Sword Art Online Returns to PS5 as a Darker Open World Action RPG This Summer
Push Square • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Echoes of Aincrad: Sword Art Online is set to release on PS5 this summer, offering a fresh, darker take on the franchise by focusing on the original death game where in-game death means real-life death.
- Players create their own characters and engage in action RPG combat with a strong emphasis on counterattacks, featuring three different reversal techniques and varied fighting styles depending on weapon choice.
- The game includes a partner system with over ten unique NPC companions who assist in combat, but it is confirmed to be a single-player campaign with no mention of multiplayer or co-op modes.
- Exploration takes place in open-world environments where players uncover maps, find safe areas, and face optional bosses to obtain rare loot and upgrade materials
