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{{Q|An Unforgettable Journey.|Tagline}}
{{Q|An Unforgettable Journey.|Tagline}}
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The ending credits feature scenes from ''[[Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance]]'' and the [[Kingdom Hearts III#E3 2013 Sony Conference Teaser|E3 2013 announcement trailer]] for ''[[Kingdom Hearts III]]'', teasing ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue]]''.
The ending credits feature scenes from ''[[Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance]]'' and the [[Kingdom Hearts III#E3 2013 Sony Conference Teaser|E3 2013 announcement trailer]] for ''[[Kingdom Hearts III]]'', teasing ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue]]''.


The game was re-released with ''Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX'' as ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX]]'' for the PlayStation 4 in March 2017.
The collection itself was remastered and released with ''Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX'' as ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX]]'' for the PlayStation 4 in March 2017.


==Development==
==Development==
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==Changes==
==Changes==
Changes to all three games in ''Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX'' include support for various video outputs (480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p), as well as audio output supported by Dolby Digital 5.1 sound and DTS Digital Surround 5.1. There is now PlayStation 3 [[trophy]] and an unlockable PlayStation 3 theme for each title. In addition, English voice acting is available for all cutscenes in Theater Mode in the Japanese release. Textures have been updated.
===General===
*All three games now include support for various video outputs (480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p), as well as audio output supported by Dolby Digital 5.1 sound and DTS Digital Surround 5.1.  
*All three games now have PlayStation 3 [[trophy]] and an unlockable PlayStation 3 theme for each title.  
*English voice acting is now available for all cutscenes in Theater Mode in the Japanese release.  
*Textures have been updated to remain consistent with ''Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX''.


===''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix''===
===''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix''===
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*The various environments the player visits over the course of the game are more detailed in appearance, and new sound effects have been added to these areas, as well.
*The various environments the player visits over the course of the game are more detailed in appearance, and new sound effects have been added to these areas, as well.
*In the final cutscene in Terra's scenario, the [[Lingering Will]] sprouts a cape to maintain continuity between ''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep Final Mix'' and its later appearance in ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix''.
*In the final cutscene in Terra's scenario, the [[Lingering Will]] sprouts a cape to maintain continuity between ''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep Final Mix'' and its later appearance in ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix''.
*The Mirage Arena no longer has multiplayer capabilities, meaning that Mirage Arena D-Links cannot be used. Events and battles in the Arena have been tweaked, and additional challenges are present. Due to the lack of multiplayer, the [[Taunt]] command has been replaced with [[Victory Pose]] in all appearances, and [[Group Esuna]] has been completely removed. The ability to pause the game during Mirage Arena events has also been added.
*The Mirage Arena no longer has multiplayer capabilities, meaning that Mirage Arena [[Dimension Link|D-Links]] cannot be used. Events and battles in the Arena have been tweaked, and additional challenges are present. Due to the lack of multiplayer, the [[Taunt]] command has been replaced with [[Victory Pose]] in all appearances, and [[Group Esuna]] has been completely removed. The ability to pause the game during Mirage Arena events has also been added.
*While the entire soundtrack of ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' has been re-orchestrated, only the pieces "Keyblade Graveyard Horizon" and "Dismiss" have been re-orchestrated in ''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep Final Mix''.
*While the entire soundtrack of ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' has been re-orchestrated, only the pieces "Keyblade Graveyard Horizon" and "Dismiss" have been re-orchestrated in ''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep Final Mix''.
*The stars emitted from the [[Master's Defender]] change from lavender blue stars resembling shuriken to golden ones bearing [[Terra's Mark]].
*The stars emitted from the [[Master's Defender]] change from lavender blue stars resembling shuriken to golden ones bearing [[Terra's Mark]].
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===''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded''===
===''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded''===
''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded'' is featured in the form of over three hours of fully voiced, high definition cutscenes. In addition, it includes character reports. Unlike ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days'' in ''Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX'', ''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded'' features cutscenes from the Disney worlds, as well as battle scenes, and narration by [[Mickey Mouse|Mickey]]. Most of the characters who were silent in the original game now have new audio dialogue. A few exceptions to this include Tidus, Aladdin, Jasmine, and Phil, who only appeared in the text-based cutscenes. Cutscenes have been added so players can better understand the ''Kingdom Hearts'' series, including one that connects to the story of ''[[Kingdom Hearts χ]]''.  
* ''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded'' is featured in the form of over three hours of fully voiced, high definition cutscenes. In addition, it includes character reports.
 
** Unlike ''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days'' in ''Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX'', ''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded'' features cutscenes from the Disney worlds, as well as battle scenes, and narration by [[Mickey Mouse|Mickey]].
An additional secret ending, titled "[[Destiny]]," has been added to connect to the events of ''[[Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance]]''. While the entire soundtrack of ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' and a few pieces from ''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep Final Mix'' were re-orchestrated for ''Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX'', ''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded'' does not feature the remade soundtracks from either game. However, "Roxas"{{fact}} and "The Other Promise" have been replaced with the tracks from the [[Piano Collections Kingdom Hearts|Piano Collections ''Kingdom Hearts'']] album.<ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7p_eglk_Q0</ref>
** Several scenes that the original game presented with only 2D sprites and text, are now represented with 3D models and environments.
** Most of the characters who were silent in the original game now have new audio dialogue. A few exceptions to this include Tidus, Aladdin, Jasmine, and Phil, who only appeared in the text-based cutscenes.
* Cutscenes have been added so players can better understand the ''Kingdom Hearts'' series, including:
** A scene with Pete and Maleficent that connects to the story of ''[[Kingdom Hearts χ]]''.
** An additional secret ending, titled "[[Destiny]]," which connects to the events of ''[[Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance]]''.  
* While the entire soundtrack of ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' and a few pieces from ''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep Final Mix'' were re-orchestrated for ''Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX'', ''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded'' does not feature the remade soundtracks from either game. However, the music selection was still given a major overhaul, with around a quarter of the cutscenes having a different music from the original.
** Several tracks that did not appear in the original ''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded'' were added to this version, most notably the ''[[Piano Collections Kingdom Hearts]]'' versions of "{{c|Roxas|track}}" and "[[The Other Promise]]", the hitherto unused ''Kingdom Hearts'' recording of "[[Destati]]", and "[[Link to All]]" (which was not composed until after the release of ''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded'').


==Reported bugs==
==Reported bugs==
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''Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX'' has special edition releases that differ from the retail edition of the game.
''Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX'' has special edition releases that differ from the retail edition of the game.


Japanese releases of ''Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX'' have two different Collector's Edition versions of the game that are only available through the Square Enix eshop. The first is "KINGDOM HEARTS Starter Pack HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX", which contains both ''Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX'' and ''Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX''. The second is the "KINGDOM HEARTS Collectors Pack HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX", which contains both ''Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX'' and ''Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX'', a Blu-ray Music Disc containing tracks from the ''Kingdom Hearts'' series, and an artwork booklet. Both have the option to include a [[Play Arts Kai]] figurine of Sora in his Limit Form.{{fact}}<!--yo someone source this--> Purchasing the game from Amazon.co.jp grants a downloadable PlayStation 3 theme.
Japanese releases of ''Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX'' have two different Collector's Edition versions of the game that are only available through the Square Enix eshop. The first is "KINGDOM HEARTS Starter Pack HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX", which contains both ''Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX'' and ''Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX''. The second is the "KINGDOM HEARTS Collectors Pack HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX", which contains both ''Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX'' and ''Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX'', a Blu-ray Music Disc containing tracks from the ''Kingdom Hearts'' series, and an artwork booklet. Both have the option to include a [[Play Arts Kai]] figurine of Sora in his Limit Form.<ref>[http://www.square-enix.co.jp/kingdom/khhd2/#product_game_06 ''Kingdom Hearts Collectors Pack HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX'' store page]</ref>. Purchasing the game from Amazon.co.jp grants a downloadable PlayStation 3 theme.


On July 24, Square Enix announced a pre-order bonus for the international release of ''Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX'' via the ''Kingdom Hearts'' Facebook page. By pre-ordering, one receives a free, automatic upgrade to the Limited Edition that includes a Disney Parks Pin Trading collectible pin featuring Sora and Mickey.<ref>[https://www.facebook.com/KingdomHearts/photos/a.425862255840.195562.76090440840/10152175570965841/?type=1 Facebook post announcing the Pre-order Bonus]</ref>
On July 24, Square Enix announced a pre-order bonus for the international release of ''Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX'' via the ''Kingdom Hearts'' Facebook page. By pre-ordering, one receives a free, automatic upgrade to the Limited Edition that includes a Disney Parks Pin Trading collectible pin featuring Sora and Mickey.<ref>[https://www.facebook.com/KingdomHearts/photos/a.425862255840.195562.76090440840/10152175570965841/?type=1 Facebook post announcing the Pre-order Bonus]</ref>
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