Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris out for Switch this September in Japan

Posted on July 24, 2022 by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch

Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris now has a release date on Switch – at least in Japan. Bandai Namco has confirmed that the title is due out on September 29, 2022.

A Switch version of Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris was revealed at Anime Expo earlier this month. It was not given a release window at the time, with Bandai Namco only stating that it’s “coming soon”.

Here’s some information about the game:

They always shared the same moments. They thought it would be like this for eternity.
Kirito awakens in a completely unknown virtual world, but something about it feels a bit familiar…
Set in Underworld, an expansive world introduced in the Sword Art Online anime, Kirito sets out on adventure in the series’ latest RPG!
Enjoy seamless, action-packed real-time battles using a combination of sword skills, sacred arts, and your favorite SAO characters!
Kirito meets a boy named Eugeo. Somewhere deep within their hearts is a lingering promise. To fulfill that promise and avoid losing each other, they set out on adventure together. Nothing will keep them from reaching their goal.

In case you missed it, we have the Switch announcement trailer for Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris below.

While the September 29 date only applies to Japan at present, it’s possible that North America and Europe will end up getting the game on the same day. We’ll keep you updated as we hear more.