Kingdom Hearts

 PlayStation 2
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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1277 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 106 out of 1277
  3. Negative: 68 out of 1277
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  1. Jezuzo
    May 19, 2018
    10
    Un juegazo que no podía faltar en PS2. La historia es lo que más me gusta. Uno de los mejores de PS2 sin duda.
  2. Sakata
    Oct 6, 2018
    10
    One of the best games of the year of his release. It's delightful and fun to play, with a awesome conception.
  3. Miguelinform123
    Feb 4, 2019
    10
    Kingdom Hearts is a brilliant video game, the first part of one of the most beloved franchises of all time. Even though the camera in this game is awful and the Gummi ship it's a disaster, it's a great experience full of fun and emotional moments who will stay in the hearts of everyone who plays it for a long time... For me, all those emotional moments still really close in my heart. AKingdom Hearts is a brilliant video game, the first part of one of the most beloved franchises of all time. Even though the camera in this game is awful and the Gummi ship it's a disaster, it's a great experience full of fun and emotional moments who will stay in the hearts of everyone who plays it for a long time... For me, all those emotional moments still really close in my heart. A masterpiece that all gamers should play… Expand
  4. SamComedian
    Jan 20, 2019
    10
    Mi puntación a Kingdom Hearts es de 10, me explico:
    La duración es muy buena, si sólo te centras en la historia entre 30 y 40h dependiendo del jugador, en mi caso 44h y 07min ( sólo la historia ). Personajes memorables, la mayoría de ellos, sobre todo Sora que tiene que llevar todo el peso del juego. Jugablemente muy divertido y con comandos variados: ataques, magias, invocaciones, etc.    Mi puntación a Kingdom Hearts es de 10, me explico:
    La duración es muy buena, si sólo te centras en la historia entre 30 y 40h dependiendo del jugador, en mi caso 44h y 07min ( sólo la historia ). Personajes memorables, la mayoría de ellos, sobre todo Sora que tiene que llevar todo el peso del juego. Jugablemente muy divertido y con comandos variados: ataques, magias, invocaciones, etc. La trama va variando entre los diferentes mundos Disney que no son pocos. Un final épico y redondo. Una historia sobre encontrar a tus amigos que han caído a garras de la oscuridad. La banda sonora es perfecta. Por todo eso le pongo un 10 sobre 10 ( comparándola con juegos de su plataforma, PS2 ). Mi quinta crítica u/o review.    … Expand
  5. Omni-Sama
    Sep 17, 2019
    10
    Where It All Started!! The Beginning Of My Favorite Game franchise ( the greatest in my opinion)
  6. jared1209
    Sep 11, 2019
    10
    Mixing Disney with Final Fantasy proves to be a fantastic from the story, with fun game play
  7. Kingdomhear
    Dec 5, 2020
    10
    Un sogno ad occhi aperti...riesce a entrare nei cuori dei giocatori ...da giocare con il cuore !!!
  8. SporadicDeviant
    Mar 30, 2020
    10
    This is perhaps one the greatest games, that on paper sounds like it should've been a complete dumpster fire of the funniest variety. I mean who would've thought a crossover between Final Fantasy and Disney would ever work? Well not only does it work, in the case of Kingdom Hearts 1, it works phenomenally well.
    The story is epic in scale yet simple in it's storytelling. Unlike later    This is perhaps one the greatest games, that on paper sounds like it should've been a complete dumpster fire of the funniest variety. I mean who would've thought a crossover between Final Fantasy and Disney would ever work? Well not only does it work, in the case of Kingdom Hearts 1, it works phenomenally well.
    The story is epic in scale yet simple in it's storytelling. Unlike later games, the plot doesn't get bogged down with exposition and doesn't rely on references/callbacks that will leave you confused if you haven't played every spinoff in the series. The characters are allowed to be themselves and have their stories stand on their own. The plots of the Disney Worlds are integrated seamlessly with the main story, no world feels like filler or a glorified re-telling of the Disney movies. The dialogue is charming and the plot is engaging and never overbearing or convoluted.
    The music is phenomenal. Yoko Shimomura (composer of games like Parasite Eve and Super Mario RPG) is on top of her game with this soundtrack. Intense, atmospheric, and catchy as all get out. The is perhaps my favorite score that Shimomura has done.
    The gameplay is where Kingdom Hearts shines the brightest, especially compared to the other Kingdom Hearts games. Level design is not straight forward, you have to explore each world (some of which are maze-like) while doing some light puzzle solving and (admittedly clunky) platforming. Moment to moment gameplay is never dull since the gameplay doesn't boil down to walk, fight, walk, fight. Combat is surprisingly deep. While lacking the build options of latter games, the battle system Kingdom Hearts tests the player in ways the other games never bother to. No one strategy works all the time, you have to constantly gauge the enemy and think of a proper method of attack. It's not just relentless mashing of the X button while finishing with a drive transformation and/or finisher moves. This combined with a magic system that can actually be relied on as an alternative playstyle (Unlike KH2) as well as the implementation of Tech Points rewarding the player for learning how to counter/block various attacks as well as taking advantage of the enemy's weakness makes combat as engaging as it its challenging and fun. Unlike the sequels and spinoffs, Kingdom Hearts 1's combat system relies on substance over style.
    Kingdom Hearts 1 is not only my favorite Kingdom Hearts game, no competition, this game is perhaps one of my favorite JRPGS and possibly my favorite Action JRPG of all time.    … Expand
  9. ShinishiKudo
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    Wonderfull
    This is the start of one of my favourite series of all time.
    A great story connected with an woderfull open world.
  10. BRONYKING
    Jun 1, 2020
    10
    Absolutely breathtaking story! Great combat! Serious enough to embrace the Final Fantady side but goofy and wacky enough to truly embrace the Disney side!
  11. Vidabry
    Dec 31, 2020
    10
    Jogo incrível, uma mistura entre final fantasy e disney perfeita. Jogabilidade também bem inovadora pra época em que foi lançado.
  12. Lcfairy
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    The battles and storys amazing iv played this game so many times growing up. It really helped and to this day still helps when i play the game seires again and again to make me happy.
    I remember booting up my PS2 to listen to the opening song over many times.
    Sora and Riku are my favorite in this one.
    May they find each other again. And bring the worlds together as one.
  13. KenXaki
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Of course it's Kingdom Hearts!
  14. Endory
    Oct 10, 2020
    10
    Kingdom Hearts 1 is the first game of the series and is doing a great job in introducing the characters and the gameplay.

    Since it is really old nowadays, the controls are a bit clunky. But Kingdom Hearts is an experience which is mixing Disney and Square Enix in such a quality, that the experience is really worth it in my opinion. I enjoyed Kingdom Hearts 1 a lot. I recommend it to    Kingdom Hearts 1 is the first game of the series and is doing a great job in introducing the characters and the gameplay.

    Since it is really old nowadays, the controls are a bit clunky. But Kingdom Hearts is an experience which is mixing Disney and Square Enix in such a quality, that the experience is really worth it in my opinion. I enjoyed Kingdom Hearts 1 a lot.

    I recommend it to everyone who likes things like Action RPG's, Disney or Anime.
    You could also say that Kingdom Hearts is "Disney meets Anime".

    The game is also on Game Pass right now, so you can give it a shot if you have it. Also the collection "The Story so Far" for PS4 and Xbox One is a lot of content, which also includes KH1.    … Expand
  15. dottorfrizzino
    May 18, 2021
    10
    this game is a MASTERPIECE so iconic even today, ireally enjoyed the ps2 version even more on the 1.5 !
  16. thc-200
    Mar 18, 2021
    10
    Its **** awesome, I play this game since I have memory and ever I finish I love it more
  17. RenTheJoker
    Aug 29, 2022
    10
    Kingdom Hearts is one of the video games of all time. Don’t change my mind.
  18. ReviewsAreBS
    Feb 26, 2023
    10
    While combat mechanics aren’t very deep, the intricate level design and semi-coherent story make this the best in the series. The soundtrack and visuals are legendary, I don’t really need to say much more.

    It was the best use of Disney IPs in a video game when I first played it 20+ years ago and that remains true to this day.
  19. lizardkingg
    Jul 21, 2023
    10
    Easily one of the best PS2 games of all time. Great story, revolutionary gameplay, & incredibly creative blend of the Disney/Final Fantasy worlds.
  20. VLG
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    A game I will never forget. I loved this so much as a teen, every moment is ingrained in my memory.
  21. JakelC.
    Oct 8, 2002
    9
    This game is amazing! You do only have one attack during the beginning of the game but get more as you progress. It has good combat and some challenging things to find out how to do. Also a great storyline! A must see!
  22. MateusC.
    Sep 9, 2006
    9
    Very enjoyable action-RPG with lot of fighting and smashing enemies in pure action battles. The Disney worlds are superb with their characters and their charisma; The main characters are very well attractive: Sora, Kairi, Rikku resembling the Chrono Trigger unique characters. The camera isn't that all bad things people say I'm secure to afirm is very well executed and focusing Very enjoyable action-RPG with lot of fighting and smashing enemies in pure action battles. The Disney worlds are superb with their characters and their charisma; The main characters are very well attractive: Sora, Kairi, Rikku resembling the Chrono Trigger unique characters. The camera isn't that all bad things people say I'm secure to afirm is very well executed and focusing in battle system and exploration.… Expand
  23. AaronD.
    Dec 5, 2002
    9
    I was a little skeptic at first, I mean Square and Disney, but when I played it, my jaw dropped. Everything was perfect except for the following list: The platforming elements, no Square characters in your party EVER, not enough voice overs, and there is only two cinematics that are not done in real-time graphics. These brought the games score down a little, however, Kingdom Hearts is I was a little skeptic at first, I mean Square and Disney, but when I played it, my jaw dropped. Everything was perfect except for the following list: The platforming elements, no Square characters in your party EVER, not enough voice overs, and there is only two cinematics that are not done in real-time graphics. These brought the games score down a little, however, Kingdom Hearts is still one of my favorite games ever! … Expand
  24. SpokkerJ.
    Sep 20, 2002
    9
    The fact that it came out so well is astonishing.
  25. MarkL.
    Dec 1, 2003
    9
    My favourite RPG for the playstation 2 the characters are brilliant and the soundtrack is absolutley spot on.
  26. JonathanD.
    Jan 6, 2003
    9
    Unquestionably the game of the year. KH may have some pretty wussy Disney characters running around, but overall, it feels like a Square product. Don't let the fact that Sephiroth and Donald Duck are in the same game turn you off; aside from a sometimes ridiculously hard difficulty and a temperamental camera, KH is an amazing game. Buy it immediately.
  27. BonbonA.
    Aug 3, 2005
    9
    A perfect game with style. Has a very interesting story. I can't wait until Kingdom Hearts 2!!!
  28. ChuckW.
    Oct 20, 2002
    9
    This game is damn near perfect! The animation and look of the Disney characters are as loyal to the original 2D hand-drawn characters as possible. The summon animation for Genie alone is the perfect sign that the Square guys knew exactly what they were doing. I sat my friends down and showed them the character models shown in Jiminy Cricket's journal, and they were all amazed, and This game is damn near perfect! The animation and look of the Disney characters are as loyal to the original 2D hand-drawn characters as possible. The summon animation for Genie alone is the perfect sign that the Square guys knew exactly what they were doing. I sat my friends down and showed them the character models shown in Jiminy Cricket's journal, and they were all amazed, and then seeing the Halloweentown level... they all now want to buy a Playstation2 JUST so they can play this game for themselves. And the fact that Square and Disney brought back most of the original voice actors (most notably, James Woods reprising Hades, from Hercules) is exciting enough, but then to bring in talent like Haley Joel Osment, David Boreanaz, and so on, you have the BEST voicework in a videogame ever. I'm about halfway through the game, and I can't wait to FINALLY see the end of a Square game (I could never beat any of the Final Fantasy games, unfortunately). I'm positive that I will make it to the end, as the action-packed, real-time battles are a lot easier to command than the turn-based battles of Square's RPG series. I've been waiting for this game for well over a year, and I am so glad to find it was worth the wait.… Expand
  29. BrianK.
    Oct 31, 2002
    9
    This games rules baby! I have upmost respect for disney for collaborating with the greatest RPG gaming company of all time, the concept is slick the innovation is what makes the game, I love the levels its like reliving all my fav disney flicks, the voice acting is superb the graphics and animation are so good its like watching a disney movie sometimes! Only bad part is the camera, it sux This games rules baby! I have upmost respect for disney for collaborating with the greatest RPG gaming company of all time, the concept is slick the innovation is what makes the game, I love the levels its like reliving all my fav disney flicks, the voice acting is superb the graphics and animation are so good its like watching a disney movie sometimes! Only bad part is the camera, it sux and it makes jumpimg a pain in the ass, other than that I give it a 10, just darn good!… Expand
  30. FilazaferX
    Sep 25, 2002
    9
    This is a very cool game. The reviewers make a big deal about the camera problems, but they aren't that bad at all. This is a game where watching the cutscenes is even more fun than playing the game and I have never thought that about any other game, ever. You just want to see what happens next. Very addicting.
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Awards & Rankings

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#21 Best PS2 Game of 2002
2
#2 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2002
5
#5 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2002

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Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 46 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 43 out of 46
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 46
  3. Negative: 0 out of 46
  1. Game Informer
    95
    The battles that unfold are as beautful as they are intense, and as difficult as they are easy to manhandle. [Oct 2002, p.76]
  2. Play Magazine
    80
    To say that Kingdom Hearts is magical is an understatement. As cinematic experiences go, it's exquisite. It's not the finest in terms of action, but overall, it's wonderful. [Oct 2002, p.74]
  3. GameZone
    91
    Has a few flaws, but its unique character pairings and jaw-dropping graphics make this a remarkable RPG.
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