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Sword Art Online Alicization Lycoris Game's Release Delayed to July (Updated)
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trailer with the new release date.
The release date for the game in North America, Europe, and Southeast Asia was originally announced as May 22.
The game Reki Kawahara, who wanted a game that depicts the original storyline, at least in the first half.
Bandai Namco Entertainment America describes the game:
Play as series protagonist, Kirito, and become immersed in the “Underworld,” a mysterious virtual world set in the anime series' Alicization arc. Featuring epic battles, stunning JRPG visuals, and an expansive world to explore; Kirito's journey through the latest Sword Art Online game is ready to begin.Following the events of the Sword Art Online Alicization anime series, Sword Art Online Alicization Lycoris finds Kirito in a mysterious but familiar virtual world, “Underworld,” where A.I.s behave like humans. As players take control of Kirito, they will relive heart-pounding scenes from the series through intense combat. Players will also encounter fan favorite characters including Eugeo, Alice, , and many more. A wide world awaits Kirito and his friends in this exciting adaptation to the Sword Art Online: Alicization series.
The Sword Art Online: Alicization anime premiered in Japan in October 2018 and is delayed to July.
Update: Bandai Namco Entertainment America confirmed on Friday that the game is delayed to July 10 in North America. Source: Email correspondence
Sources: Bandai Namco Entertainment's YouTube channel, Gamer
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