# Former Disney boss Michael Eisner can't remember why he green-lit beloved Final Fantasy crossover series Kingdom Hearts, but then it was a while ago

> Kingdom Hearts might be beloved by millions of players around the world, but it apparently didn't have a lasting impact on arguably one of the most important people involved in its creation: former Walt Disney CEO…

- **Source:** [Eurogamer](https://www.eurogamer.net/former-disney-ceo-cant-remember-why-kingdom-hearts?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a625c2a09947d64cbb6ef93)
- **Published:** 2026-07-23
- **Category:** Gaming
- **Tags:** #eisner #beloved #disney #former #hearts #kingdom #michael #remember
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