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Sword Art Online: Variant Showdown re-released with new features, controls and UI

by Joshua Feb 11,2025

Sword Art Online: Variant Showdown Returns After a Year-Long Hiatus!

The action RPG (ARPG), Sword Art Online: Variant Showdown, is back after a year-long absence from app stores. Initially launched and then quickly pulled to address various issues, it's now making a comeback with significant improvements.

This 3D ARPG faithfully adapts the popular anime series, placing players in the shoes of Kirito and other iconic characters as they battle bosses and enemies within the virtual world of Sword Art Online.

This relaunch boasts exciting new features:

  • Three-Player Co-op: Team up with friends to conquer challenging bosses and earn rare rewards.
  • Enhanced Rewards: Higher-difficulty stages now offer valuable armor as rewards.
  • Full Voice Acting: Experience the main story with complete voiceovers!

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A Second Chance?

The initial removal of Sword Art Online: Variant Showdown was a surprising move. While the updates are promising, it remains to be seen if they'll be enough to recapture the player base. First impressions are crucial, but dedicated fans will undoubtedly welcome its return.

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