Square Enix Cancels Kingdom Hearts: Missing-Link!

Square Enix has officially announced the cancellation of Kingdom Hearts: Missing-Link, a decision that might not come as a surprise to many fans familiar with the company's history of game cancellations. The mobile game, in development since 2019, had undergone several closed beta tests on both Android and iOS platforms. The announcement of its delay in November 2024 left participants of the closed beta tests somewhat surprised, given the apparent progress of the project.

Why Was Kingdom Hearts: Missing-Link Cancelled?

The development team cited their inability to find a sustainable path forward that would meet player expectations in the long term. Initially designed as a live-service game, Missing-Link aimed to offer a unique, GPS-based experience where players could explore real-world locations and engage in battles against Heartless using their keyblades. This ambitious project was set to explore a forgotten chapter of the Kingdom Hearts saga, but it seems the concept struggled to translate into a satisfying gameplay experience. Square Enix ultimately decided against releasing a subpar product, choosing instead to redirect their resources.

If you're curious about what Kingdom Hearts: Missing-Link was supposed to be, you can view a teaser trailer here:

Kingdom Hearts IV Is Still in the Works

Despite the cancellation of Missing-Link, fans can take solace in the ongoing development of Kingdom Hearts IV. Announced during the Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary event in 2022, the main series' next installment is still actively being worked on. Square Enix's recent update provides reassurance that the core Kingdom Hearts narrative will continue to unfold.

Stay tuned for more updates on Kingdom Hearts IV and be sure to check out our upcoming coverage on Plug In Digital's digital version of the popular board game Abalone.