Alyson Stoner, known for her roles in Phineas and Ferb and Step Up, has stirred up excitement and confusion within the Kingdom Hearts community after comments made during a recent convention. Dedicated fans, known for their passionate commitment to uncovering any hints related to the upcoming Kingdom Hearts 4, interpreted her remarks as a potential spoiler regarding the game’s development.
During her appearance, Stoner discussed her roles in the Kingdom Hearts series, highlighting her voice work for the characters Kairi, Xion, and Naminé. She mentioned, “A lot of people don’t know about the Naminé, so I hope I’m not spoiling something that I’m not supposed to say out loud.” This statement sparked immediate speculation among fans, who surmised that it implied Naminé would be returning in Kingdom Hearts 4, now voiced by Stoner.
To address the ensuing buzz and clarify her earlier comments, Stoner took to her Instagram story. In her message, she expressed her love for the Kingdom Hearts franchise, stating that it remains a significant part of her experience in voice acting. She emphasized her lack of information regarding Kingdom Hearts 4, expressing her eagerness for updates just like the fans. “Unfortunately, I have zero news of KH4, but I’m just as eager to hear updates! Trust me, I have zero points of information,” she wrote.
Stoner explained that her remark about Naminé was intended to convey how many are unaware of the various characters voice actors portray. She reassured fans that she wasn’t breaching any confidentiality agreements, stating, “I totally understand the confusion and apologize for any false implications/speculation.” She reiterated her enthusiasm for the series, clarifying, “I didn’t mean to imply there’s another game or that I’m currently recording any roles.”
To bolster her position on the matter, Stoner asserted that after 25 years in the industry, it was unlikely she would inadvertently reveal crucial information if she were under a contract. She noted that the secrecy surrounding many projects is significant, mentioning that even the main cast of Phineas and Ferb was unaware of the show’s revival until it was publicly announced.
However, questions remain regarding Stoner’s connection to the character Naminé, as she had never been officially credited. A fan, Mike Kennedy, who attended the event, offered insight via Twitter, suggesting that Stoner may have voiced Naminé for a brief line in a previous game, which went unnoticed by many fans. This aligns with the series’ precedent of uncredited performances.
Additionally, fans were treated to a glimmer of hope regarding the development of Kingdom Hearts 4, as Tetsuya Nomura from Square Enix recently shared that both Kingdom Hearts 4 and Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 are progressing well, with announcements poised for the near future. As the community remains fervently engaged, Stoner’s comments have only reinforced the passion and speculation that surround one of gaming’s most beloved franchises.
