Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream Open Network Test Invites Players to Defeat Powerful Enemies Beginning September 20

Today, Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. announced that players can play SWORD ART ONLINE Fractured Daydream, a multiplayer-focused adventure game based on the popular SWORD ART ONLINE series in an Open Network Test (ONT) ahead of its launch on October 4, 2024. The ONT will be accessible across PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch™ and PC via STEAM® consoles from September 20 to September 22, where players will be able to test their skills in raids of up to 20 other players and take on the role of a few beloved characters from the animated series.

The Open Network Test lets players explore the virtual world and engage in epic 20-player raids against unique and vicious enemies such as The Skull Reaper and Sword Golem, all while stepping into the roles of their beloved SWORD ART ONLINE characters. During the Open Network Test, players can choose from nine of the 21 beloved characters from the full roster depending on the party's needs:

• FIGHTER - Kirito and Asuna who are versatile with their well-balanced DPS abilities
• TANK - Agil who specializes in provocation skills to attract enemies and shield their allies
• ROGUE - Argo and LLENN who use their offensive prowess and agility to disrupt and confuse foes
• MAGE - Oberon who creates battlefield anomalies through various disruptive spells
• RANGER - Sinon and Fukaziroh who excel in long-range attacks
• SUPPORT - Leafa who provides magical buffs and healing to aid her team

The SWORD ART ONLINE Fractured Daydream ONT sessions are scheduled as follows:

• Friday, September 20, 7 p.m. PDT - Saturday, September 21, 7 p.m. PDT: ONT available
• Saturday, September 21, 7 p.m. PDT - Saturday, September 21, 11 p.m.: 4-hour Maintenance; ONT unavailable
• Saturday, September 21, 11 p.m. PDT - Sunday, September 22, 8 p.m. PDT: ONT available

SWORD ART ONLINE Fractured Daydream is a multiplayer-focused adventure based on the popular SWORD ART ONLINE series, releasing worldwide on October 4, 2024. It is available now for digital pre-orders on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch™, and PC via STEAM®. For more information and to keep up to date with the latest news and announcements about the game, visit the game's official website: https://www.bandainamcoent.com/games/sword-art-online-fractured-daydream

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