Bandai Namco announced today the release date for the highly-anticipated Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris for the Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC.
Sword Art Online fans can look forward to Alicization Lycoris on May 22, 2020. Just like in every Sword Art Online games, the upcoming game will follow the story of Kirito as he goes “Underworld”, a mysterious world st in the anime’s Alicization arc.
Here’s an overview of the game, via Bandai Namco:
Your journey is ready to begin…
For the first time ever, players can experience Sword Art Online‘s anime storyline in game format with Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris Play as the protagonist Kirito and immerse yourself in “Underworld,” a mysterious virtual world set in the anime’s Alicization arc. Featuring intense battle action, stunning JRPG visuals, and an expansive world to explore; your journey through the latest VRMMO Sword Art Online game is ready to begin!
Key Features
- Lycoris Flower – Lycoris is a species of flower found in the South of Japan which symbolizes passion, sad memories, reunion, and self-reliance. Experience these themes as you dive into the game’s storyline.
- Faithful to the Original Work – Kirito has awoken in a mysterious yet somehow familiar virtual world where AIs behave like humans. In this world, Kirito meets a young man named Eugeo. They make a promise where their destinies will soon become entwined. To keep that promise and stay together, they must venture onwards.
- Meet Your Favorite Characters – Relive the story of Alicization with your favorite characters such as Kirito, Eugeo, Alice, Administrator, and many more.
Check out the announcement trailer below, which is currently in Spanish subs: