Square Enix has officially pulled the plug on their anticipated mobile spin-off, Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link. After facing numerous delays, including the Android closed beta test, the company has decided to redirect its focus towards the highly awaited Kingdom Hearts IV.
Missing-Link was poised to explore a previously untold chapter in the Kingdom Hearts saga, incorporating GPS technology into its ARPG gameplay. Players were expected to engage in battles against the Heartless, wielding the iconic keyblades, all while navigating through various global locations virtually. However, the exact mechanics of the GPS integration remained somewhat ambiguous, possibly contributing to the decision to cancel the project.
Be there or be squareSquare Enix's history of discontinuing mobile projects has become somewhat of a running joke in the gaming community. Despite their games often receiving critical acclaim, the complexity and density of their offerings can be challenging. While new mobile releases are well-received in Japan, capturing an international audience remains difficult. This challenge likely played a role in the cancellation of Missing-Link, as the core concept may have proven too difficult to execute effectively.
In light of this, Square Enix is now channeling all its efforts into the development of Kingdom Hearts IV, a mainline entry in the series that promises to captivate fans worldwide.
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