This application places you as the main character within an online role-playing game set in the world of Sword Art Online (SAO). You join an Assault Team alongside other imprisoned players, working together to reach the 100th floor of the game's tower, Aincrad. The game offers a unique perspective where you experience the story from your own point of view, including meeting familiar characters and exploring behind-the-scenes stories not seen in the original SAO series. It allows players to live out a "what-if" scenario where their actions can influence the events within Aincrad.
The game features a combat system where players battle through various landscapes in Aincrad, accompanied by a partner named Koharu. Success in battles requires teamwork, strategy, and preparation—such as forging weapons, utilizing a variety of skills with different effects, and exploiting enemy weak points and attack patterns. Cooperation with other Assault Teams is essential to defeat powerful monsters and complete challenging quests, emphasizing a cooperative multiplayer experience in a dangerous, game-world setting.
There is a Boost Mode available via a monthly subscription, which provides various in-game enhancements. The subscription automatically renews each month from the purchase date, and players can cancel it at least 24 hours before the renewal date through the Google Play Store. The subscription terms specify that it cannot be duplicated during its validity, and deinstalling the game does not cancel the subscription. It's also advised not to close the app during in-app purchases, as connection issues may occur, potentially affecting the transaction process.
The app's terms and conditions include links to support and legal information, emphasizing that the game contains optional in-app purchases to enhance gameplay. Users can disable these purchases through their device settings if desired. The game is officially licensed, and by downloading it, players agree to Bandai Namco's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The game credits include the creator Reki Kawahara and related copyright holders, asserting its official status and adherence to licensing rights.