Return to the Magical Realm of Kingdom Hearts on September 7, 2010

Square Enix, Inc. announced today that KINGDOM HEARTS Birth by Sleep will be
available at North American retailers on September 7, 2010. KINGDOM HEARTS Birth
by Sleep brings to life unexplored worlds from everyone’s favorite Disney
stories, and will be appearing exclusively on the PSP.

A prequel to the mega-hit series, this pivotal installment takes players back
to the beginnings of the KINGDOM HEARTS saga, long before Sora was chosen by his
Keyblade. Players will explore iconic Disney worlds in a unique gaming
experience that unfolds through the perspectives of three different main
characters: Terra, Ventus and Aqua. Their journeys will take them through
Sleeping Beauty’s Enchanted Dominion, the Dwarf Woodlands from Snow White and
the Seven Dwarfs and Deep Space from Lilo & Stitch. Additionally, KINGDOM HEARTS
Birth by Sleep includes four all-new multiplayer modes that allow players to
enjoy the action with their friends.

KINGDOM HEARTS Birth by Sleep is being brought to life through voice talents
including Mark Hamill, Willa Holland, Jesse McCartney, Leonard Nimoy and James
Woods. With an enhanced and action-packed battle system accompanied by stellar
performances from pop-culture icons, KINGDOM HEARTS Birth by Sleep continues to
push the franchise forward.

In celebration of the game’s launch, Square Enix and Sony Computer
Entertainment America, LLC are introducing a limited edition KINGDOM HEARTS
Birth by Sleep PSP Entertainment Pack, which brings together the stunning
visuals of KINGDOM HEARTS Birth by Sleep and the robust portable gaming
experience only possible on the PSP system. Available in North America, this
GameStop exclusive bundle will include a “Mystic Silver” PSP-3000 system,
KINGDOM HEARTS Birth by Sleep on UMD (Universal Media Disc), a movie (title to
be announced; movie content will not be related to KINGDOM HEARTS series.) as
well as a 4GB Memory Stick PRO Duo™.

“The entire development team is extremely happy to announce the North
American release date for KINGDOM HEARTS Birth by Sleep,” said Tetsuya Nomura,
director of the KINGDOM HEARTS series. “We hate to keep fans waiting, but we’ve
added some brand-new features for the North American version, so even those who
have been following the Japanese version are sure to find a few surprises. In
addition, we’ve put together an outstanding voice cast. We can’t wait for
everyone to experience this game!”

With more than 14 million copies shipped worldwide, KINGDOM HEARTS is one of
the most beloved video game series. Discover the origins of its captivating
story on September 7, with KINGDOM HEARTS Birth by Sleep.

Story

Long before Sora was chosen by his Keyblade, the worlds’ safety lay in the
hands of true Keyblade Masters.

Three youths — Terra, Ventus, and Aqua — have been training long and hard
under Master Eraqus to prove that they, too, exhibit the Mark of Mastery.

But they will soon find themselves in the middle of a crisis affecting worlds
far beyond their own — just as another Keyblade Master, Xehanort, goes
mysteriously missing.

Three friends, three destinies. Everything will link back to the beginning.

Features

  • An essential piece to the KINGDOM HEARTS series arrives on the PSP system:
    From world-renowned creator and character designer Tetsuya Nomura comes the
    latest installment in the beloved KINGDOM HEARTS series. The vibrant and
    colorful KINGDOM HEARTS world comes to life in 16:9 widescreen presentation,
    through stunning graphics made possible by the PSP system hardware.
  • Disney worlds and characters new to the KINGDOM HEARTS series: Disney
    worlds and characters never before seen in KINGDOM HEARTS, such as Enchanted
    Dominion (Sleeping Beauty) and Castle of Dreams (Cinderella) will make their
    first appearances in KINGDOM HEARTS Birth by Sleep.
  • Three distinct gaming experiences through the eyes of three protagonists:
    Unravel the mystery surrounding the origin of the KINGDOM HEARTS saga through
    the tales of three unique characters—Terra, Ventus and Aqua. The whole story
    is revealed only after playing through with all three characters.
  • An action-packed combat system with intuitive controls: The familiar
    action-packed experience that KINGDOM HEARTS fans have come to embrace returns
    with an enhanced battle system and all-new features such as Command Styles,
    Command Decks, Shotlocks and Dimension Links. KINGDOM HEARTS Birth by Sleep is
    the most advanced KINGDOM HEARTS title to date.
  • Four exciting multiplayer modes: Experience the excitement and fun with
    your friends with four brand-new multiplayer modes: Versus Mode, Arena Mode,
    Command Board and Rumble Racing.
  • New game features: The North American release will include a number of new
    features including an extra boss, additional multiplayer options, and Crown
    Stickers: a reward system where players earn prizes by collecting and placing
    stickers into an album.
  • An outstanding voice cast: KINGDOM HEARTS fans will surely be in for one
    unforgettable experience, thanks to an impressive voice cast featuring the
    talents of Mark Hamill, Willa Holland, Jesse McCartney, Leonard Nimoy and
    James Woods, among others.

KINGDOM HEARTS Birth by Sleep is rated E10+ (Everyone 10 and older). Please
visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) website at
www.esrb.org for more information about
ratings. KINGDOM HEARTS Birth by Sleep will be available for the PSP system at
North American retailers nationwide for the suggested retail price of $39.99.

The official website can be found at
http://na.square-enix.com/khbbs.