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

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

The action RPG (ARPG) Sword Art Online: Variant Showdown, which launched to mixed reception a year ago, is back! After being pulled from app stores to address numerous issues, it's making a comeback with significant improvements.

Originally launched to moderate success, the decision to remove the game was unexpected. However, the updated version features exciting new additions designed to recapture players' interest. The game faithfully adapts the popular anime series, placing players in the shoes of Kirito and other characters battling bosses and enemies within the virtual reality world of Sword Art Online.

This re-release boasts several key enhancements:

• Three-Player Multiplayer: Team up with friends to conquer powerful bosses and earn rare rewards.
• Enhanced Rewards: Higher-difficulty stages now offer armor as rewards, with quality scaling with the challenge.
• Fully Voiced Story: Experience the main storyline with complete voice acting.

A Second Chance?

The initial removal of Sword Art Online: Variant Showdown was a controversial move. While the new features are promising, regaining lost players will be a challenge. First impressions are crucial, but dedicated fans of the series will undoubtedly welcome its return.

For those seeking similar anime-inspired mobile ARPGs, there's a wide selection available. Explore our list of the top 15 best anime games for more options!