'Kingdom Hearts 3' release date, news, rumors: Game director assures fans 'KH3' development 'coming along steadily'

It was already confirmed by Square Enix that they are already working on the next installment of the highly popular "Kingdom Hearts" game franchise. After the success of "Kingdom Hearts 2," the gamers are wondering when is the follow-up sequel appearing in the near future. For now, the Japanese game studio has been mostly focused on their upcoming game title "Kingdom Hearts 2.8 HD Final Chapter Prologue," which is reported to be a prelude chapter leading to the events of "Kingdom Hearts 3." Information may have been scarce regarding "Kingdom Hearts 3," but the fans are rest assured that the next installment is underway.

In the latest interview with "Kingdom Hearts" series creator and director Tetsuya Nomura, he gave an assurance to the fans that the development of "Kingdom Hearts 3" is going very well. He also teased that they are adding many features to make the next sequel as fun and as exciting as the gamers expect. After all, "Kingdom Hearts 2" was critically acclaimed upon its release, leaving a lot of pressure to its successor to surpass, or just live by the high standards set by the game.

"The other game we are working on, 'Kingdom Hearts 3,' is coming along steadily. There are new worlds in which you can run, jump... I'm very excited about moving Sora around in the wider space with his higher range of maneuverability," Nomura said as translated by the Goldpanner.

Not much has been known regarding the new contents to be introduced in "Kingdom Hearts 3," although the fans can expect that the game will be featuring new magical worlds outside the "Kingdom Hearts" universe. Rumors are rife that the recent popular worlds from Disney and Marvel will be featured in "Kingdom Hearts 3," having "Frozen," and "Wreck-it Ralph" among possible choices.

For now, the people may have the time to check out the upcoming "Kingdom Hearts 2.8 HD" game title as it is directly connected to "Kingdom Hearts 3." The events in the upcoming "Kingdom Hearts" game early next year will lay out the groundwork for "Kingdom Hearts 3." The questions of the fans regarding "Kingdom Hearts 3" will be explained by the "Kingdom Hearts" prologue chapter itself.

"Kingdom Hearts 3" is expected to be released on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One consoles, although there is no initial release date yet confirmed by Square Enix.