Echoes of Aincrad is the latest action RPG in the Sword Art Online series from Bandai Namco Entertainment. It is now available for pre-order on all platforms. Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll get for pre-ordering, what each edition includes, and the pricing for every bundle.
Echoes of Aincrad Pre-Order Bonus
Pre-ordering any edition of Echoes of Aincrad grants the Proto-Elucidator Series Weapon Pack, featuring six weapons inspired by the prototype of the Elucidator, the signature weapon of the Black Swordsman.
The Proto-Elucidator Series Weapon Pack includes:
- 6 Weapon Types + Shield
- 6 Weapon Blueprints
These weapons and the shield are shown in the promotional image below:
No additional pre-order bonuses are included in other editions, and this set is included regardless of which edition you purchase.
Echoes of Aincrad Pricing
| Echoes of Aincrad Edition | Price |
|---|---|
| Standard Edition | $69.99 USD |
| Deluxe Edition | $89.99 USD |
| Ultimate Edition | $109.99 USD |
You can pre-order the digital edition of Echoes of Aincrad from the links below:
| Platform | Store Link |
|---|---|
| PC | Steam |
| PS5 | PlayStation Store |
| Xbox Series S | X |
Echoes of Aincrad Deluxe Edition
The Deluxe Edition includes the following additional content:
- Base Game
- Expansion Pack
- Expansion DLC Starter Pack (Day 1 Bonus) – Consumables
- Death Game Mode Early Unlock (Deluxe Bonus)
Image via Bandai Namco Entertainment
Echoes of Aincrad Ultimate Edition
The Ultimate Edition includes:
- Base Game
- Expansion Pack
- Expansion DLC
- Starter Pack (Day 1 Bonus) – Consumables
- Death Game Mode Early Unlock (Deluxe Bonus)
- Special Movie
- Digital Artbook
- Digital Soundtrack
- Armor Pack
Image via Bandai Namco Entertainment
The Ultimate Edition costs $40 more than the Standard Edition. In terms of content, the Deluxe Edition provides the key items: the Expansion Pack (including the planned December 2026 Expansion DLC) and the starter pack with currency and consumables. Unless you specifically want the digital artbook, soundtrack, special movie, and armor pack, saving $20 by choosing the Deluxe Edition is a sensible option.
Can You Play Echoes of Aincrad Early?
No, none of the premium editions include early access, so you cannot play Echoes of Aincrad before the official release date.
Echoes of Aincrad Release Date
Echoes of Aincrad launches on July 10, 2026.
Echoes of Aincrad Platforms
The game will be available on PC via Steam, Xbox Series S|X, and PS5. A Nintendo Switch 2 version has not been announced, though a delayed port may be possible, as with other Bandai Namco releases.
