Publisher Bandai Namco recently confirmed on twitter, that the upcoming game based on the anime of the same name, Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris has officially been delayed due to “ongoing world events,” (which means due to the effects of COVID-19.) The game was which was initially slated for release for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC on May 22nd, has now been pushed back to July 10th in the west, and a day earlier on July 9th in Japan.
Executive producer for the Sword Art Online games Yosuke Futami made a statement announcing the delay:
“We have been working hard on SWORD ART ONLINE Alicization Lycoris for our fans who are looking forward to the next SWORD ART ONLINE title, due to the ongoing world events, we have made the difficult decision to move the release date of SWORD ART ONLINE Alicization Lycoris to July 10th, 2020. We believe that this is the best way to ensure that SWORD ART ONLINE fans are delivered the best SWORD ART ONLINE Alicization Lycoris experience.”
The game seems highly promising, and a lot of fans are looking forward to it. Sadly, we’ll have to wait a little longer to get our hands on it.
SWORD ART ONLINE Alicization Lycoris arrives July 10th, 2020!
Will you dive into The Underworld and unravel its secrets? https://t.co/blrh7jh5h4 pic.twitter.com/W0fW4D4Qg1
— Bandai Namco US (@BandaiNamcoUS) April 24, 2020
Game Details
You can find an overview of the game by Bandai Namco below:
About
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
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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.
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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.
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Meet Your Favorite Characters – Relive the story of Alicization with your favorite characters such as Kirito, Eugeo, Alice, Administrator, and many more.
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