We've already known the release date for a bit, but here's an official press release.
LONDON (23rd April, 2012) – Square Enix Ltd., the publishers of SQUARE ENIX® interactive entertainment products in Europe and across PAL territories, today announced that KINGDOM HEARTS 3D [Dream Drop Distance], will be released on 20th July 2012, specifically for the Nintendo 3DS™ system.
The spectacular story of KINGDOM HEARTS 3D [Dream Drop Distance] promises to be a fun backdrop to the colorful cast of Disney characters making their 3D debut on a handheld title. In addition to new worlds, KINGDOM HEARTS 3D [Dream Drop Distance] will feature never-before-seen gameplay elements for the series.
Story
King Mickey and Yen Sid prepare for an impending threat by putting Sora and Riku through the Mark of Mastery exam. Sora and Riku are sent into the Sleeping Worlds, where they will face enemies and allies that have never been seen before. If they can successfully complete the task they are given, they will be deemed true Keyblade Masters.
Features
• Dual protagonists – Play as the two most popular characters of the franchise, Sora and Riku.
• “Flowmotion” action – Enjoy fast and effortless movements while interacting with the environment and performing acrobatic attacks.
• Brand-new creatures – Dream Eaters inhabit the Sleeping Worlds, and are split into two categories: Spirits and Nightmares. Breed over 50 different types of Spirits as allies to fight alongside Sora and Riku.
• New Disney worlds – Beloved Disney worlds and characters, such as La Cité des Cloches (The Hunchback of Notre Dame), and “The Grid” (TRON: Legacy) make their series debut.
• Story progression – With updated looks for Sora and Riku, and the impending conflict made clear, this title is a big step forward in the series.
Product Summary
Title KINGDOM HEARTS 3D [Dream Drop Distance]
Platform Nintendo 3DS
Genre Action RPG
Release Date July 20th 2012
RRP TBD
Copyright © Disney. Developed by SQUARE ENIX
Related Links
KINGDOM HEARTS 3D [Dream Drop Distance] Official Homepage:
http://www.kingdomhearts3dgame.com
KINGDOM HEARTS 3D [Dream Drop Distance] Official Facebook® Page: http://www.facebook.com/kingdomhearts
KINGDOM HEARTS 3D [Dream Drop Distance] is not yet rated.
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