Kingdom Hearts Games Ranked
This ranking considers story significance, gameplay mechanics, and overall impact within the series. Final Mix versions are generally preferred where available.
- 1. Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix
Peak combat, extensive content, and a fan-favorite narrative progression. Masterful execution of the series' core appeal.
- 2. Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep Final Mix
Compelling prequel storyline told through three unique perspectives, introducing the impactful Command Deck system.
- 3. Kingdom Hearts Final Mix
The groundbreaking original that masterfully blended Disney and Final Fantasy, establishing the series' heartfelt charm.
- 4. Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind DLC
Visually stunning conclusion to the Dark Seeker Saga with expansive worlds and refined combat, significantly improved by the Re Mind DLC.
- 5. Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance HD
Introduced innovative Flowmotion gameplay and crucial plot developments leading into KH3, with a unique dual-character system.
- 6. Kingdom Hearts 0.2 Birth by Sleep – A Fragmentary Passage
A short, graphically impressive prologue to KH3, providing a vital narrative link for Aqua and a taste of the new engine.
- 7. Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days
A poignant, character-driven story focusing on Roxas and Organization XIII, offering deep emotional insights despite original DS gameplay limitations.
- 8. Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories
An essential story bridge between KH1 and KH2 featuring a unique card-based combat system that offers strategic depth.
- 9. Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory
A rhythm-action celebration of the series' iconic soundtrack, offering a fun diversion with a small but significant story update at its conclusion.
- 10. Kingdom Hearts Re:coded
Primarily a recap with some enjoyable gameplay systems and level design experimentation, but generally less critical to the overarching plot.
