: The plot involves stopping followers of the Administrator (Quinella) from resurrecting her using scattered Incarnation fragments. Gameplay Mechanics Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris : The plot involves stopping followers of the
is an action JRPG developed by Aquria and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment , released in July 2020 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. It serves as a narrative continuation and expansion of the "Alicization" arc from the light novel and anime series, though it eventually branches into an original story path. Narrative Foundation and Deviations
The game begins by following the first half of the anime's Alicization arc. Players take the role of , who awakens in the Underworld —a virtual world where AIs act with human-like complexity—with no memory of how he arrived.
: It introduces Medina Orithanos , a brand-new character central to the game's unique subplot. Narrative Foundation and Deviations The game begins by
: While the first third of the game mirrors the anime's story, it eventually shifts into a "Game Original" route. Key differences include:
: In this timeline, Eugeo does not die, remaining a primary party member.