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'''''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix''''' is a Japanese reissue of ''[[Kingdom Hearts II]]'' that uses primarily English voice acting with Japanese text, subtitles and controls, as well as bonus content. The PlayStation 2 version of it is exclusive to Japan and was released as a part of ''[[Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix+]]'' compilation, along with ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories]]''.
'''''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix''''' is a Japanese reissue of ''[[Kingdom Hearts II]]'' that uses primarily English voice acting with Japanese text, subtitles and controls, as well as bonus content. The PlayStation 2 version of it is exclusive to Japan and was released as a part of ''[[Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix+]]'' compilation, along with ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories]]''.


The game was remastered in HD and released outside of Japan for the first time as part of ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX]]'' on PlayStation 3. It was later released on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC as part of ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX]]''.
The game was remastered in HD and released outside of Japan for the first time as part of ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX]]'' on PlayStation 3. It was later released on PlayStation 4 as part of the ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX]]''.


==Development==
==Announcement==
''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' was rumored in middle-late 2006. Due to the first game receiving the ''Final Mix'' treatment, it was speculated that the same would happen to its sequel. During an interview with {{w|wikipedia|Weekly Shōnen Jump}}, {{w|Tetsuya Nomura|Nomura}} did not confirm its development, but he did state that if a ''Final Mix'' version were to be created, he would use a "trump card". He was also considering an international release, but no definite plans were in place.
''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' was rumored in middle-late 2006. Though {{w|Tetsuya Nomura|Nomura}} did not confirm its development, he stated that if a ''Final Mix'' version were to be created for other countries, he would use a "trump card".


Much like the previous installment, the default language is English with Japanese subtitles. However, the new scenes were also dubbed in Japanese due to most of the new scenes featuring Organization members that have previously never been voiced. The song [[Sanctuary]] also replaced [[Passion]] as the official theme of the game.
In September 2006, ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' was finally announced, and released on March 29, 2007, hitting stores all across Japan. No official plans were announced for release in the United States or other countries, despite the topic being popular across ''{{c|Kingdom Hearts|series}}''-related forums. There were rumors of a fall 2008 release in EGM magazine and 1up.com, although this did not pan out. The director of the ''Kingdom Hearts'' series, Tetsuya Nomura, has quoted, "The ''Final Mix'' games are only Japanese exclusives. In due time, I may release a ''Final Mix'' into other countries, but ''Kingdom Hearts Final Mix'' and ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' are not my choice."


In September 2006, ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' was finally announced, and released on March 29, 2007, hitting stores all across Japan. No release in the United States or other countries was announced, despite the topic being popular across ''{{c|Kingdom Hearts|series}}''-related forums. There were rumors of a fall 2008 release in EGM magazine and 1up.com, although this did not pan out. The director of the ''Kingdom Hearts'' series, Tetsuya Nomura, has quoted, "The ''Final Mix'' games are only Japanese exclusives. In due time, I may release a ''Final Mix'' into other countries, but ''Kingdom Hearts Final Mix'' and ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' are not my choice."
''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' and ''Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories'' are also notable for being the final games Tetsuya Nomura made for the PlayStation 2.


''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' and ''Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories'' are also notable for being the final games Tetsuya Nomura made for the PlayStation 2. They were initially bundled together as part of ''[[Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix+]]''.
''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' was announced to be part of ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX]]'', which also includes ''[[Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep Final Mix]]'' and a cutscene-oriented ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:coded]]'', all remastered in HD. It was released October 2 of 2014 in Japan and December 2 in North America.


==Changes==
==Changes==
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====Features====
====Features====
*A new difficulty mode called Critical Mode.
*A new difficulty mode called Critical Mode.
**Compared to Standard, enemies inflict twice the damage.
**Except for the Mushroom XIII, damage dealt to enemies is 1.25× compared to Standard Mode.
**Several abilities are granted on the third day (Reaction Boost, Finishing Plus, Draw, 2x Lucky Lucky, MP Hastera and No Experience).
**Roxas's initial {{AP}} is 50.
**AP increases by increments of 3 instead of 2.
**Compared to Standard and Proud, HP and [[MP]] quantities from Bonus Levels are halved (Sora only gets 60 HP instead of 120 HP).
**Compared to Standard and Proud, EXP gained is three-quarters of the normal amount.
**Save file displays "Critical Mode".
**Unlocking the "Birth by sleep" video just requires winning the Gold Crown.
**In the PS2 Browser screen, there is a symbol attached to the save data file on the memory card.
*A new [[Drive Form]] called "[[Limit Form]]" has abilities from ''Kingdom Hearts'' and ''Kingdom Hearts Final Mix'', and also bears resemblance to Sora's outfit from the original game.
*A new [[Drive Form]] called "[[Limit Form]]" has abilities from ''Kingdom Hearts'' and ''Kingdom Hearts Final Mix'', and also bears resemblance to Sora's outfit from the original game.
*Filling the [[Drive Gauge]] is easier and the maximum level for the Drive Gauge has increased from seven to nine.
*A new mini-game called [[Puzzle]], which unlocks special items.
*A new mini-game called [[Puzzle]], which unlocks special items.
*New abilities:
**Action abilities: [[Flash Step]], [[Vicinity Break]], [[Aerial Dive]], [[Magnet Burst]], {{c|Auto Limit|action ability}}, [[Sonic Rave]], [[Last Arcanum]], [[Strike Raid]], {{c|Infinity|Limit}}, [[Zantetsuken]], [[Ripple Drive]], [[Hurricane Period]], [[Zantetsu Counter]], [[Reflect Combo]]
**Growth abilities: [[Dodge Roll]]
**Support abilities: [[HP Gain]], [[Light & Darkness]], [[Combo Master]], [[Drive Converter]], [[Damage Control]], [[Protect]], [[Protectra]], [[Protectga]], [[No Experience]]
*New weapons:
**Keyblades: [[Winner's Proof]], [[Two Become One]]
**Staves: [[Spell's Relic+]], [[Centurion]] and [[Centurion+]], [[Plain Mushroom]] and [[Plain Mushroom+]], [[Precious Mushroom]] and [[Precious Mushroom+]], [[Premium Mushroom]]
**Shields: [[Akashic Record+]], [[Frozen Pride]] and [[Frozen Pride+]], [[Joyous Mushroom]] and [[Joyous Mushroom+]], [[Majestic Mushroom]] and [[Majestic Mushroom+]], [[Ultimate Mushroom]]
*New armor:
**[[Grand Ribbon]], [[Shock Charm]] and [[Shock Charm+]]
*New accessories:
**[[Executive's Ring]], [[Shadow Archive]] and [[Shadow Archive+]], [[Full Bloom]] and [[Full Bloom+]]
* [[Sweet Memories]] has Drive Converter as an ability instead of Lucky Lucky and has altered stats.
* [[Lucky Ring]]s can be synthesized now.
* Scan is not a level up ability and is instead a Get Bonus for beating Axel the first time.
* The order for some abilities from Get Bonuses have also been changed around. For example, Finishing Leap is received instead of Explosion after Volcano and Blizzard Lord, and Explosion is obtained after the Solar Sailer fight.


====Storyline====
====Storyline====
*New cutscenes based on the ''Kingdom Hearts II'' novels were added and are nearly 30 minutes combined;  
*New cutscenes based on the ''Kingdom Hearts II'' novels were added; some involve [[Roxas]], including scenes of him conversing with [[Axel]] in [[Twilight Town]] while wearing the [[Organization XIII|Organization's]] signature black coat. 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]], [[Naminé]] leaving with Axel, Riku and Sora talking before they battle 2nd Armored Xemnas, Xigbar and Zexion talking about Xemnas, and the Organization discussing their plans and commenting on incidents like Axel's death.
** On the end of Day 4, Axel pleads with the Organization to not have to defeat Roxas, but is threatened to comply.
*In the English audio track, all of the new cutscenes are voiced in Japanese during the initial playthrough, they are silenced when viewed in theater mode and only the Japanese subtitles can allow one make out what the conversation is about. All scenes have full voicing for the Japanese audio track.
** When Sora leaves the train at Twilight Town, Riku lets Axel and Naminé leave at Sunset Hill.
** When Sora discover Organization XIII in Hollow Bastion, the Organization discusses Sora.
** When Sora seals the Keyhole in Twilight Town, Saïx talks about manipulating Sora to Xemnas.
** During the Heartless invasion in Hollow Bastion, Xemnas enters a room in the computer room. Xemnas thinks about a memory in which his original self (Xehanort) talked to Ansem the Wise. Xemnas looks at Aqua's armor and calls it "friend".
** Immediately after the cutscene above, there is a flashback where in their castle, Xigbar and Zexion talk about Xemnas.
** After the Hollow Bastion invasion is over, the Organization talks about Sora's progress.
** When Axel dies, the Organization discusses his death.
** When Sora defeats Roxas, a flashback of Roxas being named by Xemnas is shown.
** After the cutscene above, there is a spiritual encounter between Roxas and Axel, discussing whether they have hearts before they say goodbye for the last time.
** When Saïx is defeated, when Riku talks about Roxas, there is a flashback fight scene where Riku takes on the form of Ansem, Seeker of Darkness.
** Riku and Sora talk about thanking Naminé before they battle 2nd Armored Xemnas
*All of the new cutscenes are fully voiced in Japanese. If viewed with English audio in Theater Mode, all characters are voiceless and dialogue is conveyed through subtitles.
*[[Zexion]]'s weapon is revealed, a large book called a "[[Book of Retribution|Lexicon]]", which he can use to trap his enemies in an alternate reality.
*[[Zexion]]'s weapon is revealed, a large book called a "[[Book of Retribution|Lexicon]]", which he can use to trap his enemies in an alternate reality.
*Character models for [[Removed content#Buzz Lightyear and Woody summons|Buzz Lightyear and Woody]] from ''{{w|Toy Story}}'' are present in the game data of ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'', but are unused.
*Character models for [[Removed content#Buzz Lightyear and Woody summons|Buzz Lightyear and Woody]] from ''{{w|Toy Story}}'' are present in the game data of ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'', but were unused.
*The order in which the [[Secret Ansem Reports]] are obtained matches the order in the international release rather than the Japanese release.


====Battles====
====Battles====
*All members of the [[Organization XIII]] can now be fought throughout the story. [[Roxas]]'s battle with Sora at the [[Station of Awakening]] is now a playable, mandatory battle, while the remaining members can be fought through the optional [[Absent Silhouette]] sidequest, which also unlocks their journal entry. All thirteen members can be refought at any time at the [[Garden of Assemblage]] within the Cavern of Remembrance, where they are significantly stronger than before.
*All members of the [[Organization XIII]] can now be fought throughout the story. [[Roxas]]'s battle with Sora at the [[Station of Awakening]] is now a playable, mandatory battle, while the remaining members can be fought through the optional [[Absent Silhouette]] sidequest, which also unlocks their journal entry. All thirteen members can be refought at any time at the [[Garden of Assemblage]] within the Cavern of Remembrance, where they are significantly stronger than before.
*The [[Lingering Will]] appears at [[Disney Castle]] after the game is completed as an optional boss battle.
*The [[Lingering Will]] appears at [[Disney Castle]] after the game is completed as an optional superboss similar to the [[Game:Xemnas|Unknown]] in ''Kingdom Hearts Final Mix''.
*The [[Mushroom XIII]] appear across the worlds after certain episodes are completed as optional bosses similar to the various Mushroom Heartless in ''Kingdom Hearts''.
*The [[Mushroom XIII]] appear across the worlds after certain episodes are completed as optional bosses similar to the various Mushroom Heartless in ''Kingdom Hearts''.


====Bonuses====
====Bonuses====
*"[[Theater Mode]]" - a menu where previously viewed cutscenes can be watched again with either English or Japanese voices by pressing {{button|L2}} and {{button|R2}}. A cleared ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories]]'' save file is required to view the scenes in Japanese.
*"[[Theater Mode]]" - a menu where previously viewed cutscenes can be watched again with either English or Japanese voices by pressing {{button|L2}} and {{button|R2}}.
*A new secret ending video titled "{{c|Birth by Sleep|video}}", a teaser for ''[[Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep]]''.
*A new secret ending video titled "{{c|Birth by Sleep|video}}", a teaser for ''[[Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep]]''.
*A [[Proof|Crown]], Bronze, Silver or Gold, can appear on Sora's head for defeating the following in any order:
*Secret features can be accessed in ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' by clearing ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories]]'', and vice versa.
**All [[Mushroom XIII]] Heartless
#Roxas's story is expanded in ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'', including his fight with Riku.
**[[Organization XIII's Replica Data|All Replica Data]]
#A [[Proof|Crown]], Bronze, Silver or Gold, can appear on Sora's head for defeating the following in any order:
**[[Lingering Will]]
#*All [[Mushroom XIII]] Heartless
 
#*[[Organization XIII's Replica Data|All Replica Data]]
===Changes in worlds===
#*[[Lingering Will]]
*Many chests throughout the worlds which contained restorative items in the original game now hold synthesis materials.
#[[Twilight Town]] Changes:
*[[Twilight Town]] changes:
#*Conditions to end the battle in front of the station have changed (either connect 100 hits, go below 30% HP, or battle for ninety seconds).
**Conditions to end the battle in front of the station have changed (either connect 100 hits, go below 30% HP, or battle for ninety seconds).
#*Addition of Limit Form Mirror in the [[Mysterious Tower]].
**Addition of Limit Form Mirror in the [[Mysterious Tower]].
#[[Hollow Bastion]] Changes:
*[[Hollow Bastion]] changes:
#*After the event scene with Sephiroth, a scene with Yuna, Rikku and Paine flying out of a hole in the castle wall is shown. This hole leads to a new area called the [[Cavern of Remembrance]].
**After the event scene with Sephiroth, a scene with Yuna, Rikku and Paine flying out of a hole in the castle wall is shown. This hole leads to a new area called the [[Cavern of Remembrance]].
#[[The Land of Dragons]] Changes:
*[[The Land of Dragons]] changes:
#*The morale gauge depletes at quicker intervals requiring Sora to finish the missions faster.
**The morale gauge depletes at quicker intervals requiring Sora to finish the missions faster.
#*Value of "surprise attack" spirit gauge has been reduced.
**Value of "surprise attack" spirit gauge has been reduced.
#*Carts and rockets no longer reappear immediately after leaving the screen and returning.
**Carts and rockets no longer reappear immediately after leaving the screen and returning.
#[[Beast's Castle]] Changes:
*[[Beast's Castle]] changes:
#*Conditions to end the battle in the Living Room have changed (either connect 100 hits, go below 30% HP, or battle for ninety seconds).
**Conditions to end the battle in the Living Room have changed (either connect 100 hits, go below 30% HP, or battle for ninety seconds).
#*Cogsworth's stamina depletes at a faster rate.
**Cogsworth's stamina depletes at a faster rate.
#[[Olympus Coliseum]] Changes:
*[[Olympus Coliseum]] changes:
#*The time limit for which Sora must defeat Pete while protecting Megara, has changed from 2 minutes to ninety seconds.
**There's an additional scene after defeating the water forms where Demyx explains the newly added Absent Silhouettes to Sora.
#[[Disney Castle]] changes:
**The time limit for which Sora must defeat Pete while protecting Megara, has changed from 2 minutes to ninety seconds.
#*Enemies do not drop prize boxes while protecting Minnie.
*[[Disney Castle]] changes:
#[[Timeless River]] changes:
**Enemies do not drop prize boxes while protecting Minnie.
#*Changes have been made to the four time window battles.
*[[Timeless River]] changes:
#[[Agrabah]] changes:
**Changes have been made to the four time window battles.
#*Conditions to end the battle in the street have changed (either connect 100 hits, go below 30% HP, or battle for ninety seconds).
*[[Agrabah]] changes:
#*The battle at the Sandswept Ruins has changed (enemies do not drop prize boxes and the time to activate the switches after examining the monument has increased from thirty to forty-five seconds).
**Conditions to end the battle in the street have changed (either connect 100 hits, go below 30% HP, or battle for ninety seconds).
#[[Halloween Town]] changes:
**The battle at the Sandswept Ruins has changed (enemies do not drop prize boxes and the time to activate the switches after examining the monument has increased from thirty to forty-five seconds).
#*New costumes and music in Christmas Town.
*[[Halloween Town]] changes:
#[[100 Acre Wood]] changes:
**New costumes and music in Christmas Town.
#*Time for Episode 4 changed from three to five minutes.
*[[100 Acre Wood]] changes:
#*Episode 5 rules have been changed.
**Time for Episode 4 changed from three to five minutes.
#*Drive Forms are available in minigames.
**Episode 5 rules have been changed.
#[[The World That Never Was]] changes:
**Drive Forms are available in minigames.
#*[[Xigbar]] changes his gun movement when attempting to snipe Sora from above.
*[[The World That Never Was]] changes:
#Addition of Critical Mode:
**[[Xigbar]] changes his gun movement when attempting to snipe Sora from above.
#*Compared To Standard and Proud, enemies inflict twice the damage, except for the Mushroom XIII who inflict 1.25x the damage.
#*Several abilities are granted on the third day (Reaction Boost, Finishing Plus, Draw, 2x Lucky Lucky, MP Hastera and EXP Zero).
#*Roxas's initial {{AP}} is 50.
#*AP increases by increments of 3 instead of 2.
#*Compared to Standard and Proud, HP and [[MP]] quantities from Bonus Levels are halved (Sora only gets 60 HP instead of 120 HP).
#*Compared to Standard and Proud, EXP gained is three-quarters of the normal amount.
#*Save file displays "Critical Mode".
#*Unlocking the "Birth by sleep" video just requires winning the Gold Crown.
#*In the PS2 Browser screen, there is a symbol attached to the save data file on the memory card.
#Filling the [[Drive Gauge]] is easier and the maximum level for the Drive Gauge has increased from seven to nine.
#New weapons and accessories:
#*[[Winner's Proof]]
#*[[Executive's Ring]]
#*[[Grand Ribbon]]
#*[[Spell's Relic+]]
#*[[Akashic Record+]]
#*[[Frozen Pride]] and [[Frozen Pride+]]
#*[[Centurion]] and [[Centurion+]]
#*[[Shadow Archive]] and [[Shadow Archive+]]
#*[[Full Bloom]] and [[Full Bloom+]]
#*[[Shock Charm]] and [[Shock Charm+]]
#*[[Two Become One]]
#*[[Plain Mushroom]], [[Plain Mushroom+]], [[Precious Mushroom]], [[Precious Mushroom+]], [[Premium Mushroom]]
#*[[Joyous Mushroom]], [[Joyous Mushroom+]], [[Majestic Mushroom]], [[Majestic Mushroom+]], [[Ultimate Mushroom]]


==External links==
==External links==
*[http://www.square-enix.co.jp/kingdom2fm/ Official website]
*[http://www.square-enix.co.jp/kingdom2fm/ Official website]
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