Release Date
Echoes of Aincrad releases July 10, 2026 worldwide on Steam (PC), PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S — one day after Japanese consoles. Release date, platforms, pre-order Weapon Pack and FAQ.
July 10, 2026
Worldwide Steam launch. Japanese console versions release one day earlier, on July 9, 2026.
Platforms
Prototype Weapon Pack (pre-order bonus)
- •6 weapon types inspired by the prototype of the Elucidator
- •6 weapon blueprints
About the game
An all-new Sword Art Online action-RPG that returns to the start of the anime: trapped in the floating castle of Aincrad, where dying in the game means dying for real. You create your own character and adventure alongside Iori, Argo, Kirito and Asuna.
The free beta phase covers Floors 1 & 2 of Aincrad, five missions, and every weapon type to try. Progress does not carry into the full release. New to the game? Read the walkthrough.
Frequently asked
When does Echoes of Aincrad release?
July 10, 2026 worldwide on Steam (PC). Japanese console versions release one day earlier, on July 9, 2026.
What platforms is it on?
PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Does beta-phase progress carry over to the full game?
No. The beta phase is a standalone slice (Floors 1–2). Your save does not transfer to the full release.
What is the pre-order bonus?
A Prototype Weapon Pack: six weapon types inspired by the prototype of the Elucidator, plus six weapon blueprints.
Is there a Death Game mode?
Yes — an optional mode that deletes your save data when you die, echoing the anime's premise. The developers have said it is not designed as a Souls-like.
How many weapon types are there?
Six weapon classes: One-Handed Sword, Two-Handed Sword, Rapier, Dagger, Mace and Axe.