How to Start Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue

Quick answer

Start by playing Kingdom Hearts Dream Drop Distance first for story context, then explore the cinematic 0.2 Birth by Sleep fragment. Skip the back cover movie until you finish the main game if you prefer a linear story.

Step-by-step guide to get started

1. 1. Choose the right starting point: Open the game and select 'Kingdom Hearts Dream Drop Distance HD' from the main menu. This is the longest and most story-heavy entry, providing context for the other two pieces. Common mistake: jumping into the Back Cover movie first, which spoils events and assumes you know the characters. Start with Dream Drop Distance for a coherent narrative.
2. 2. Play Kingdom Hearts 0.2 Birth by Sleep - A fragmentary passage: After finishing Dream Drop Distance, select the second option. This is a short (2-3 hour) episode that sets up the beginning of Kingdom Hearts III. It features different gameplay mechanics and is more action-focused. Common mistake: expecting a full game; it's a taste of what's to come. Treat this as a prologue demo, not a full title.
3. 3. Watch Kingdom Hearts χ Back Cover: Finally, view the movie from the main menu. It ties together lore from the mobile game and explains the Foretellers. Common mistake: skipping it entirely, which means missing crucial backstory for Kingdom Hearts III. Watch it last to avoid spoilers for the main game.
4. 4. Check for cloud version warnings: If you purchased the Cloud Version previously, note that this Switch 2 release is a native port. The game description warns: 'Players who own KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue Cloud Version are eligible for a…' (check your account for upgrade details). Common mistake: buying the same content twice if you already own the cloud version. Verify your purchase history before buying.

Product details

• KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue: Three key adventures unite, paving the way for KINGDOM HEARTS III. This means the collection is designed as a prologue, so playing it in the right order helps you understand the story going into Kingdom Hearts III.