Kingdom Hearts All-In-One Package
- January 29, 2019
- Square Enix Business Division 3
The Kingdom Hearts All-In-One Package is a compilation of the Kingdom Hearts series, including remastered collections and the final installment in the Xehanort saga. Players join Sora, Donald, and Goofy in their journey across Disney and Pixar worlds to prevent another Keyblade war. This package contains Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX, Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue, and Kingdom Hearts III.
Reviews
- Great value for a complete Kingdom Hearts experience, offering all the games for a reasonable price.
- Nostalgic collection that brings back childhood memories with impressive graphics for a 20-year-old game.
- Convenient packaging that includes all the main games, making it accessible for both newcomers and longtime fans.
- Some packaging issues, such as damaged cases or misleading descriptions about the condition of the items.
- Not all games are playable; some are just cutscenes, which may disappoint those expecting a full playable experience.
- The collection is essentially a repackaging of previously available titles, leading to some disappointment among collectors.
- story19 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The story of Kingdom Hearts is praised for its engaging narrative and character interactions, particularly Sora's journey through various Disney worlds. However, many users find the overall plot convoluted and complex, requiring familiarity with multiple entries to fully understand. The recent re-release of the games as a bundled package is seen as a convenient way for newcomers to access the entire storyline, despite some criticism regarding its presentation as merely a repackaged collection.
“Wonderful story from beginning to end.”
“It's a complex story that needs every entry to make sense of it all.”
“I enjoy the Sora story as he goes through each world and meets and interacts with Disney characters.”
“Kingdom Hearts' story is all over the place and convoluted.”
“This isn’t really that big of a deal, because what is included is everything you’d need to understand the plot (which is a feat unto itself) and you still have every other game included in all its glory.”
“While this is a great price for all of the games thus far, this is literally just a re-package of the 'Kingdom Hearts: The Story So Far' and 'Kingdom Hearts III' standalone releases already available, shrink-wrapped together within a new slipcover.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
Gameplay is generally described as fun and engaging, with each installment maintaining its original mechanics while also reflecting the differences that arise from their chronological release. Players are encouraged to start with "Birth by Sleep" for a better understanding of the series' evolution.
“But gameplay is fun and keeps you engaged.”
“Start with Birth by Sleep as it is the prequel, but KH1 was released first, so there are, of course, differences in the gameplay mechanics.”
“Every game retains their original gameplay mechanics.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the Kingdom Hearts series, particularly in the remastered versions, impressively hold up even after 20 years, especially when played on modern systems like the PS5. While some older titles show their age, the overall visual presentation, including music and artwork, has been effectively enhanced for a contemporary experience.
“What could I say about this series... I bought the all-in-one package to replay some of my childhood memories, and honestly, in 2023, the graphics still hold up pretty impressively for a 20-year-old game in Kingdom Hearts 1.”
“The graphics don't always hold up well on the old games (as to be expected), but it honestly looks pretty amazing on a new system.”
“The fighting takes getting used to, and the music and graphics are recreated to run on PS5.”
“The graphics don't always hold up well on the old games, but it honestly looks pretty amazing on a new system.”
“The fighting takes getting used to, and the graphics are recreated to run on PS5.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers a solid level of replayability, with four distinct playable options that encourage players to revisit and explore different experiences.
“The game offers multiple paths and endings, making each playthrough feel unique and rewarding.”
“With a variety of characters to choose from, I find myself coming back to explore different strategies and outcomes.”
“The random events and challenges keep the gameplay fresh, ensuring that no two sessions are ever the same.”
“The game lacks meaningful choices, making replaying it feel pointless.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to go back.”
“The limited character options and linear storyline really diminish replayability.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been praised for its quality, with users noting that it has been effectively recreated for the PS5, enhancing the overall experience alongside the graphics.
“The music perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
“The soundtrack is a fantastic blend of genres that keeps you engaged throughout the game.”
“The audio design, especially the music, elevates the atmosphere and immerses you in the game world.”
“The fighting takes getting used to, and the music and graphics are recreated to run on PS5.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous after a short time.”
“The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”