Kingdom Hearts
A crossover action RPG series combining Disney and Final Fantasy characters in an epic adventure across multiple worlds.
Category
Game
Release Year
2002
Origin
Japan
Tags
disneyfinal-fantasyaction-rpgcrossoveradventurefriendship
Detailed Overview Information
Basic Information
Full Name
Kingdom Hearts Series
Aliases
KH, Kingdom Hearts Saga, Disney Kingdom Hearts
Type
Action Role-Playing Game Series
Release Year
2002
Status
Active (ongoing series)
Origin
Japan
Region
Japan
Creation Information
Creator
Tetsuya Nomura
Publisher
Square Enix, Disney Interactive
Original Work
Kingdom Hearts (2002)
Genre
Action RPG, Adventure, Fantasy, Crossover, Disney, JRPG
Content Information
Synopsis
A young boy named Sora teams up with Disney and Final Fantasy characters to save multiple worlds from the Heartless using his magical Keyblade.
Main Characters
Sora, Donald Duck, Goofy, Riku, Kairi, King Mickey, Organization XIII members
Setting
Multiple Disney worlds, original Kingdom Hearts worlds, interconnected universe
Themes
Friendship, light vs darkness, growing up, sacrifice, connection of hearts
Target Audience
All ages, Disney fans, RPG enthusiasts, crossover fans
Characters
Kairi
Princess of Heart/Keyblade WielderPrincesses of Heart, Keyblade WieldersFemale14-16 (varies by game)
One of the seven Princesses of Heart and Sora's closest friend, later becomes a Keyblade wielder herself.
Abilities: Princess of Heart powers, Keyblade wielding, Heart purification...
Quotes:
"Sora, don't ever change."
""I am Kairi.""
"No matter how far apart we are, our hearts will bring us together again."
character
Riku
Keyblade Master/DeuteragonistKeyblade WieldersMale15-17 (varies by game)
Sora's best friend who initially fell to darkness but redeemed himself to become a Keyblade Master.
Abilities: Keyblade mastery, Dark magic, Light magic...
Quotes:
"I walk the road to dawn."
""I am Riku.""
"The darkness may destroy my body, but it can't touch my heart."
character
Sora
Keyblade Master/ProtagonistKeyblade WieldersMale14-16 (varies by game)
A cheerful and brave young man chosen by the Keyblade to fight the Heartless and protect the worlds.
Abilities: Keyblade mastery, Magic casting, Drive Forms...
Quotes:
"My friends are my power!"
""I am Sora.""
"The heart may be weak, and sometimes it may even give in. But I've learned that deep down, there's a light that never goes out!"
character
Ansem, Seeker of Darkness
Heartless/Primary AntagonistHeartless, Seekers of DarknessMaleAgeless (Heartless)
The Heartless of Master Xehanort, seeking to plunge all worlds into darkness.
Abilities: Dark magic mastery, Heartless control, Possession...
Quotes:
"Submit to the darkness!"
""I am Ansem, Seeker of Darkness.""
"All worlds begin in darkness, and all so end. The heart is no different."
character
Master Xehanort
Main Antagonist/Keyblade MasterOrganization XIII (leader), Seekers of DarknessMaleAncient (over 80 years old)
An ancient Keyblade Master seeking to forge the ﾏ・blade and unlock Kingdom Hearts.
Abilities: Master-level Keyblade skills, Dark magic mastery, Time manipulation...
Quotes:
"Darkness is the heart's true essence."
""I am Master Xehanort.""
"In your hand, take this key. So long as you have the makings, then through this simple act of taking, its wielder you shall one day be."
character
Xemnas
Nobody/Organization XIII LeaderOrganization XIII (leader), Seekers of DarknessMaleAgeless (Nobody)
The Nobody of Master Xehanort and the leader of Organization XIII, seeking Kingdom Hearts.
Abilities: Ethereal blade mastery, Nothingness manipulation, Energy projection...
Quotes:
"Kingdom Hearts... where is my heart?"
""I am Xemnas.""
"Anger and hate are supreme."
character
Aqua
Keyblade Master/ProtagonistKeyblade WieldersFemale
A Keyblade Master and one of the three main characters from Birth by Sleep.
Abilities: Keyblade mastery, Magic specialization, Barrier creation...
Quotes:
"I'm not afraid of the darkness!"
""I am Aqua.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Axel/Lea
Former Organization Member/Keyblade WielderOrganization XIII (formerly), Keyblade WieldersMale
A former Organization XIII member who became Sora's ally and later a Keyblade wielder.
Abilities: Fire magic mastery, Chakram combat, Keyblade wielding...
Quotes:
"Got it memorized?"
""I am Axel/Lea.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Media Forms
Video Games
Main series games, spin-offs, mobile games, remasters, collections
Merchandise
Action figures, Keyblade replicas, plushies, clothing, collectibles
Books
Light novels, manga adaptations, art books, strategy guides
Comics
Manga series, comic adaptations in various regions
Digital Content
Mobile games, browser games, social media content
Collectibles
Trading cards, figurines, limited edition items, special releases
Commercial Information
Sales
Over 36 million copies sold worldwide across all games
Revenue
Billions in game sales and merchandise revenue
Awards
Multiple gaming awards, best RPG awards, soundtrack recognition
Critical Reception
Generally positive reviews, praised for crossover concept and music
Cultural Impact
Introduced Disney to gaming audiences, created lasting crossover franchise
Market Value
One of Square Enix's most valuable franchises
Licensing
Complex licensing agreements between Square Enix and Disney
Merchandise Revenue
Extensive merchandise sales through Disney and Square Enix channels
Fan Culture
Fanbase
Dedicated global fanbase spanning Disney and gaming communities
Communities
Active online forums, fan sites, social media groups, gaming communities
Events
Gaming conventions, Disney events, fan meetups, cosplay gatherings
Quotes
My friends are my power, May your heart be your guiding key, The heart may be weak
Memes
Darkness within darkness, Simple and clean, Keyblade master, Organization XIII coats
Cosplay
Sora, Organization XIII members, Disney characters, Keyblade replicas
Fan Art
Character art, crossover artwork, world designs, original Keyblade designs
Fan Projects
Fan games, music covers, theory videos, timeline explanations
Cultural References
Referenced in other games, anime, and pop culture media
Historical Development
2002
Kingdom Hearts original game released for PlayStation 2
2004
Chain of Memories released for Game Boy Advance
2005
Kingdom Hearts II released, continuing main storyline
2010
Birth by Sleep released, exploring series prequel
2012
Dream Drop Distance released for Nintendo 3DS
2019
Kingdom Hearts III released, concluding Dark Seeker Saga
2020
Melody of Memory rhythm game released
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