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'''''Kingdom Hearts 0.2 Birth by Sleep -A fragmentary passage-''''' is the ninth installment in the [[Kingdom Hearts (series)|''Kingdom Hearts'' series]]. It is rendered in {{w|Unreal Engine 4}}, included in ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue]]'', and exclusive to the PlayStation 4.


'''''Kingdom Hearts 0.2 Birth by Sleep -A fragmentary passage-''''' is the ninth game in the ''[[Kingdom Hearts]]'' series, released exclusively for the PlayStation 4 as a part of the ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue]]'' collection.  
This game's story is an epilogue to ''[[Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep]]'' and a prologue to ''[[Kingdom Hearts III]]''. It is connected to ''[[Kingdom Hearts χ]]'' and chronicles [[Aqua]]'s continued journey through the [[Realm of Darkness]].


The story acts simultaneously as an epilogue to ''[[Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep]]'' and a prelude to ''[[Kingdom Hearts III]]'', and also shares a connection with ''[[Kingdom Hearts χ]]'', chronicling the rest of [[Aqua]]'s journey through the [[Dark World|Realm of Darkness]]. The game utilizes {{w|Unreal Engine 4}}, the same engine used for ''Kingdom Hearts III''.
==Story==
[[Luxu]] stands alone in the [[Keyblade Graveyard]]. With the [[Master Xehanort's Keyblade|No Name]] [[Keyblade]] in-hand, he watches silently as [[Kingdom Hearts]] appears in the sky.


==Story==
At the [[Mysterious Tower]], [[Yen Sid]] tells [[Riku]], [[Kairi]], and [[Mickey Mouse|King Mickey]] they must rescue [[Terra]], [[Ventus]], and Aqua. Mickey reveals he last saw Aqua in the Realm of Darkness.
In the aftermath of a [[Keyblade War|spectacular battle]] in the [[Keyblade Graveyard]], a [[Luxu|hooded figure]] holding a [[Master Xehanort's Keyblade|Keyblade possessing an eye]] observes as [[Kingdom Hearts]] appears in the sky.


In the [[Mysterious Tower]], [[Yen Sid]] informs [[Riku]], [[Kairi]], and [[King Mickey]] of their latest objective: to rescue [[Terra]], [[Ventus]], and [[Aqua]] from their fates. Mickey reveals a secret to Riku: right when they closed the [[Door to Darkness]], Aqua was there with them, and tells his story.
''Aqua learns time does not flow in the Realm of Darkness by exploring the remnants of [[Castle of Dreams]]. In the remains of [[Dwarf Woodlands]], she defeats a phantom copy of herself. Aqua chases illusory versions of Terra and Ventus through the ruins of [[Enchanted Dominion]], and she learns [[Xehanort]] is trying to find the [[Chambers of Repose and Waking|Chamber of Waking]] as she is pulled deeper into the darkness. Aqua is found by King Mickey, and the two Keyblade Masters team up to help [[Sora]] and Riku close the Door to Darkness so they can save the worlds from the [[Heartless]]. When the [[Demon Tide]] attempts to attack Riku, Aqua sacrifices herself to keep it at bay. Plunged even further into the darkness, Aqua vows to help anyone else she encounters there. She watches as the worlds are restored and finds [[Ansem the Wise]] at the Dark Margin.''   


''Following her climactic battle with [[Terra-Xehanort]] that left her stranded in the Realm of Darkness, Aqua arrives in the remains of [[Castle of Dreams]], where she discovers that time does not pass in the Realm of Darkness. As she traverses the ruins of [[Dwarf Woodlands]] and [[Enchanted Dominion]], she encounters mirages of Terra and Ventus and battles a phantom of herself. She eventually catches up to Terra and Ventus in the remains of Enchanted Dominion. She briefly speaks with Terra, but he transforms into Terra-Xehanort, who demands to know if Ven is in the Chamber of Waking inside Castle Oblivion; Terra fights back and Aqua is pulled into darkness again, but is found by Mickey. After Mickey explains that ten years have passed in the outside world, she agrees to help him find [[Kingdom Key D|a Keyblade of darkness]] in order to seal the Door to Darkness and learns that [[Sora]] and Riku, the two boys she encountered [[Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep|ten years earlier]], have been helping to save the worlds. They locate the Keyblade and catch Riku just as Sora defeats [[Ansem, Seeker of Darkness|Ansem]] in [[End of the World]]. Mickey and Aqua rush to aid Riku just as he is attacked by Heartless. Aqua sacrifices herself to keep them at bay and falls deeper into the darkness while Mickey and Riku seal the door with Sora. Trapped once again in the Realm of Darkness, Aqua vows to serve as a Wayfinder for anyone who will find themselves there in the future. Shortly afterwards, she witnesses the worlds being restored before finding [[Ansem the Wise]] at the Dark Margin.''
Having learned the role he unknowingly played in sealing Aqua's fate, Riku demands to know why King Mickey kept it secret. Yen Sid explains this was done to prevent Sora from attempting to rescue Aqua, and he reveals a safe means of entering the Realm of Darkness has been found. Riku and Mickey receive new garments made by [[Flora, Fauna, and Merryweather]], and they depart to find Aqua and return her to the Realm of Light. Meanwhile, Kairi is instructed to train under the wizard [[Merlin]] so she can become a Keyblade wielder.


Horrified by the news, Riku demands to know why Mickey kept this a secret from him. Yen Sid explains the dangers of venturing into the Realm of Darkness, something that Sora most likely would have tried to attempt, though they have now found a safer way. Yen Sid presents Riku and Mickey with new garments to protect them from the darkness for their journey to rescue Aqua, and assigns Kairi to train with [[Lea]] as a Keyblade wielder under [[Merlin]]. Shortly afterwards, Sora returns to the Tower, where Yen Sid explains that his task will now be to find a way to retrieve people's lost hearts. Though Sora has once again been stripped of most of his power, due to nearly becoming one of Master Xehanort's vessels, Yen Sid reminds him of [[Hercules|a previous acquaintance]] who once lost and regained his power, and advises Sora to pay him a visit with [[Donald Duck|Donald]] and [[Goofy]].
A short time later, [[Donald Duck|Donald]] and [[Goofy]] reunite with Sora, who returns to Mysterious Tower after a prolonged absence. Sora is tasked with learning to retrieve lost hearts by Yen Sid, and he is told that almost becoming Master Xehanort's vessel has stripped him of many powers. Yen Sid reminds Sora of [[Hercules]], who once lost and regained his godlike strength, and the Keyblade wielder departs with Donald and Goofy to pay the hero a visit.


Aboard the Gummi Ship, the trio ponder on how to travel between worlds due to the passageways having been sealed again. Remembering Yen Sid's words, "May our hearts be our guiding key", Goofy advises Sora to use his heart and he is able to open a passageway to [[Olympus Coliseum]], setting the stage for ''[[Kingdom Hearts III]]''.
Aboard the [[Gummi Ship]], Sora and friends wonder how they will travel to other worlds, as the lanes between them have been resealed. Suddenly, Goofy remembers an old saying of Yen Sid's: "May your heart be your guiding key." Using his heart, Sora successfully opens a path to [[Olympus Coliseum]].


==Gameplay==
==Gameplay==
*Unlike previous games, Aqua starts at level 50.
*When the player assumes control of Aqua, she starts off at level 50.
*The [[Command Menu]] is present, but excludes [[Summon]]s.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eToJ_fXiGhM / E3 2016 Premium Showcase]</ref>
*The [[Command Menu]] lacks a "[[Summon]]" option.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eToJ_fXiGhM / E3 2016 Premium Showcase]</ref>
*[[Shotlock]] attacks return, with a similar Focus gauge.<ref>[http://kh13.com/news/tai-yasue-discusses-kingdom-hearts-02-birth-by-sleep-a-fragmentary-passage-with-famitsu]</ref>{{?}}<!--link to original journal, use title-->
*[[Shotlock]]s return, as does the Focus gauge.<ref>[http://kh13.com/news/tai-yasue-discusses-kingdom-hearts-02-birth-by-sleep-a-fragmentary-passage-with-famitsu]</ref>{{?}}<!--link to original journal, use title-->
*[[Magic]] is present, using an MP gauge which functions like in ''[[Kingdom Hearts II]]''. Only Firaga, Blizzaga, Thundaga, and Curaga are available. Additionally, picking up MP Balls can now help shorten the amount of time for MP Recharge to complete.
*Aqua can cast [[Fire|Firaga]], [[Blizzard|Blizzaga]], [[Thunder|Thundaga]], and [[Cure|Curaga]]. Each of these spells consumes MP.
*Magic now leaves an effect on the surrounding environment. For example, Blizzaga creates a sheet of ice to slide on.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eToJ_fXiGhM / E3 2016 Premium Showcase]</ref>
*The MP gauge returns and functions as it did in ''[[Kingdom Hearts II]]''. Picking up MP balls now shortens MP Recharge time.  
*Shortcuts have multiple "pages", scrolled via the D-pad separating Magic from [[Item]]s.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VouuUy_-M1E]</ref>
*Magic affects the surrounding environment.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eToJ_fXiGhM / E3 2016 Premium Showcase]</ref>
*"[[Situation Command|Situation Commands]]" are present.<ref>[https://youtu.be/b7BlL17ZKdk?t=7m21s]</ref>{{?}}<!--correct url and give title-->
*There are many shortcut menus. These can be scrolled through via {{button|dpad}}. Magic and [[Item]]s are listed separately.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VouuUy_-M1E]</ref>
*[[Command Style]]s are present, activated through Situation Commands.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eToJ_fXiGhM / E3 2016 Premium Showcase]</ref>
*Aqua can use [[Situation Command]]s.<ref>[https://youtu.be/b7BlL17ZKdk?t=7m21s]</ref>{{?}}<!--correct url and give title-->
*[[Flowmotion]] is available. However, Aqua can only do [[Rail Slide]].<ref>[http://kh13.com/news/tai-yasue-discusses-kingdom-hearts-02-birth-by-sleep-a-fragmentary-passage-with-famitsu]</ref>{{?}}<!--link to original journal, use title-->
*[[Command Style]]s return as a type of Situation Command.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eToJ_fXiGhM / E3 2016 Premium Showcase]</ref>
*Aqua's appearance can be customized with different props or changing the color of her outfit.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J3SHrNEtL1k / 【キングダム ハーツ HD 2.8 ファイナル チャプター プロローグ】Final Trailer(2016)]</ref> Completing [[Objectives]] is the primary method to unlocking more props.
*[[Flowmotion]] returns. Aqua can only use [[Rail Slide]].<ref>[http://kh13.com/news/tai-yasue-discusses-kingdom-hearts-02-birth-by-sleep-a-fragmentary-passage-with-famitsu]</ref>{{?}}<!--link to original journal, use title-->
<!--*A new mechanic dubbed "Parkour" is present, allowing Aqua to easily traverse and platform obstacles by simply running over marked points.{{fact}}-->
*The player can customize Aqua's appearance by using accessories and palette swaps unlocked through the completion of various [[Objectives]].<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J3SHrNEtL1k / 【キングダム ハーツ HD 2.8 ファイナル チャプター プロローグ】Final Trailer(2016)]</ref>
*Mickey is a party member in the game's final area, the Depths of Darkness.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J3SHrNEtL1k / 【キングダム ハーツ HD 2.8 ファイナル チャプター プロローグ】Final Trailer(2016)]</ref>  
<!--*A new mechanic, "Parkour," enables Aqua to easily traverse her environment.{{fact}}-->
*Once unlocked, [[Teleportation]] can allow Aqua to revisit the areas that she has completed before through the use of [[Save Points]].
*King Mickey serves as a party member in the Depths of Darkness.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J3SHrNEtL1k / 【キングダム ハーツ HD 2.8 ファイナル チャプター プロローグ】Final Trailer(2016)]</ref>
*Once it is unlocked, [[Teleportation]] allows Aqua to revisit locations through the use of [[Save Points]].
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==Worlds==
==Worlds==
<big>'''Playable'''</big>
<big>'''Playable'''</big>
* [[Dark World]]
*[[Realm of Darkness|Dark World]]
**[[Castle of Dreams]]
**[[Dwarf Woodlands]]
**[[Enchanted Dominion]]
**[[Destiny Islands]]


<big>'''Cutscenes'''</big>
<big>'''Cutscenes'''</big>
* [[Mysterious Tower]]
*[[Keyblade Graveyard]]
*[[Mysterious Tower]]


==Notes and references==
==Notes and references==
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==External links==
==External links==
*[http://www.square-enix.co.jp/kingdom/khhd_fcp/ Official JP Site]
*[http://www.square-enix.co.jp/kingdom/khhd_fcp/ Official Japanese website]
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Revision as of 17:59, 12 March 2017

Kingdom Hearts 0.2 Birth by Sleep
-A fragmentary passage-
File:Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep 0.2 A fragmentary passage Logo.png
キングダム ハーツ 0.2 バース バイ スリープ
-フラグメンタリー パッセージ-
Kingudamu Hātsu 0.2 Bāsu Bai Surīpu
-Furagumentarī Passēji-
Developer(s) Square Enix
Publisher(s) Japan Square Enix
Release date(s) Japan January 12, 2017
Flag of the United States.png/Flag of Canada.png January 24, 2017
Europe January 24, 2017[1]
Flag of Australia.png January 24, 2017
Genre Console action role-playing game
Game modes Single player
Ratings N/A
Platform(s) PlayStation 4

Kingdom Hearts 0.2 Birth by Sleep -A fragmentary passage- is the ninth installment in the Kingdom Hearts series. It is rendered in Unreal Engine 4, included in Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue, and exclusive to the PlayStation 4.

This game's story is an epilogue to Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep and a prologue to Kingdom Hearts III. It is connected to Kingdom Hearts χ and chronicles Aqua's continued journey through the Realm of Darkness.

Story

Luxu stands alone in the Keyblade Graveyard. With the No Name Keyblade in-hand, he watches silently as Kingdom Hearts appears in the sky.

At the Mysterious Tower, Yen Sid tells Riku, Kairi, and King Mickey they must rescue Terra, Ventus, and Aqua. Mickey reveals he last saw Aqua in the Realm of Darkness.

Aqua learns time does not flow in the Realm of Darkness by exploring the remnants of Castle of Dreams. In the remains of Dwarf Woodlands, she defeats a phantom copy of herself. Aqua chases illusory versions of Terra and Ventus through the ruins of Enchanted Dominion, and she learns Xehanort is trying to find the Chamber of Waking as she is pulled deeper into the darkness. Aqua is found by King Mickey, and the two Keyblade Masters team up to help Sora and Riku close the Door to Darkness so they can save the worlds from the Heartless. When the Demon Tide attempts to attack Riku, Aqua sacrifices herself to keep it at bay. Plunged even further into the darkness, Aqua vows to help anyone else she encounters there. She watches as the worlds are restored and finds Ansem the Wise at the Dark Margin.

Having learned the role he unknowingly played in sealing Aqua's fate, Riku demands to know why King Mickey kept it secret. Yen Sid explains this was done to prevent Sora from attempting to rescue Aqua, and he reveals a safe means of entering the Realm of Darkness has been found. Riku and Mickey receive new garments made by Flora, Fauna, and Merryweather, and they depart to find Aqua and return her to the Realm of Light. Meanwhile, Kairi is instructed to train under the wizard Merlin so she can become a Keyblade wielder.

A short time later, Donald and Goofy reunite with Sora, who returns to Mysterious Tower after a prolonged absence. Sora is tasked with learning to retrieve lost hearts by Yen Sid, and he is told that almost becoming Master Xehanort's vessel has stripped him of many powers. Yen Sid reminds Sora of Hercules, who once lost and regained his godlike strength, and the Keyblade wielder departs with Donald and Goofy to pay the hero a visit.

Aboard the Gummi Ship, Sora and friends wonder how they will travel to other worlds, as the lanes between them have been resealed. Suddenly, Goofy remembers an old saying of Yen Sid's: "May your heart be your guiding key." Using his heart, Sora successfully opens a path to Olympus Coliseum.

Gameplay

  • When the player assumes control of Aqua, she starts off at level 50.
  • The Command Menu lacks a "Summon" option.[2]
  • Shotlocks return, as does the Focus gauge.[3][?]
  • Aqua can cast Firaga, Blizzaga, Thundaga, and Curaga. Each of these spells consumes MP.
  • The MP gauge returns and functions as it did in Kingdom Hearts II. Picking up MP balls now shortens MP Recharge time.
  • Magic affects the surrounding environment.[4]
  • There are many shortcut menus. These can be scrolled through via D-Pad. Magic and Items are listed separately.[5]
  • Aqua can use Situation Commands.[6][?]
  • Command Styles return as a type of Situation Command.[7]
  • Flowmotion returns. Aqua can only use Rail Slide.[8][?]
  • The player can customize Aqua's appearance by using accessories and palette swaps unlocked through the completion of various Objectives.[9]
  • King Mickey serves as a party member in the Depths of Darkness.[10]
  • Once it is unlocked, Teleportation allows Aqua to revisit locations through the use of Save Points.
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Worlds

Playable

Cutscenes

Notes and references

  1. ^ Facebook: Square Enix France, "KH HD 2.8 FINAL CHAPTER PROLOGUE"
  2. ^ / E3 2016 Premium Showcase
  3. ^ [1]
  4. ^ / E3 2016 Premium Showcase
  5. ^ [2]
  6. ^ [3]
  7. ^ / E3 2016 Premium Showcase
  8. ^ [4]
  9. ^ / 【キングダム ハーツ HD 2.8 ファイナル チャプター プロローグ】Final Trailer(2016)
  10. ^ / 【キングダム ハーツ HD 2.8 ファイナル チャプター プロローグ】Final Trailer(2016)

External links

Kingdom Hearts 0.2 Birth by Sleep -A fragmentary passage-
Characters
Party members
Aqua - Mickey Mouse
Antagonists
Phantom Aqua - Terra-Xehanort
Other characters
Dark Figure - Donald Duck - Goofy - Kairi - Luxu - Riku - Sora - Terra - Ventus - Yen Sid
Locations
Worlds
Keyblade Graveyard - Dark World - Destiny Islands - Mysterious Tower
Places
Castle Town - The World Within - Forest of Thorns - Depths of Darkness
Terms
2.9 - The First Volume - Flowmotion - Keyblade - Shotlock - Situation Command - Style Change - The End - Wardrobe
Music
Kingdom Hearts - III, II.8, Unchained χ & Union χ [Cross] - Original Soundtrack - Simple and Clean
Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue
Kingdom Hearts Dream Drop Distance HD • Kingdom Hearts χ Back Cover • Kingdom Hearts 0.2 Birth by Sleep -A fragmentary passage-
Kingdom Hearts series
Main titles
Kingdom Hearts (Final Mix) • Chain of Memories (Re) • Kingdom Hearts II (Final Mix) • 358/2 Days • coded (Re) • Birth by Sleep (Final Mix) • Dream Drop Distance (HD) • χ (Union χ) • χ Back Cover • 0.2 Birth by Sleep • Kingdom Hearts III (Re Mind)
Dark Road • Melody of Memory • Missing-Link • Kingdom Hearts IV
Dark Seeker Saga • χ series • Lost Master Arc
Other titles
Collections
HD 1.5 ReMIX • HD 2.5 ReMIX • HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue
Compilations
Trinity Master Pieces • II Final Mix+ • 10th Anniversary Box • HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX • The Story So Far • All-In-One Package • Integrum Masterpiece
Spin-off titles
V CAST • Mobile • Magical Puzzle Clash • Gummiship Studio • Digital Painter • Collaboration: Gummi Ship Campaign • VR Experience
Adaptations
Manga series • Novel series
The Sceptre and the Kingdom • Television pilot
Plot elements
Characters | Heartless | Nobody | Unversed | Dream Eater | Replica | Heart | Soul | Body | Memory | Light | Darkness | Keyblade | χ-blade | Keyhole | Gate | Mark of Mastery exam | Recusant's Sigil | Book of Prophecies | Black Box
Reconnect. Kingdom Hearts | An Oath to Return
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