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Echoes of Aincrad: Sword Art Online – Unanswered//butterfly 18-minute preview

Bandai Namco is gearing up for the July 5 return of Sword Art Online with a new one-off special and a preview of Echoes of Aincrad.

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The brief

Sword Art Online is returning on July 5 for a one-off special. In coordination with this return, Bandai Namco will showcase the first 20 minutes of a new anime on the night of July 4. Parallel coverage highlights Echoes of Aincrad, an action RPG that can be played for free.

Coverage from outlets including Gematsu, Crunchyroll, and Niche Gamer emphasizes new promotional material. This includes an 18-minute preview, an original anime promo, and the showcasing of the opening cinematic. RPGFan has also featured artwork related to the title.

Attention is now focused on the July 4 anime preview and the official return of the series on July 5, as reported by OpenCritic and ScreenRant.

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Quick answers

When does the Sword Art Online special air?

The one-off special officially returns on July 5.

What is being shown on July 4?

Bandai Namco will show the first 20 minutes of the new Sword Art Online anime.

Is Echoes of Aincrad a paid game?

According to Comic Book Resources, it is an action RPG that can be played for free.

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