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Kingdom Hearts II: Final Mix+ is a 2007 re-release of [[Kingdom Hearts II]], akin to [[Kingdom Hearts:Final Mix]]. It features new [[cutscene]]s, [[ability|abilities]], [[weapon]]s, [[enemies]], areas, and a new [[Drive form]] that resembles Sora's outfit In Kingdom Hearts. In addition, it is packaged with a second disc: [[Kingdom Hearts: re-Chain of Memories|Re:Chain of Memories]], a remake of the GBA game: [[Chain of Memories]] with new cards, cutsenes and minigames.
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Kingdom Hearts II: Final Mix+ is a 2007 re-release of ''[[Kingdom Hearts II]]'', akin to ''[[Kingdom Hearts: Final Mix]]''. It features new [[cutscene]]s, [[ability|abilities]], [[weapon]]s, [[enemies]], areas, and a new [[Drive form]] that resembles Sora's outfit in ''Kingdom Hearts''. In addition, it is packaged with a second disc: ''[[Kingdom Hearts: re-Chain of Memories|Re:Chain of Memories]]'', a remake of the GBA game: ''[[Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories]]'' with new cards, cutsenes and minigames.
   
[[Image:SLPM-66675.jpg|left|thumb|142px|Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix+]]
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[[Image:SLPM-66675.jpg|left|thumb|142px|''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix+'']]
   
 
==Announcement==
 
==Announcement==
   
Kingdom Hearts II: Final Mix had been rumored for some time in middle-late 2006. Though [[wikipedia:Tetsuya Nomura|Nomura]] did not confirm its development, he has stated that if a Final Mix version were to be created for other countries, he would use a "trump card".
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''Kingdom Hearts II: Final Mix'' had been rumored for some time in middle-late 2006. Though [[wikipedia:Tetsuya Nomura|Nomura]] did not confirm its development, he has stated that if a ''Final Mix'' version were to be created for other countries, he would use a "trump card".
   
In September 2006, Kingdom Hearts II: Final Mix was finally announced, along with Re:Chain of Memories, a Playstation 2 remake of Chain of Memories, with full 3-D rendering and voice acting. The two would be packed together, creating Kingdom Hearts II: Final Mix+.
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In September 2006, ''Kingdom Hearts II: Final Mix'' was finally announced, along with ''Re:Chain of Memories'', a Playstation 2 remake of ''Chain of Memories'', with full 3-D rendering and voice acting. The two would be packed together, creating ''Kingdom Hearts II: Final Mix+''.
   
The remake was released on March 29, 2007, hitting stores all across Japan. Currently no plans have been announced for release in the United States or other countries, despite the topic being popular across [[Kingdom Hearts]] related forums.
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The remake was released on March 29, 2007, hitting stores all across Japan. Currently no plans have been announced for release in the United States or other countries, despite the topic being popular across ''[[Kingdom Hearts]]''-related forums.
   
==Final Mix==
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==''Final Mix''==
 
''Kingdom Hearts II: Final Mix'' expands on the original ''[[Kingdom Hearts II]]'' with new features and plot elements.
 
''Kingdom Hearts II: Final Mix'' expands on the original ''[[Kingdom Hearts II]]'' with new features and plot elements.
   
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Scans of magazine articles and preview videos appeared on numerous websites in the weeks leading up to the game's release. They included additional scenes involving the three mysterious armored entities at the end of the ''Kingdom Hearts II'' secret ending. More recent screenshots showed one of these three in combat with [[Sora]], [[Donald]] and [[Goofy]]. The being, named [[Terra]] dubbed in the game as the ''[[Terra|Enigmatic Soldier]]'' or ''Enigmatic Warrior'' by many fans (referencing a secret boss of [[Kingdom Hearts Final Mix]], the [[Xemnas|Enigmatic Man]]), is a secret boss with an enormous amount of [[HP]]. The preview videos also indicated that battling [[Roxas]] will be possible, though the context of the duel is unknown. Square has also revealed that each member of [[Organization XIII]] can be challenged in a secret area of [[Hollow Bastion]] and fought independently of the storyline.
 
Scans of magazine articles and preview videos appeared on numerous websites in the weeks leading up to the game's release. They included additional scenes involving the three mysterious armored entities at the end of the ''Kingdom Hearts II'' secret ending. More recent screenshots showed one of these three in combat with [[Sora]], [[Donald]] and [[Goofy]]. The being, named [[Terra]] dubbed in the game as the ''[[Terra|Enigmatic Soldier]]'' or ''Enigmatic Warrior'' by many fans (referencing a secret boss of [[Kingdom Hearts Final Mix]], the [[Xemnas|Enigmatic Man]]), is a secret boss with an enormous amount of [[HP]]. The preview videos also indicated that battling [[Roxas]] will be possible, though the context of the duel is unknown. Square has also revealed that each member of [[Organization XIII]] can be challenged in a secret area of [[Hollow Bastion]] and fought independently of the storyline.
   
Voice-acting on ''Final Mix'' was announced to be mostly in English, with Japanese subtitles, like [[Kingdom Hearts: Final Mix]]. Several new scenes, however, use Japanese voice-acting.
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Voice-acting on ''Final Mix'' was announced to be mostly in English, with Japanese subtitles, like ''[[Kingdom Hearts: Final Mix]]''. Several new scenes, however, use Japanese voice-acting.
   
 
===New features===
 
===New features===
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*A "theater mode" - menus where previously viewed cutscenes can be rewatched with English and Japanese voices by pressing L2 and R2.
 
*A "theater mode" - menus where previously viewed cutscenes can be rewatched with English and Japanese voices by pressing L2 and R2.
   
*New cutscenes based from the Kingdom Hearts II novels were added: Some involving [[Roxas]], including scenes of him conversing with [[Axel]] in [[Twilight Town]] while wearing the Organization's signature black robes. There are also additional scenes of Roxas and [[Riku]], including shots of their second battle, where Riku takes on the form of [[Ansem, Seeker of Darkness|Xehanort's Heartless]], Namine leaving with Axel, and the Organization discussing their plans and commenting on incidents like Axel's death.
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*New cutscenes based from the Kingdom Hearts II novels were added: Some involving [[Roxas]], including scenes of him conversing with [[Axel]] in [[Twilight Town]] while wearing the Organization's signature black robes. There are also additional scenes of Roxas and [[Riku]], including shots of their second battle, where Riku takes on the form of [[Xehanort's Heartless]], Namine leaving with Axel, and the Organization discussing their plans and commenting on incidents like Axel's death.
   
 
*A new secret ending video titled ''[[Birth By Sleep]]'', featuring a number of new characters whose relation to the main series remains unexplained.
 
*A new secret ending video titled ''[[Birth By Sleep]]'', featuring a number of new characters whose relation to the main series remains unexplained.
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*A new Drive Form Called "Limit Form" Has Abilities From Kingdom Hearts.
 
*A new Drive Form Called "Limit Form" Has Abilities From Kingdom Hearts.
   
Secret features can be accessed in ''Final Mix'' by clearing [[Re:Chain of Memories]] first or Clearing "Final Mix" first then Re Chain Of Memories. Clearing ''Final Mix'' can also unlock secrets in Re:Chain of Memories it goes around.
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Secret features can be accessed in ''Final Mix'' by clearing ''[[Re:Chain of Memories]]'' first or Clearing "Final Mix" first then Re:Chain Of Memories. Clearing ''Final Mix'' can also unlock secrets in Re:Chain of Memories it goes around.
   
 
===Better Compatibility and The Truth===
 
===Better Compatibility and The Truth===
   
The only way to play Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix+ and Kingdom Hearts Final Mix on the U.S version of the PS2 is if you buy a Swap Magic, because Nomura said Final Mix games are only for Japan and the US.
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The only way to play ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix+'' and ''Kingdom Hearts: Final Mix'' on the U.S. version of the PS2 is to use a [[wikipedia:Swap Magic|Swap Magic]], because Nomura said Final Mix games are only for Japan and the U.S.
   
 
===Unlockables, Additions and Changes===
 
===Unlockables, Additions and Changes===
   
1.After the end you unlock the following:
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# After the end, the following is unlocked:
*You gain Theater Mode
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#* Theater Mode
*A new entry is added to Jiminy's Memo
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#* A new entry in Jiminy's Memo
*You can fight the Enigmatic Soldier
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#* Battle with the Enigmatic Soldier
2.You can fight "Absent Silhouettes" (Easy Version of Chain Of Memories Organization Member Data Battle)
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# Battle with the "Absent Silhouettes" (an easy version of the ''Chain of Memories'' Organization member Data Battle)
 
# A crown can appear on Sora's Head for defeating the following:
 
 
#* All Organization XIII Mushrooms Heartless (Bronze)
3.A crown can appear on Sora's Head for defeating the following:
 
 
#* All Data Battles (Silver)
*All Organization XIII Mushrooms Heartless (Bronze)
 
 
#* Enigmatic Soldier (Gold)
*All Data Battles (Silver)
 
 
# New enemy additions and data changes:
*Enigmatic Soldier (Gold)
 
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#* 20 new bosses
4.New enemy addition and data change:
 
*20 new bosses
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#* 12 new enemies
 
# New additions to Gummi Ships
*12 new enemies
 
 
# Puzzle Pieces can be found in each area for Piece Collection Mode
5.New additions to Gummi Ships
 
 
# Additional treasure chests and content changes
 
 
# Twilight Town changes:
6.Puzzle Pieces can be found in each area for Piece Collection Mode
 
 
#* Conditions to end the battle have been changed (either connect 100 hits, go below 30% health or battle for 90 seconds)
 
 
#* Addition of Limit Form Mirror
7.Additional treasure chests and content changes
 
 
#* Addition of Puzzle Piece Event
 
 
#* Limit Form can be obtained after you get Oathkeeper
8.Twilight Town Changes:
 
 
#* "Absent Silhouette" event added (Lexaeus)
*Conditions to end the battle have been changed [Either connect 100 hits,go below 30% health or battle for 90 seconds]
 
 
# Hollow Bastion (Raident Garden) changes:
*Addition of Limit Form Mirror
 
 
#* After the event with Sephiroth,a scene with Yuna and the Gullwings flying out of a hole in a castle wall is shown as an area
*Addition of Puzzle Piece Event
 
 
#* New Keyblade
*Limit Form can be obtained after you get Oathkeeper
 
 
#* New areas
*"Absent Silhouette" event added (Lexaeus)
 
 
# The Land Of Dragon Changes:
 
 
#* Value of "surprise attack" spirit gauge has been reduced
9.Hollow Bastion (Raident Garden) Changes:
 
 
#* Carts and boxes do not reappear after leaving the screen and returning (drive orbs are harder to obtain)
*After the event with Sephiroth,a scene with Yuna and the Gullwings flying out of a hole in a castle wall is shown as an area
 
 
# Beast's Castle changes:
*New Keyblade
 
 
#* Conditions to end battle in the Living Room have Changed [Either connect 100 hits,go below 30% health or battle for 90 seconds
*New Areas
 
 
#* Cogsworth gets tired more
 
 
#* "Absent Silhouette" event added (Marluxia)
10.The Land Of Dragon Changes:
 
 
# Olympus Coliseum Changes:
*Value of "surprise attack" spirit gauge has been reduced
 
 
#* "Absent Silhouette" Event added (Zexion)
*Carts and boxes don't reappear after leaving the screen and returning [so you can't get drive balls so easily]
 
 
#* Conditions to the end the battle with Pete changed (time limit increased to 2 minutes to 90 seconds{{clarify}})
11.Beast's Castle Changes:
 
 
# Disney Castle changes:
*Conditions to end battle in the Living Room have Changed [Either connect 100 hits,go below 30% health or battle for 90 seconds
 
 
#* Enemies do not drop prize box while protecting Minnie
*Cogsworth gets tired more
 
 
#* Mysterious Entrance appears (clear all Episodes except Underworld Tournaments and save clear data)
*"Absent Silhouette" event added (Marluxia)
 
 
# Timeless River changes:
12.Olympus Coliseum Changes:
 
 
#* Changes have been made to the 4 time windows battles
*"Absent Silhouette" Event added (Zexion)
 
 
# Agrabah changes:
*Conditions to the end the battle with Pete changed [time limit increased to 2 minutes to 90 seconds]
 
 
#* "Absent Silhoutette" event added (Vexen)
13.Disney Castle Changes:
 
 
#* Conditions to end battle in street have changed (either connect 100 hits, go below 30%, or battle for 90 seconds)
*Enemies don't drop prize box while protecting Minnie
 
 
#* A battle at the Sandswept Ruins has Changed (enemies do not drop prize boxes and the time to open the the switch has increased to 30 to 45 seconds{{clarify}})
*Mysterious Entrance Appears [Clear all Episodes except Underworld Tournaments and save clear data]
 
 
# Halloween Town changes:
14.Timeless River Changes:
 
 
#* New costumes and music in Christmas Town
*Changes have been made to the 4 time windows battles
 
 
# 100 Acre Wood changes:
15.Agrabah Changes:
 
 
#* Time for Episode 4 changed to 3 to 5 minutes
*"Absent Silhoutette" event added (Vexen)
 
 
#* Episode 5 rules have been changed
*Conditions to end battle in street have changed [Either connect 100 hits,go below 30%,or battle for 90 secons]
 
 
# The World That Never Was changes:
*A battle at the Sandswept Ruins has Changed [Enemies don't drop prize boxes and the time to open the the switch has increased to 30 to 45 seconds]
 
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#* Fight with Roxas
16.Halloween Town Changes:
 
 
#* New Keyblade
*New Costumes and Music in Christmas Town
 
 
# Addition of Critical Mode:
17.100 Acre Wood Changes:
 
 
#* Compared To Standard and Proud, enemies inflict as twice the damage, except for the Organization Mushrooms who inflict 1.25× the damage
*Time for Epesode 4 changed to 3 to 5 minutes
 
 
#* Abilities are learned near the beginning of the game: Reaction Up, Finish Rise, Draw, 2x Luck Up, MP Hastera and EXP Zero (they cannot be used until Roxas' 3rd day)
*Episode 5 rules have been changed
 
 
#* Roxas' initial AP is 50
18.The Word That Never Was Changes:
 
 
#* AP increases by increments of 3 instead of 2
*Roxas Must Be Fought against
 
 
#* Compared to Standard and Proud, HP and MP quantities from Bonus
*New Keyblade
 
 
#* Compared to Standard and Proud, EXP gained is three-quarters of the normal
19.Addition of Crital Mode:
 
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#* Save file displays "Critical Mode"
*Compared To Standard and Proud, enemies do as twice as damage, except for the Organization Mushrooms who do 1.25 damage
 
 
#* Unlocking the "[[Birth By Sleep]]" video is easier
*You Start The Game with abilities:Reaction Up, Finish Rise, Draw, 2x Luck Up, MP Hastera and EXP Zero (They Cannot be used until Roxas' 3rd day)
 
 
#* In the PS2 Browser screen, there is a symbol attached to the save data file on the memory card
*Roxas' Starting AP is 50
 
 
# Filling the Drive Gauge is easier (for instance, originally you got 1 1/3 of a bar of attacking bosses,but now you get 3/4{{clarifyme}})
*When Leveling up AP increases by 3 instead of 2
 
 
# Form level caps have changed by +2
*Compared to Standard and Proud, HP and MP quanties from Bonus
 
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# New weapons:
*Compared to Standard and Proud,EXP recevived is 3 quarters of the normal
 
 
#* Two Across - Strength = 5 - Defeat Roxas
*Save File shows up as "Critial Mode"
 
 
#* Winner's Proof - Strength = 5 - Complete ''all'' Organization Mushroom Heartless Challenges
*Getting The Birth By Sleep Movie is easier
 
 
#* Spells Relic+ - Necromancer Drop (1% chance)
*In the PS2 Browser screen,there is a symbol attached to the save data file on the memory card
 
 
#* Centurion and Centurion+ - Synthesized
 
 
#* Pleasure Mushroom, Pleasure Mushroom+, Precious Mushroom , Precious Mushroom+, Premium Mushroom - Odd number Organization Mushrooms Heartless drop
20.Filling the Drive Guage is easier (For instance,origionaly you got1 1/3 of a bar of attacking bosses,but now you get 3/4)
 
 
#* Akashic Record+ - Rune Master drop
 
 
#* Freeze Pride and Freaze Pride+ - Synthesized
21.Form level caps have changed by +2
 
 
#* Vexen's Sheild - Defeat Vexen
 
22.New Weapon additions:
 
*Two Across - Strength = 5 - Defeat Roxas
 
*Winner's Proof - Strength = 5 - Complete ALL Organization Mushroom Heartless Challenges
 
*Spells Relic+ - Necromancer Drop (1% chance)
 
*Centurion and Centurion+ - Synthesized
 
*Pleasure Mushroom, Pleasure Mushroom+, Precious Mushroom , Precious Mushroom+, Premium Mushroom - Odd number Organization Mushrooms Heartless drop
 
*Akashic Record+ - Rune Master drop
 
*Freeze Pride and Freaze Pride+ - Synthesized
 
*Vexen's Sheild - Defeat Vexen
 
   
 
==Link==
 
==Link==
 
[http://www.khforums.com/index.php?showtopic=40786 Scenario Mysteries Interview with Nomura]
 
[http://www.khforums.com/index.php?showtopic=40786 Scenario Mysteries Interview with Nomura]
 
   
 
==Video==
 
==Video==

Revision as of 02:56, 17 January 2008

Kingdom Hearts II: Final Mix+ is a 2007 re-release of Kingdom Hearts II, akin to Kingdom Hearts: Final Mix. It features new cutscenes, abilities, weapons, enemies, areas, and a new Drive form that resembles Sora's outfit in Kingdom Hearts. In addition, it is packaged with a second disc: Re:Chain of Memories, a remake of the GBA game: Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories with new cards, cutsenes and minigames.

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Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix+

Announcement

Kingdom Hearts II: Final Mix had been rumored for some time in middle-late 2006. Though Nomura did not confirm its development, he has stated that if a Final Mix version were to be created for other countries, he would use a "trump card".

In September 2006, Kingdom Hearts II: Final Mix was finally announced, along with Re:Chain of Memories, a Playstation 2 remake of Chain of Memories, with full 3-D rendering and voice acting. The two would be packed together, creating Kingdom Hearts II: Final Mix+.

The remake was released on March 29, 2007, hitting stores all across Japan. Currently no plans have been announced for release in the United States or other countries, despite the topic being popular across Kingdom Hearts-related forums.

Final Mix

Kingdom Hearts II: Final Mix expands on the original Kingdom Hearts II with new features and plot elements.

Initial previews and announcements

Scans of magazine articles and preview videos appeared on numerous websites in the weeks leading up to the game's release. They included additional scenes involving the three mysterious armored entities at the end of the Kingdom Hearts II secret ending. More recent screenshots showed one of these three in combat with Sora, Donald and Goofy. The being, named Terra dubbed in the game as the Enigmatic Soldier or Enigmatic Warrior by many fans (referencing a secret boss of Kingdom Hearts Final Mix, the Enigmatic Man), is a secret boss with an enormous amount of HP. The preview videos also indicated that battling Roxas will be possible, though the context of the duel is unknown. Square has also revealed that each member of Organization XIII can be challenged in a secret area of Hollow Bastion and fought independently of the storyline.

Voice-acting on Final Mix was announced to be mostly in English, with Japanese subtitles, like Kingdom Hearts: Final Mix. Several new scenes, however, use Japanese voice-acting.

New features

Some new features were confirmed by the game's release:

  • Zexion's weapon is revealed - a large book called a "lexicon", which he can use to trap his enemies in an alternate reality.
  • An area of Radiant Garden can be accessed that houses a simulation of battles with each member of Organization XIII. This is a separate feature from the secret battles with the Chain of Memories Organization members in that the simulation allows the player to repeat any battle with an Organization member as often as they like. The simulation features highly powered-up Organization members, similar to the level bonuses offered to enemies in the Hades Paradox Cup.
  • New weapons and accessories, including a replica of Lexaeus' tomahawk for Donald, a copy of Vexen's shield for Goofy, and a crown for Sora.
  • A "theater mode" - menus where previously viewed cutscenes can be rewatched with English and Japanese voices by pressing L2 and R2.
  • New cutscenes based from the Kingdom Hearts II novels were added: Some involving Roxas, including scenes of him conversing with Axel in Twilight Town while wearing the Organization's signature black robes. There are also additional scenes of Roxas and Riku, including shots of their second battle, where Riku takes on the form of Xehanort's Heartless, Namine leaving with Axel, and the Organization discussing their plans and commenting on incidents like Axel's death.
  • A new secret ending video titled Birth By Sleep, featuring a number of new characters whose relation to the main series remains unexplained.
  • A new Drive Form Called "Limit Form" Has Abilities From Kingdom Hearts.

Secret features can be accessed in Final Mix by clearing Re:Chain of Memories first or Clearing "Final Mix" first then Re:Chain Of Memories. Clearing Final Mix can also unlock secrets in Re:Chain of Memories it goes around.

Better Compatibility and The Truth

The only way to play Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix+ and Kingdom Hearts: Final Mix on the U.S. version of the PS2 is to use a Swap Magic, because Nomura said Final Mix games are only for Japan and the U.S.

Unlockables, Additions and Changes

  1. After the end, the following is unlocked:
    • Theater Mode
    • A new entry in Jiminy's Memo
    • Battle with the Enigmatic Soldier
  2. Battle with the "Absent Silhouettes" (an easy version of the Chain of Memories Organization member Data Battle)
  3. A crown can appear on Sora's Head for defeating the following:
    • All Organization XIII Mushrooms Heartless (Bronze)
    • All Data Battles (Silver)
    • Enigmatic Soldier (Gold)
  4. New enemy additions and data changes:
    • 20 new bosses
    • 12 new enemies
  5. New additions to Gummi Ships
  6. Puzzle Pieces can be found in each area for Piece Collection Mode
  7. Additional treasure chests and content changes
  8. Twilight Town changes:
    • Conditions to end the battle have been changed (either connect 100 hits, go below 30% health or battle for 90 seconds)
    • Addition of Limit Form Mirror
    • Addition of Puzzle Piece Event
    • Limit Form can be obtained after you get Oathkeeper
    • "Absent Silhouette" event added (Lexaeus)
  9. Hollow Bastion (Raident Garden) changes:
    • After the event with Sephiroth,a scene with Yuna and the Gullwings flying out of a hole in a castle wall is shown as an area
    • New Keyblade
    • New areas
  10. The Land Of Dragon Changes:
    • Value of "surprise attack" spirit gauge has been reduced
    • Carts and boxes do not reappear after leaving the screen and returning (drive orbs are harder to obtain)
  11. Beast's Castle changes:
    • Conditions to end battle in the Living Room have Changed [Either connect 100 hits,go below 30% health or battle for 90 seconds
    • Cogsworth gets tired more
    • "Absent Silhouette" event added (Marluxia)
  12. Olympus Coliseum Changes:
    • "Absent Silhouette" Event added (Zexion)
    • Conditions to the end the battle with Pete changed (time limit increased to 2 minutes to 90 secondsTemplate:Clarify)
  13. Disney Castle changes:
    • Enemies do not drop prize box while protecting Minnie
    • Mysterious Entrance appears (clear all Episodes except Underworld Tournaments and save clear data)
  14. Timeless River changes:
    • Changes have been made to the 4 time windows battles
  15. Agrabah changes:
    • "Absent Silhoutette" event added (Vexen)
    • Conditions to end battle in street have changed (either connect 100 hits, go below 30%, or battle for 90 seconds)
    • A battle at the Sandswept Ruins has Changed (enemies do not drop prize boxes and the time to open the the switch has increased to 30 to 45 secondsTemplate:Clarify)
  16. Halloween Town changes:
    • New costumes and music in Christmas Town
  17. 100 Acre Wood changes:
    • Time for Episode 4 changed to 3 to 5 minutes
    • Episode 5 rules have been changed
  18. The World That Never Was changes:
    • Fight with Roxas
    • New Keyblade
  19. Addition of Critical Mode:
    • Compared To Standard and Proud, enemies inflict as twice the damage, except for the Organization Mushrooms who inflict 1.25× the damage
    • Abilities are learned near the beginning of the game: Reaction Up, Finish Rise, Draw, 2x Luck Up, MP Hastera and EXP Zero (they cannot be used until Roxas' 3rd day)
    • Roxas' initial AP is 50
    • AP increases by increments of 3 instead of 2
    • Compared to Standard and Proud, HP and MP quantities from Bonus
    • Compared to Standard and Proud, EXP gained is three-quarters of the normal
    • Save file displays "Critical Mode"
    • Unlocking the "Birth By Sleep" video is easier
    • In the PS2 Browser screen, there is a symbol attached to the save data file on the memory card
  20. Filling the Drive Gauge is easier (for instance, originally you got 1 1/3 of a bar of attacking bosses,but now you get 3/4Template:Clarifyme)
  21. Form level caps have changed by +2
  22. New weapons:
    • Two Across - Strength = 5 - Defeat Roxas
    • Winner's Proof - Strength = 5 - Complete all Organization Mushroom Heartless Challenges
    • Spells Relic+ - Necromancer Drop (1% chance)
    • Centurion and Centurion+ - Synthesized
    • Pleasure Mushroom, Pleasure Mushroom+, Precious Mushroom , Precious Mushroom+, Premium Mushroom - Odd number Organization Mushrooms Heartless drop
    • Akashic Record+ - Rune Master drop
    • Freeze Pride and Freaze Pride+ - Synthesized
    • Vexen's Sheild - Defeat Vexen

Link

Scenario Mysteries Interview with Nomura

Video

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