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Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance

Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance

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Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance is a role-playing game where you'll face new enemies and make new friends across unfamiliar worlds. As Sora and Riku, you'll explore these realms, battling the forces of darkness and working to unlock seven Sleeping Keyholes. Success means retrieving a great power and earning the title of Keyblade Master. This installment introduces exciting new gameplay mechanics like Flowmotion, which lets you use the environment for acrobatic attacks, and Reality Shifts, powerful special moves that alter the battlefield. You'll also command Dream Eaters, creatures you can customize and use in combat.

This guide is here to help you navigate the challenges of Dream Drop Distance. We'll cover everything you need to know to master the game's unique systems, from understanding the Drop system and managing your Dream Eaters to finding all the collectibles and defeating tough bosses. Whether you're aiming for a perfect playthrough, seeking all the endings, or just want to overcome a particularly tricky section, this guide will provide the strategies and information you need to become a true Keyblade Master.

Foreword: Walkthrough

Embark on a journey through the sleeping worlds of Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance with our comprehensive walkthrough. Master Sora and Riku's paths, tackle every challenge, and uncover all secrets.

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Foreword: Walkthrough

Embark on a journey through the sleeping worlds of Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance with our comprehensive walkthrough. Master Sora and Riku's paths, tackle every challenge, and uncover all secrets.

Sections in this chapter (29)
Preface: The Story So Far 2
Recap the kingdom hearts 3d dream drop distance story so far, covering major plot points from previous games in chronological order.
Foreword: Introduction 2
Embark on an epic journey through Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance with our comprehensive walkthrough. Master the sleeping worlds as Sora and Riku, uncover secrets, and conquer every challenge.
Enemy Data: Extras 2
Discover enemy weaknesses and potential drops in Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance. This guide section covers basic enemy data to help you prepare for battles.
Another Journey
Learn how to fight, block, dodge, and use magic in Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance with this walkthrough of the 'Another Journey' opening and combat tutorial.
Traverse Town (The Rest)
Navigate Traverse Town's remaining challenges in Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance. Learn how to unlock Keyholes and progress in your Mark of Mastery exam.
Traverse Town (Intro)
Guide to Traverse Town in Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance. Learn about Dive Mode, Flowmotion, Reality Shifts, and combat tutorials.
Traverse Town (Riku)
Complete the Traverse Town section as Riku in kingdom hearts 3d dream drop distance. Defeat Nightmares and Hockomonkey for rewards.
La Cité des Cloches (Sora)
Follow our detailed walkthrough for La Cité des Cloches in Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance, guiding you through Sora's journey, item locations, and boss strategies.
Traverse Town (Sora)
Complete the Traverse Town section as Sora in kingdom hearts 3d dream drop distance. Find chests with Block-it Chocolate, Potions, and more.
La Cité des Cloches (The Rest)
Uncover the secrets of La Cité des Cloches (The Rest) in Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance. Learn about Lea's transformation and the fate of Organization XIII members.
The Grid (The Rest)
Navigate The Grid in Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance with our walkthrough. Learn how to find Axel/Lea's missing friends and progress through this digital world.
La Cité des Cloches (Riku)
Complete the La Cité des Cloches mission in kingdom hearts 3d dream drop distance as Riku. Find all items and unlock the Sonic Impact ability.
The Grid (Sora)
Complete The Grid world for Sora in kingdom hearts 3d dream drop distance. Learn about the Code Break Reality Shift and find items like Counter Rush.
The Grid (Riku)
Walkthrough for Riku's journey through The Grid in Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance. Includes objectives, item locations, and strategies for Riku's story.
Prankster's Paradise (Sora)
Complete Prankster's Paradise in kingdom hearts 3d dream drop distance. Learn how to get the High Jump ability and find items like Hi-Potion and Balloon.
Back to Traverse Town (The Rest)
Follow our guide for Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance to navigate Back to Traverse Town (The Rest) and progress through the story. Get tips and strategies here!
Prankster's Paradise (The Rest)
Navigate Prankster's Paradise (The Rest) in Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance with our expert walkthrough. Learn strategies and tips to overcome challenges.
Prankster's Paradise (Riku)
A complete walkthrough for Prankster's Paradise in Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance, guiding Riku through Monstro to find Pinocchio and defeat the Char Clawbster.
Country of the Musketeers (Sora)
Complete the Country of the Musketeers world in kingdom hearts 3d dream drop distance. Get the Tyranto Rex Recipe after defeating a Nightmare.
Back to Traverse Town (Riku)
Follow this Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance walkthrough for Riku's journey through Traverse Town, including item locations and boss strategies.
Back to Traverse Town (Sora)
Follow this comprehensive walkthrough for Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance to navigate Traverse Town, defeat the Spellican boss, and find all hidden items.
Symphony of Sorcery (Riku)
Complete the Symphony of Sorcery mission for Riku in kingdom hearts 3d dream drop distance. Find the Sound Idea and learn about Riku's past.
Symphony of Sorcery (Sora)
Follow our detailed walkthrough for the Symphony of Sorcery mission in Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance, including tips, item locations, and strategies for Sora.
The World That Never Was, Part 1
Complete The World That Never Was, Part 1 in kingdom hearts 3d dream drop distance. Riku must collect 1,300 Prize Points in 90 seconds.
Symphony of Sorcery (The Rest)
Navigate the 'Symphony of Sorcery (The Rest)' section of Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance. Learn about Lea's Keyblade trial and Xehanort's schemes with our expert guide.
The World That Never Was, Part 2
Complete The World That Never Was, Part 2 in kingdom hearts 3d dream drop distance. Find items like Salvation, Ars Arcanum, and Drak Quack Recipe.
To Awaken a Sleeping Heart
Follow this Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance walkthrough to awaken Sora's sleeping heart by navigating Riku's journey through Sora's dreams and defeating the Armored Ventus Nightmare.
The Extra Boss, Julius
Defeat Julius in kingdom hearts 3d dream drop distance. Julius has 433.5 HP and 70% Thunder resistance. Learn his attack patterns and best strategies.
Country of the Musketeers (The Rest)
Continue the kingdom hearts 3d dream drop distance story in Country of the Musketeers (The Rest) after Xehanort's interference.

Preface: The Story So Far 2

Recap the kingdom hearts 3d dream drop distance story so far, covering major plot points from previous games in chronological order.

Preface: The Story So Far

Recap the overarching storyline of kingdom hearts 3d dream drop distance, covering events from Kingdom Hearts Birth By Sleep to Kingdom Hearts II.

The story of kingdom hearts 3d dream drop distance has ties to ten years prior to its 2012 release, spanning across many games. This preface aims to summarize the story thus far for newcomers.

Note: This section contains massive series spoilers and dramatically condensed summaries. Not every detail is covered, only major plot points.

The summaries are presented in order of plot relevance to the series, not their release dates.

Story Order:

  • KH: Birth By Sleep
  • Kingdom Hearts I
  • KH: (Re:)Chain of Memories
  • Kingdom Hearts: 358/2 Days
  • Kingdom Hearts II
  • KH: (Re:)Coded

Guide Information:

  • Publisher: Square Enix
  • Platforms: 3DS
  • Genre: Action RPG
  • Guide Release: 18 June 2014
  • Last Updated: 7 December 2020
  • Guide Author: Daniel Chaviers

KH: (Re:)Chain of Memories

Learn about KH: (Re:)Chain of Memories's story and its connection to Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance. Understand the plot points leading into the game.

Hey there! So, you're diving into Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance and want to know what went down in KH: (Re:)Chain of Memories? No worries, I've got you covered. Think of this as a quick recap to get you up to speed before you jump back into Sora's adventures.

Basically, right after the last game wrapped up, Sora finds himself in a familiar field. He takes a walk and bumps into this mysterious guy in a black hood who doesn't say much and just walks away. A few days later, Sora, Donald, and Goofy head to this huge place called Castle Oblivion. This castle is a major base for the Organization XIII, a pretty shady group you'll definitely want to keep an eye on.

As they climb through the castle's thirteen floors, things get weird. Their memories start getting all jumbled up, and they have to face off against several Organization members. Honestly, a lot of the game is pretty much that: exploring the castle, battling enemies, and dealing with memory shenanigans.

The big reveal at the end is that Sora meets Naminé. She's super important because she's Kairi's Nobody. Now, a Nobody is what's left of a person after their heart is gone – like when Sora became a Heartless back in Kingdom Hearts I, but with Kairi's heart inside him. Naminé apologizes for messing with Sora's memories, but she explains she was forced to by the Organization. To sort things out, Sora, Donald, and Goofy agree to take a year-long nap in a hidden world while Naminé works on fixing their memories.

It's a pretty wild ride, but understanding these key plot points will definitely help you appreciate what's going on in Dream Drop Distance. Let's get back to the action!

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