Just one month left and you can run to your favorite Wal-Mart, GameStop, Target, (or whatever store you buy your games at) and pick up your copy of Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain Of Memories. Here’s some more Hands-On from IGN and GameInformer

IGN

The Kingdom Hearts franchise has garnered countless fans across the globe and the continuing presence of its spin-offs on various release lists is yet another sign pointing towards the continuing success of the series. When Kingdom Hearts II was released in Japan, there was speculation that a Final Mix of the game would be released as well, to follow suit with the release of the original Kingdom Hearts Final Mix. These Japan-only “special editions” included a number of new gameplay elements and new cutscenes. However, the most envy-inducing feature of Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix +, which was released last year, was the inclusion of a complete 3D remake of the GBA game Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories. Fortunately for U.S. gamers, that remake is coming to the PS2 as a standalone product in the form of Kingdom Hearts Re: Chain of Memories, a card-based action RPG that bridges the gap between the two proper entries in the franchise.

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GameInformer

In 2004, Square Enix released Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories for the GBA. The title capitalized on the frenzy surrounding the original Kingdom Hearts title, and was heralded for its innovative battle system and impressive handheld graphics. Now, four years later, Chain of Memories will hit retail shelves once again, this time for the PlayStation 2.

So how does the port stack up? Does it offer anything other than cosmetic advancements? Read on to find out.

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Also, if you pre-order Re:CoM from GameStop online or in the store, you get a lovely gift: three lovely character cards

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