Sword Art Online Variant Showdown Re-released after More than a Year of Maintenance!

Sword Art Online Variant Showdown Returns After Extended Maintenance!

Remember SAOVS, Bandai Namco's action RPG launched in November 2022? After an unexpectedly long "never-ending maintenance" period that began in September 2023, it's finally back! While initially slated for a summer 2024 return, the game's relaunch took longer than anticipated due to core functionality issues requiring extensive developer attention.

What's New in the Re-released SAOVS?

The relaunch features Battle Royal Season 1, a four-player arena mode where victory goes to the player with the most knockouts (KOs). Compete in League Matches to earn titles and accessories. This season runs until December 30th.

Returning players who endured the maintenance receive a welcome-back gift: 5 Sword Spark Mito Pickup Scout Tickets.

A "Restart Celebration: Six Great Campaigns" event is also underway, offering up to 100 free Scouts, login bonuses, and mission rewards. This event lasts until January 30th, 2025.

Players have a chance to acquire the SSR Sword Spark Mito (Light-elemental fighter), along with new SSR Ability Cards, "Destroyer of Destiny" and "Seasoned Comrades," available until January 6th, 2025.

See the changes firsthand with the latest trailer:

Download SAOVS on the Google Play Store and jump back into the action! Also, check out our latest news on the Puzzles & Survival Transformers collaboration.