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Despite the emergence and subsequent demise of many different Sword Art Online mobile games over a short period, there are still some intriguing titles that have stood the test of time, thanks to their popularity among gamers. Mytour will introduce such games in this article.
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Sword Art Online: Integral Factor
Sword Art Online: Integral Factor falls under the MMORPG genre, developed by Asobimo studio and published by Bandai Namco. The game is available not only on mobile platforms like iOS and Android but also on PC via Steam since August 21, 2023. This accessibility allows Sword Art Online fans to easily enjoy it.
Similar to the novel and anime, when playing Sword Art Online: Integral Factor, gamers become the main characters of the story and encounter familiar names from the original work. However, as an MMORPG, you're not the only 'main' character—thousands of others join the race to conquer the 100-floor tower and continuously enhance their strength.
In terms of gameplay, Integral Factor doesn't differ much from traditional online games. Players can choose from various weapons such as swords, rapiers, knives, hammers, bows, maces, spears, and more, and can unleash a wide range of skills. What's special is that you can acquire skills of different rarity from shops or through special events and missions, making you feel like a 'main' character while still fitting the MMORPG genre.
Sword Art Online: Variant Showdown
This is a game released to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Sword Art Online anime. The game was released in 2022 as a free-to-play title and is available on both Android and iOS, so Mytour readers can download it to play right away.
The storyline of Variant Showdown revolves around a VRMMO game called Cross Edge. This game is famous not only for its quality but also because it's the creation of a high school prodigy. However, there's a sinister figure exploiting this game to erase memories of the participants. This prompts Kirito to recall the Laughing Coffin guild he once faced in Sword Art Online. To investigate this matter, Kirito decides to play Cross Edge, only to be unexpectedly attacked by a familiar face.
Variant Showdown's gameplay combines storytelling in a visual novel style with action-packed combat. Players can form teams with familiar characters from the series and face various challenges in dungeons. Battles in the game are fast-paced, requiring players to skillfully control character movement, dodge, and attack.
Sword Art Online: Black Swordsman Ace
Perhaps not many Mytour readers have heard of this title, as it's a Sword Art Online mobile MMORPG exclusive to the Chinese and Japanese markets. It allows gamers to immerse themselves in the virtual worlds of Sword Art Online, Alfheim Online, and Gun Gale Online in a single mobile game.
Developed by Yun Chang Game under the supervision of Bandai Namco, the game boasts decent quality. It can be considered an upgraded version of Integral Factor with improved graphics, smoother controls, and cinematic storytelling instead of static images. The character creation system is also more detailed, offering SAO fans numerous options to create their own characters.
In terms of gameplay, Black Swordman Ace is a classic MMORPG, borrowing only the setting and lore of Sword Art Online. If you're seeking an online game with high-quality cartoon graphics, this is a good choice. However, since it lacks an English version, language might be a barrier to overcome.
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