SWORD ART ONLINE Alicization Lycoris

Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris is a game that has tremendous potential but squanders much of it. The game introduces a plethora of features that should be a delight to explore and delve into within the realm of a Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game (MMORPG). Unfortunately, most of these features have a minimal impact on the actual gameplay and offer meager rewards, feeling like they were added for the sake of having them.
The game also suffers from an extensive tutorial stage that takes up a significant chunk of time before it starts to offer exciting experiences, typically around Chapter 2. However, this excitement is short-lived due to numerous bugs and a lack of clear direction. Personally, I progressed to Chapter 3 without needing to change my main weapon and armor more than once. Every shop I visited seemed to sell weapons inferior to the beginner sword I started with. While there are plenty of side quests, they often lack meaningful objectives or rewards.
One redeeming aspect of the game is its skill system and the freedom it grants in controlling allies. This makes grinding in the game's various maps still worthwhile. However, the combat system is needlessly complex without a significant impact on the overall outcome. Despite having many options to control, the combat feels clunky and fails to deliver a satisfying experience. Skills lack visual appeal, and the secret arts are underwhelming.
One of the game's major shortcomings lies in its camera mechanics, making character control difficult and hindering full enjoyment of the game. Movement physics are also lackluster.
In summary, Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris possesses great potential, but it falls short in its execution. Many of the features introduced in the game do not reach their full potential, resulting in a disappointing experience. However, I would still recommend picking it up during a discount sale, as acquiring the game at a 70-80% discount is worthwhile

So, while "SWORD ART ONLINE Last Recollection" hasn't yet been launched, this is arguably the best Sword Art Online game for me right now. You will not be bored playing the game since you'll get the chance to play Alicization Arc characters, Sword Art Online characters, and game original characters of Sword Art Online.

Great game, but A LOT of cutscenes. I personally enjoyed that but probably not for everyone.

I ove the game i cant wait for the next one to come out in october

Coming into this late as I wanted to play this before the new game later this year. I do recommend this game, being a fan of the series will help alot as there are quite ALOT of cut scenes that will feel like it bogs the game down. you can skip through the majority of them if you are not into the story or already know it.
But this game SHINES in game play. it is animated so beautifully, there are alot of different builds that are fine at the end game. It is a SAO game, so there is quite abit of grinding that can just add hours, to the game.
The biggest con I have had with this game is the use of some plot elements. the 'game-world' of Lycoris feels great, but their law structure of rules (only matters for lore/plot relevent issues) feels like your hands are beyond tied, taking away abit of the 'what if' situation we got from the previous games like Fatal Bullet.

Played and finished it on PS4.
Way too many cutscenes, half that weren't necessary or could have been simplified by using a character portrait while your moving about/fighting. Combat was slow as well
Only giving it a thumbs up because it's better than SWORD ART ONLINE LAST RECOLLECTION game, plus I can join my friend in an open world

It's not the best game in the world, but as you can see of my high playtime, it is a fun one.
Highly recommend if you are a fan of the Anime or Light Novel.