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Square Enix Rumored to Remake Kingdom Hearts as 'Relux'

2/7/2026

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Rumors from eXtas1s suggest Square Enix may remake the original Kingdom Hearts as 'Kingdom Hearts Relux' with a release in early 2027.
This follows the announcement of Kingdom Hearts 4, expected in winter 2027.
The remake would modernize the game while preserving its visual identity and would add a playable Riku and a Jungle Book-based world.
But the claims remain uncertain because the source has a mixed track record.

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Rumors from eXtas1s suggest Square Enix may remake the original Kingdom Hearts as 'Kingdom Hearts Relux' with a release in early 2027.
This follows the announcement of Kingdom Hearts 4, expected in winter 2027.
The remake would modernize the game while preserving its visual identity and would add a playable Riku and a Jungle Book-based world.
But the claims remain uncertain because the source has a mixed track record.