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Kingdom Hearts II first released in Japan on December 22, 2005, for PlayStation 2. Square Enix records its North American release as March 28, 2006, so the game did not have a single worldwide launch date.
Original release date
The original PlayStation 2 version of Kingdom Hearts II debuted in Japan on December 22, 2005. Square Enix’s Japanese announcement identifies both the date and platform: Square Enix’s December 22, 2005 announcement.
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Kingdom Hearts II | $22.85 | Buy on Amazon |
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Kingdom Hearts II - PlayStation 2 (Renewed) | $17.11 | Buy on Amazon |
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KINGDOM HEARTS Collection [I–III] Amazon Exclusive Edition - Nintendo Switch 2 | $74.99 | Buy on Amazon |
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Kingdom Hearts II - Original Black Label Version - PlayStation 2 | $39.15 | Buy on Amazon |
North American release date
Square Enix’s 2006 annual report lists March 28, 2006, as the North American release date. The two dates refer to different regional launches, not conflicting accounts of one worldwide release: Square Enix Holdings’ 2006 annual report.
Is Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix the same release?
No. Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix is a later edition, distinct from the original 2005 PS2 release. Square Enix’s KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX- collection includes Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix. The official franchise portal lists the collection for Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox on PC, Steam, and Epic Games Store; the collection page also shows physical purchase options for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2. Formats and availability can vary by region and listing.
#1 Best Overall
- Explore both new and familiar worlds from Kingdom Hearts, plus new Disney worlds to the Kingdom Hearts franchise, such as Pirates of the Caribbean, Beauty and the Beast and Mulan
- A more advanced battle system that allows for a wider range of commands, powerful new combos, and cooperative attacks with members of your party, introducing another layer of strategy
- All-new Drive command that lets Sora change into a variety of new forms, altering his skills and abilities
- A revamped camera system that keeps you in the middle of the action
- New transportation system that takes Sora and friends from world to world in the style of theme park rides
What Square Enix reported about shipments
Square Enix’s figures describe different scopes and should not be treated as directly comparable sales totals. Its 2007 announcement said worldwide shipments exceeded four million, explicitly including Final Mix+ and Ultimate Hits; the 2006 annual report separately recorded 1.26 million North American shipments by fiscal year-end. Those are publisher-reported shipment figures from different dates and categories, not equivalent measures.
Quick Recap
Rank #3
- KINGDOM HEARTS Collection [I–III] Amazon Exclusive Edition includes a double-sided poster.
- A value packed bundle featuring three collections: KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX-, KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue, and KINGDOM HEARTS III + Re Mind (DLC).
- This product is also included in other bundle sets. Please ensure you do not purchase the same content more than once.
- Platform-exclusive Keyblade "Long Night" included with purchase!
- GAME-KEY CARD. 128 GB – Full game download via internet required.
Rank #2
- This Certified Refurbished product is tested and certified to look and work like new. The refurbishing process includes functionality testing, basic cleaning, inspection, and repackaging. The product ships with all relevant accessories, a minimum 90-day warranty, and may arrive in a generic box. Only select sellers who maintain a high performance bar may offer Certified Refurbished products on Amazon.com
- Explore both new and familiar worlds from Kingdom Hearts, plus new Disney worlds to the Kingdom Hearts franchise, such as Pirates of the Caribbean, Beauty and the Beast and Mulan
- A more advanced battle system that allows for a wider range of commands, powerful new combos, and cooperative attacks with members of your party, introducing another layer of strategy
- All-new Drive command that lets Sora change into a variety of new forms, altering his skills and abilities
- A revamped camera system that keeps you in the middle of the action
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