmore | 4.5 / 5 stars | 01-28-2019 | After seventeen years, the Dark Seeker saga finally comes to its emotional conclusion. | Read review |
| Hobby Consolas | Álvaro Alonso | 95 / 100 | 01-24-2019 | This is it, the epic, emotional and satisfying conclusion to one of gaming most beloved series. Kingdom Hearts III is everything we could had hoped for (and even more), but it’s biggest achievement is that, even by today’s standards, it’s a one of a kind experience that can only be described using one word: magic. | Read review |
| Hynerd.it | Unknown | 9.8 / 10 | 02-16-2019 | After a deep experience with it, I can tell you that we’re looking at a | Read review |
| IGN | Jonathon Dornbush | 8.7 / 10 | 01-24-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 is a fulfilling evolution and resolution of the franchise that shows it’s still full of heart. | Read review |
| IGN Italy | Alessandra Borgonovo | 9 / 10 | 01-24-2019 | Visually stunning, Kingdom Hearts III it’s all about being cool while delivering us the best conclusion for a long-time series. | Read review |
| IGN Middle East | Ammara Rounaq | 8 / 10 | 02-11-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 offers a fascinating adventure with some stunning optics that offer absolute fun when playing it but the plot is slow and does not live up to the level of noise the game has created. | Read review |
| IGN Spain | Javi Andrés | 9 / 10 | 01-29-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III has the magic you are waiting for. Square Enix has achieved the best episode of the series. Sora, Donald and Goofy are now very fast and take you through a lot of endearing experiences and characters. His script continues to have problems but everything else is a memory that will stay forever. | Read review |
| Impulsegamer | Chris O’Connor | 4.9 / 5 stars | 01-29-2019 | Battle through some of Disney/Pixars best known worlds as you try and save the universe from the Heartless! | Read review |
| JVL | Julius007 | 9 / 10 | 02-04-2019 | Kindom Hearts III is like a giant Disneyland Park. The game keeps its promises and will delight all the players who will buy it. He renews the combat system in a very good way, but has few minors flaw making the experience not totally sastisfying even if it’s a very good trip. KH 3 is generous in its content, offers a nice conclusion and the fans will really enjoy the game. The newcomers could feel a little bit lost though, but this title is without any doubt one of the great games of the beginning of this year. | Read review |
| Kotaku | Tim Rogers | Not Recommended | 01-28-2019 | Good news: it’s not the worst game ever made. Not by a long shot. It just has a lot of baggage. | Read review |
| LevelUp | Pedro Pérez Cesari | 8.8 / 10 | 01-24-2019 | Without a doubt, Kingdom Hearts is a satisfactory chapter in one of the most beloved JRPG franchise. It has some problems that could have been ironed out, but it still a great and magical experience that can be enjoyed by fans and newcomers alike. It was worth the long wait. | Read review |
| Marooners’ Rock | Matt Kowalski | 8.5 / 10 | 02-24-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 is rather enjoyable to play but it will end up being the black sheep of the Kingdom Hearts franchise. | Read review |
| Merlin’in Kazanı | Ersin Kılıç | 80 / 100 | 02-11-2019 | Despite all of important missing features, Kingdom Hearts 3 is following the former games footsteps. If you like the JRPG genre and Disney movies, the game contains all the thing you like to see. But if you are not JRPG type of gamer, stay away as much as you can. | Read review |
| Metro GameCentral | Unknown | 6 / 10 | 01-29-2019 | A confused and confusing mess of terrible storytelling, simple action, and endless fan service that will delight existing players but baffle new ones. | Read review |
| MonsterVine | Spencer Legacy | 4 / 5 stars | 02-15-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III is a difficult game to review. It does a lot of things right, from its excellent gameplay to its breadth of content. It also stumbles here and there, with some strange narrative choices and lack of Final Fantasy. It’s a great game overall, but it’s easy to see that it could have been something greater. | Read review |
| MSPoweruser | Lewis White | 8 / 10 | 02-08-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 is finally here, but it ever-so-slightly misses the mark. However, after all’s said and done, after worlds have been explored, friends have been made, and keyblades have been wielded – I’m so, so glad it’s here. | Read review |
| New Game Network | Christian Kobza | 80 / 100 | 02-07-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III may not be the tour de force that fans have been craving for so many years, but it’s brimming with beauty, variety, and setpieces that effectively utilize a fantastic combat system. | Read review |
| Nexus | Vincent Kühl | 9.5 / 10 | 02-03-2019 | Great voice acting, fluid combat, fantastic graphics, and all the little details that are easy to miss make Kingdom Hearts III the crowning jewel of the series, and one every single fan should experience. | Read review |
| Niche Gamer | Cody Long | 8 / 10 | 02-13-2019 | I recommend the game even to newcomers, though at least a cursory knowledge of the events of prior titles is mandatory. It’s a must-have for fans of the series, though I’m sure most of the die-hard Kingdom Hearts fanatics have already finished it by the time of this review. | Read review |
| NoobFeed | Unknown | 95 / 100 | 02-02-2019 | Square Enix has a habit of developing highly anticipated titles for decades, with Final Fantasy XV and Kingdom Hearts III taking 10+ years to complete. Like Noctis’ adventure, Sora’s venture was worth the wait. Providing an epic journey through diverse worlds with amazing boss battles, Kingdom Hearts III rarely stumbles in its 40-hour journey. The long cutscenes and the lock-on system can become frustrating but these are minor issues for this masterpiece. Kingdom Hearts III may have taken over 14 years to release but it was well worth the wait. | Read review |
| Oyungezer Online | Ömer Akdağ | 7.8 / 10 | 02-14-2019 | It’snot a top quality game, but it doesn’t have to be one to conquer the hearts of longtime fans. If you’re new to the series, this is just a “good” game for you. But if you’re an old fan, KH3 is “the” game you’ve been waiting for. | Read review |
| Pardis Game | Unknown | 8.5 / 10 | 03-01-2019 | The 3rd Kingdom Hearts may not be the best but there are exciting and fun stuff that keep the player and make them enjoy the game, even if they’re not a fan of the genre | Read review |
| PlayStation LifeStyle | Keri Honea | 10 / 10 | 01-29-2019 | I had my doubts about this game, as I already mentioned. I never once thought there was a way Square Enix could live up to the hype the company has built up for this game. But bravo, it has done it and then some. The developer has refined and perfected the combat. It kept its silliness in tact. It kept in the darker themes and deep moments of self-reflection that we all need every once in awhile. It’s, quite frankly, the best Kingdom Hearts game Square Enix has ever created. | Read review |
| PlayStation Universe | Timothy Nunes | 8 / 10 | 01-31-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 is a lot to take in, from the intricate narrative to all the nods to Disney. As a whole, the game has some shortcomings, but its charms and heart have something immersive enough for everyone. | Read review |
| Polygon | Allegra Frank | Not Recommended | 01-24-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 ends the series with a whimper | Read review |
| PowerUp! | Jackson Wall | 9.1 / 10 | 01-27-2019 | Square Enix are masters at world-building and it really shows in Kingdom Hearts 3. It’s a truly epic game and well worth your time. Especially if you’re already a fan. | Read review |
| Press Start | Kieron Verbrugge | 9 / 10 | 01-25-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III takes the series to astonishing new heights. With exhilarating combat, fantastic Disney worlds and a smart approach to an unavoidably convoluted story, it does everything it needs to not only please hardcore fans but anyone up for a solid action JRPG. Against all odds, this might be the perfect Kingdom Hearts game. | Read review |
| PSX Brasil | Rodrigo Ribeiro de Oliveira | 85 / 100 | 02-05-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III offers a visual spectacle, an epic journey and a worthy conclusion to patient fans. Old-fashioned elements of the franchise that already feel dated, such as camera problems and an unbalanced pace in story, are still present. However, there is much to enjoy here, with great gameplay, some of the best Disney worlds to date and a lot of epic moments. Kingdom Hearts III may not be a perfect game, but it’s a worthwhile journey for those who waited so long. | Read review |
| Push Square | Liam Croft | 9 / 10 | 02-05-2019 | The fact that Kingdom Hearts III even managed to release could be considered a miracle in of itself, but what’s perhaps even more surprising is that the finished product defies all expectations. As an unforgettable experience, Kingdom Hearts III is exceptional, essential, and most of all, undeniably special. | Read review |
| Rectify Gaming | Colin Ferguson | 7.8 / 10 | 03-06-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 can be repetitive and slow in its gameplay, but it makes up for this shortcoming with astounding visuals, tons of ways to play, and a heartfelt story. | Read review |
| Reno Gazette-Journal | Jason Hidalgo | 8.5 / 10 | 02-12-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 is no small world after all, featuring a ton of Disney characters and areas for you to connect with. Figuring out the story can be like wrapping your arms around a giant boulder festooned with tons of zippers. The floaty combat also can be a bit slippery to get an adequate handle on at times. It’s stunning visuals, wonderful sound and epic grand scale, however, make this a magic carpet ride you’ll want to get on board with, whether you’re young or young at heart. | Read review |
| Rice Digital | Max Williams | 5 / 5 stars | 02-06-2019 | As much a love letter to the fans as it is a brilliant blend of the best from previous games in the series. | Read review |
| RPGamer | Alex Fuller | 3.5 / 5 stars | 02-12-2019 | For those who have enjoyed the past entries, the issues have already proven themselves to be readily surmountable and the way the game wraps up the lingering plot points will be very much appreciated. | Read review |
| Saudi Gamer | عصام الشهوان | 9 / 10 | 02-09-2019 | A great conclusion to a long running chapter brimming with imagination, variety and plain fun, but can’t avoid being saddled with a convoluted and poorly-told story and occasional bouts of boredom. An uneven experience, albeit one that more than makes up for it with some of the best moments of this generation. | Read review |
| Screen Rant | Rob Gordon | 4 / 5 stars | 01-28-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 is as bizarre as it is brilliant, pulling together loving recreations of Disney and Pixar films into a strange action RPG package. | Read review |
| SECTOR.sk | Michal Korec | 8.5 / 10 | 02-18-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III is a great action game that takes us to new worlds with proven gameplay. It extends the story and complements it with new factions | Read review |
| Shacknews | Ozzie Mejia | 9 / 10 | 01-30-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III is an absolute triumph, conquering the darkness that plagued the series’ past and standing firmly in the light. It’s not just a great Kingdom Hearts game, it may very well be a game that gets revisited in December. | Read review |
| Slant Magazine | Ryan Aston | 2.5 / 5 stars | 02-04-2019 | The little that’s good here isn’t enough for one to shake off the faulty nature of the game’s narrative and thematic machinery. | Read review |
| Softpedia | Silviu Stahie | 8 / 10 | 02-11-2019 | When the game is over, you’re left with a strange feeling of completions and melancholy, and that should be proof enough that you’ve experienced something worthwhile. | Read review |
| SpazioGames | Xsin | 8 / 10 | 01-24-2019 | It is the triumph of the whole saga, with a story woven meticulously from chapter to chapter | Read review |
| TechRaptor | Samuel Guglielmo | 9 / 10 | 02-12-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III plays up to the series’ strengths, leaving one hell of a closer for fans. | Read review |
| The Digital Fix | Jason Coles | 8 / 10 | 02-05-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 at its core is just good fun. It has a messy story to tie up but does a good job of it for the most part. Their are some pacing issues, but thankfully the combat is good enough to pull you through those moments. It’s also one of the best looking things I’ve ever played and it’s worth looking at if nothing else. | Read review |
| The Games Machine | Danilo Dellafrana | 9.5 / 10 | 01-24-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 succeeds in the difficult task of being up to the expectations, without shaking up its foundations but improving on the strenghts of the previous chapters. Spectacular in the artistic direction, exhilarating in the fights and fulfilling on the narrative side, to be fully appreciated Kingdom Hearts 3 requires however that its public is aware of the intricate background of the saga. After waiting for so many years, recommending the last adventure of Sora, Donald and Goofy would only be a negligible formality. | Read review |
| The Jimquisition | Jim Sterling | Not Recommended | 01-30-2019 | Video Review | Read review |
| The Outerhaven Productions | Andrew Agress | 4.5 / 5 stars | 02-07-2019 | While it doesn’t quite live up to the ridiculous levels of hype set out for it, “Kingdom Hearts 3” delivers satisfying resolutions to a long story. Most importantly, it’s an incredibly fun game with a wide variety of activities to take part in and beautiful Disney worlds to explore. | Read review |
| TheSixthAxis | Jim Hargreaves | 8 / 10 | 01-29-2020 | Kingdom Hearts III doesn’t go in the direction some RPG fans will no doubt have been hoping for. It’s unashamedly over the top in just about every way, from its barmy story and stunning presentation to its huge cinematic battles. There’s plenty of depth here too, though you’ll need to find your bearings first. | Read review |
| Too Much Gaming | Matthew Arcilla | 6 / 10 | 03-13-2019 | Ultimately, Kingdom Hearts III suffers from too many elements that backfire against its own earnest and most sincere intentions. As I slogged towards its climactic finale, I couldn’t help but question if the series’ magic was ever really there. | Read review |
| TrueAchievements | Megan Walton | 4.5 / 5 stars | 02-14-2019 | Fans of the series have been waiting for this game for a long time, and Kingdom Hearts III will not disappoint them. | Read review |
| Twinfinite | Hayes Madsen | 4.5 / 5 stars | 02-01-2019 | It’s an unerring tribute to everything Disney and what the Kingdom Hearts series has become, and despite its few flaws creates an interesting blueprint for where the series could go next with gameplay and story. | Read review |
| Unboxholics | Βάσω Κοζαδίνου | Recommended | 02-26-2019 | Kingdom Hearts 3 is a fresh, enjoyable and impressive experience that has this familiar and beloved Kingdom Hearts feel. | Read review |
| USgamer | Caty McCarthy | 4.5 / 5 stars | 01-24-2019 | For all the new in Kingdom Hearts 3, there is plenty of the old too. The action combat is more satisfying than it’s ever been, even if it’s a tad easy to skate through the main storyline. For longtime fans of the series, all those emotional payoffs that have been building for 17 years await. For newcomers, buckle up: because you’re in for a wild ride of bonkers Disney interactions and some exciting boss battles. | Read review |
| VGChartz | Jackson Newsome | 8 / 10 | 02-26-2019 | Kingdom Hearts is still peerless; there’s really nothing else like it. | Read review |
| VideoGamer | Joshua Wise | 4 / 10 | 02-01-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III is a beautiful hunk of sugary writing, convoluted plotting, and repetitive combat that’s reliance on beloved IP exposes it’s shallow core. | Read review |
| viewport | Albert Corsten | 8 / 10 | 02-28-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III is the game that fans have been craving for all these years but at the same time is a daunting endeavor for rookies to dive head first into. While veterans of the series are used to Kingdom Hearts’ confusing plots lines and odd idiosyncrasies, the great moment-to-moment gameplay and awkward storytelling has a large potential to create a lopsided experience for first-timers. At its core, it’s a truly enjoyable game with adventures to be had, but is unfortunately bogged down at times by its own story. | Read review |
| Wccftech | Kai Powell | 8.6 / 10 | 02-11-2019 | Kingdom Hearts III is a marvel of presentation filled with heart and charm, but might not quite be the dramatic finale that fans have waited half their lives to see come to a close. | Read review |
| We Got This Covered | Brad Long | 4.5 / 5 stars | 02-08-2019 | Fans of Kingdom Hearts will find an amazing conclusion to the series so far. Newcomers, meanwhile, will still find a fun game but may be confused by the plot. | Read review |
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