Kingdom Hearts: Union x Dark Road

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Release

Monday, June 22, 2020

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Inside Kingdom Hearts: Union x Dark Road

What it is

-------------------------------------------- KINGDOM HEARTS Dark Road Why did he become the seeker of darkness? --------------------------------------------

You know of Master Xehanort as the villain of Kingdom Hearts, but just why did he become the seeker of darkness?

In this new story, you will uncover his secrets as you step into the role of Xehanort to follow his life as a young aspiring Keyblade wielder in the distant land of Scala ad Caelum.

- Arm yourself with a deck of 30 cards and engage in thrilling, strategic battles that test your skill and reflexes! - A refined and streamlined leveling system lets you grow stronger even in auto-mode! - Defeat your enemies and uncover the secrets of Xehanort's past!

Enjoy intuitive and strategic combat as you tap and flick to victory and master the abilities of your cards! Level up hands-free with auto-mode battles, and then go all out in intense boss battles as you unlock new stories, missions, and complete your collection!

-------------------------------------------- KINGDOM HEARTS Union χ[Cross] Adventure across Disney worlds in a story all your own --------------------------------------------

The KINGDOM HEARTS story begins here. Become the hero of your own tale as you adventure across beloved worlds and experience a story like none other!

- Fight alongside an all-star cast of Disney and FINAL FANTASY characters! - Play solo or with up to 6 friends in real-time multiplayer quests! - Express yourself with customizable avatars!

Tap and swipe to execute mighty attacks! Equip character Medals featuring beloved characters to call on their strength in battle! Customize your equipment and find new strategies to overcome fierce enemies!

The premise

Union χ Story Prior to the Keyblade War, Strelitzia, a member of the Dandelions selected to be one of the new Union leaders once the war ends, attempts to convince Player to join the Dandelions, Quest 726: Daybreak Town Heartless Hunt Pt. 1 but she was eliminated by an unknown individual, who then steals her rulebook and takes her place as Union leader. Quest 730: Target: Silver Hammer Frame Pt. 2

After being saved by Ephemer and Skuld following the conclusion of the Keyblade War, Player is brought to another realm, where the Dandelions have assembled, as per Ava's instructions. Upon entering this new realm, everyone loses all their memories of their previous world, with the exception of the five wielders chosen to become the new Union leaders.

Dark Road Story After leaving the island he calls home following an encounter with a mysterious figure, Xehanort now spends his days studying alongside his classmates to become a great Keyblade wielder. He has an extremely curious and inquisitive nature, though his indifferent manner might suggest otherwise.