Square Enix haven't said much on 358/2 Days for ages, but today we finally get word that the game is scheduled for release this side of Christmas, and will be thrown in at the deep-end with an October 9th debut.

The new will be the first Kingdom Hearts title to offer action, and also tell us that the story will focus on Kingdom Hearts II hero Roxas.

"Kingdom Hearts goes from strength to strength," beams Square marketing big wig Larry Sparks.

"With Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days, we are delighted to be revisiting these wonderfully unique worlds and very excited about the addition of a multiplayer mode. I am sure fans will find this another thrilling and essential entry in the series."

More on this very soon.

By Luke Guttridge