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SAO Variant Showdown Remake Debuts Enhancements

Author : Natalie Jan 18,2025

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

The action RPG (ARPG) Sword Art Online: Variant Showdown, initially launched and then swiftly removed from app stores a year ago to address various issues, is back! This relaunch includes exciting new features, a revamped user interface, and much more.

Initially, the game's removal was a surprising move, yet its return is welcome news for fans. Sword Art Online: Variant faithfully adapts the popular anime series, placing players in the shoes of Kirito and other characters as they battle bosses and enemies within the immersive VR world of Sword Art Online. This 3D ARPG faithfully chronicles the series' events.

This updated version boasts several key improvements:

  • Three-Player Co-op: Team up with two friends to conquer challenging bosses and earn rare rewards.
  • Enhanced Item Rewards: Higher-difficulty stages now offer armor as rewards, with better quality items dropping from tougher challenges.
  • Fully Voiced Story: Experience the main storyline with complete voice acting!

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A Second Chance?

The initial decision to pull Sword Art Online: Variant Showdown was controversial. While the new additions are promising, it remains to be seen if they'll be enough to recapture players' interest. First impressions are crucial, but dedicated fans of the series and Kirito's adventures will undoubtedly appreciate its return.

For fans of anime-inspired mobile ARPGs, this is a noteworthy comeback. If you're looking for more, check out our list of the top 15 best anime games!

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