SWORD ART ONLINE Last Recollection Release Date and Time | Everything We Know So Far

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The SAO universe expands ever further with its newest action-adventure game, Sword Art Online: Last Recollection. Read on to find out when and where the game will be released.

Sword Art Online: Last Recollection Release Date and Time

Releases October 06, 2023

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Sword Art Online: Last Recollection on will launch on October 06, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. EST for PC according to the Steam countdown, and at 12:00 a.m. EST for PS5 according to the PS Store countdown. This follows the official Japanese release date of October 5, 2023.

An official demo for the game was released on September 26, 2023 across all the game's supported platforms. Save data from the demo was confirmed to carry over to the game's full release.

Everything We Know About Sword Art Online: Last Recollection

Sword Art Online: Last Recollection Story Plot

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The story of Sword Art Online: Last Recollection diverges greatly from the plot of the anime, though its cast still includes Kirito, Asuna, and other iconic characters. The plot of the game follows Kirito and his friends taking up a quest to defend the Human Realm from the encroaching dangers of the Dark Territory.

Sword Art Online: Last Recollection Gameplay

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This game pits Kirito and his party against the hordes of the Underworld in a JRPG-style combat system. Official press release notes of the game mention that this was intentional, as the developers want to retain JRPG mechanics while making the actions faster for smoother gameplay.

Each character showcases their own skills and attacks, as well as special abilities designed to turn the tide of battle. More information about the game's unique combat system is likely to be revealed the closer we get to the game's launch.

Sword Art Online: Last Recollection Trailer

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A Dark Knight named Dorothy comes to Kirito and friends with a harrowing prophecy, that the Human Realm was in danger. The Dark Territory is cracking open to unleash its horrors on humanity, will Kirito and his fellow players be able to save the world once gain?

Life goes on in Sword Art Online: Last Recollection when it hits shelves on October 06, 2023.

Sword Art Online: Last Recollection Pre-Orders

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Sword Art Online: Last Recollection is now available to pre-order for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S in the following online stores.

Standard Edition

Platform Price
Steam IconSteam $59.99
Steam IconPlaystation Store $59.99
Steam IconXbox $59.99

The game's standard edition comes with the following sword weapon skins for the 1-handed sword weapon type in-game:

  • Elucidator
  • Dark Repulser
  • Remaining Heart
  • Rainbow Blade Ex Eterna
  • Aetherial Glow

Digital Deluxe Edition

Platform Price
Steam IconSteam $84.99
Steam IconPlaystation Store $84.99
Steam IconXbox $84.99

The game's digital deluxe version includes the following pre-order bonuses:

  • All pre-order bonuses included in the Standard Edition
  • Main Game
  • Premium Pass
  • SWORD ART ONLINE Last Recollection – Ritual of Bonds Vol. 1
  • SWORD ART ONLINE Last Recollection – Ritual of Bonds Vol. 2
  • Bonus: SWORD ART ONLINE Last Recollection – Integrity Knights Costume Set

Ultimate Edition (PC Exclusive)

Platform Price
Steam IconSteam $99.99

The game's Ultimate Edition includes the following pre-order bonuses and is currently available for PC only:

  • All pre-order bonuses included in the Digital Deluxe Edition
  • SAO Game Series Battle BGM Pack
  • Soundtrack & Artbook

Sword Art Online: Last Recollection Product Information

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Title SWORD ART ONLINE: LAST RECOLLECTION
Release Date October 06, 2023
Developer Aquria, Aclear Co., Ltd.
Publisher BNE Entertainment
Supported Platforms PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S
Genre Action, Adventure
Number of Players 1-4
ESRB Rating Teen
Official Website Sword Art Online: Last Recollection Website

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