Re Mind?

Dive into Kingdom Hearts III's Re Mind DLC! Learn how to access it, what to expect, recommended preparations, and if new trophies await. Your guide to the expansion.

Hey there! So you're curious about the Re Mind DLC for Kingdom Hearts III, huh? Think of it like the 'Final Mix' versions of the older games – it's an expansion that dives deeper into the story. You'll need to buy it, and there are two versions: one standard, and a 'deluxe' one that includes footage from a cool concert. To jump in, you'll need a completed save file from the main game on any difficulty. Don't worry, your current Sora, with all their items and Keyblades, will carry over.

The main draw of Re Mind is that it lets you experience the events of Kingdom Hearts III's finale from different characters' viewpoints. This means your current Sora's status can really impact how challenging it feels and how quickly you move through it. The game will give you chances to play as other characters, and honestly, you should totally take them up on it! It's a really unique experience and one of the few times you get to control anyone besides Sora (outside of a couple of specific battles).

Just a heads-up, though: if your Sora is already rocking the Ultima Weapon and is at a super high level, even playing as other characters where Sora is involved might feel pretty easy. It's all part of the fun!

Now, about getting ready: if you're playing on Beginner difficulty, you probably don't need to stress too much. But for Standard or Proud modes, it's a good idea to have Sora at least around Level 50 with a maxed-out Keyblade. If you're aiming for a real challenge, a Level 99 Sora with the Ultima Weapon on Standard or Proud will make the Re Mind content feel like a breeze, almost trivializing it.

And yes, there are new Trophies! One of them is unlocked just by finishing the Re Mind campaign. Be warned, though – the whole Trophy list is pretty tough to complete. You'll need to be a seriously dedicated player to snag them all.