Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris (2020)
Game Description:
Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris immerses players in the expansive virtual realm of "Underworld," where artificial intelligence mimics human behavior. Following the storyline of the SWORD ART ONLINE Alicization anime, players assume the role of Kirito, navigating a world filled with familiar faces like Eugeo, Alice, and the formidable Administrator. Engage in thrilling battles and experience pivotal moments from the series as you explore a vast and dynamic environment. The game offers a rich narrative experience, blending intense combat with deep character interactions, allowing players to forge their own path in this captivating adaptation of the Alicization saga. Uncover secrets and face challenges in a world where reality and virtuality intertwine.
Game Details
Platforms:
Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
Genres:
Role-playing (RPG), Adventure
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ESRB Age Rating Summary:
SWORD ART ONLINE Alicization Lycoris is rated T for Teen by the ESRB with Blood, Language, Suggestive Themes, and Violence. Also includes Users Interact and In-Game Purchases. This is a role-playing game in which players assume the role of a hero attempting to rescue a friend in a virtual world known as the Underworld. From a third-person perspective, players traverse various environments (e.g., caves, villages, open fields), interact with characters, and engage in melee-style combat against enemy soldiers and fantastical creatures (e.g., trolls, giant birds, wild foxes). Players use swords to slash at enemies, sometimes resulting in splashes of blood. Battles are frenetic, with slow-motion effects and cries of pain. Cutscenes depict additional acts of violence: a female character impaled through the chest; characters lying in pools of blood. The game contains some suggestive material in the dialogue (e.g., “I've never seen boobs this big before”; “If you would allow me to touch you with these hands, to kiss you…If I could spend the night of my dreams with you”; “Oh, would you have preferred me to be in the nude? You voracious boy.”). Some female characters also wear outfits that reveal large amounts of cleavage. The word “a*shole” appears in the game.
Content Warnings:
Blood, Language, Suggestive Themes, Violence
Interactive Elements:
Users Interact
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Parental Notes
While many parents praise the gameplay experience, they caution that Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris contains elements not suitable for younger kids. The game features mild profanity, including the word “a*shole.” Violence is depicted through frenetic melee combat, with blood splashes and slow-motion effects, and cutscenes showing characters in distressing situations, such as being impaled or lying in pools of blood. Suggestive themes are present, with dialogue referencing physical attributes and intimate scenarios, and some female characters wear revealing outfits. Parents often recommend this game for teens 13 and older due to its mature content and themes.
Why Your Kid Might Like Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris
Many teens enjoy Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris because it immerses them in the expansive virtual realm of "Underworld," where they can experience the storyline of the SWORD ART ONLINE Alicization anime firsthand. Playing as Kirito, they navigate a world filled with familiar characters like Eugeo and Alice, engaging in thrilling battles and experiencing pivotal moments from the series. The game offers a rich narrative experience, blending intense combat with deep character interactions, which allows players to feel like they are part of the Alicization saga.
The dynamic environment and the ability to forge their own path in the game are particularly appealing. Uncovering secrets and facing challenges in a world where reality and virtuality intertwine keeps players engaged for hours. The combination of action-packed gameplay and the opportunity to explore a beloved anime universe makes it a popular choice among fans of the series. While the game may not be for everyone, those who enjoy the anime and RPGs find it a rewarding experience.