KH4 News Teases by Nomura

Kingdom Hearts 4: The Lost Master Arc – A Saga's Climax

Kingdom Hearts 4 ushers in the "Lost Master Arc," a new storyline marking the beginning of the end for the long-running saga. Speculation runs rampant among fans, with many suggesting potential inclusions of Star Wars or Marvel worlds, expanding the series' Disney collaborations beyond its traditional animated properties.

Initially unveiled in 2022 with a mysterious trailer, Kingdom Hearts 4 shows protagonist Sora awakening in Quadratum, a Shibuya-inspired city. Square Enix has remained tight-lipped about details following the initial reveal, leaving fans to dissect the trailer for clues regarding the plot and potential new Disney worlds.

The 15th anniversary of Kingdom Hearts: Birth By Sleep (2010) prompted series director Tetsuya Nomura to post a message referencing the recurring theme of "crossroads" in the series. He subtly hinted at this theme's relevance to the "Lost Master Arc" in Kingdom Hearts 4, promising further explanation at a later date.

Nomura's Hints about Kingdom Hearts 4

Nomura highlighted the final scene in Kingdom Hearts 3 where the Lost Masters converge. The reveal of Xigbar's true identity as Luxu, an ancient Keyblade wielder secretly manipulating events, is crucial. Nomura enigmatically suggested that the Lost Masters, in their encounter with Luxu, experienced a trade-off—a loss to gain something—alluding to the well-known American folklore motif of crossroads.

Nomura's recent comments suggest that Kingdom Hearts 4 will resolve the mystery surrounding the Lost Masters' gains and losses during their meeting with Luxu. While much remains unknown, Nomura's comments hint at an imminent announcement, perhaps a new trailer showcasing the game's action.