A voice actor from Kingdom Hearts 4 drops new information about the project

- April 22, 2026
- Updated: April 22, 2026 at 3:10 PM

The highly anticipated Kingdom Hearts 4 was confirmed in 2022, but since then, Square Enix has maintained a prolonged silence regarding the game’s development. The last significant update dates back to May of last year, when some screenshots were shared, ending a three-year drought of information. Fans have been eager for news, but are now only fueled by small hints and speculation.
Kingdom Hearts 4 could be closer than we think
Recently, actor James Woods, known for voicing Hades since the first installment of the game and the animated movie Hercules, posted a somewhat ambiguous tweet that has sparked speculation. In it, he mentioned that he had finished recording something new, which some fans have interpreted as a possible connection to Kingdom Hearts 4. However, this statement lacks concrete details.
It is important to warn the community that, while Woods’ comment may suggest that the work is progressing, there is no clear evidence to support it. For now, the information remains vague and Square Enix has avoided providing clarifications on the matter. The director Tetsuya Nomura himself has indicated that more significant updates could be expected until next year.
The previous experience of Kingdom Hearts fans reminds them that they have been here before: in November, a simple image of Haley Joel Osment, the voice of Sora, sparked speculation that led to no real news. With this in mind, followers are advised to temper their expectations and seek alternatives in other JRPGs while waiting for updates. Hopes for Kingdom Hearts 4 remain alive, but patience will be key.
Cultural journalist and writer with a special interest in audiovisuals and everything that can be played. I'm not here to talk about my books, but you can always ask me about them if you're curious.
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