Sword Art Online: The Movie – Ordinal Scale

Synopsis

In Sword Art Online: The Movie – Ordinal Scale, players use a new augmented reality device to challenge a mysterious AI known as 'The Boss'. As they battle in the virtual world, memories resurface and the line between reality and game begins to blur. Kirito, Asuna, and their friends must uncover the truth behind the new technology before it's too late. With stunning visuals and heart-pounding action, the film explores themes of identity, memory, and the consequences of living in a digital world. Sword Art Online fans will be on the edge of their seats as the heroes fight for their lives in this exciting adventure.

Cast

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  Yoshitsugu Matsuoka

  Kazuto Kirigaya / Kirito (voice)

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  Haruka Tomatsu

  Asuna Yūki (voice)

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  Kanae Itou

  Yui (voice)

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  Ayana Taketatsu

  Suguha Kirigaya / Leafa (voice)

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  Rina Hidaka

  Keiko Ayano / Silica (voice)

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  Ayahi Takagaki

  Rika Shinozaki / Lizbeth (voice)

Reviews

Sword Art Online: The Movie – Ordinal Scale received mixed reviews, drawing praise for its exhilarating action scenes and beautiful animation. Collider called it 'a thrilling experience for fans and newcomers alike', while The Hollywood Reporter noted 'the film successfully captures the essence of the beloved anime series'. However, some critics pointed out pacing issues and a lack of character development. Screen Rant criticized the movie for being 'overly reliant on fan service' but admitted that 'the action sequences are breathtaking'. Overall, the IMDb rating of 7.3/10 reflects the general consensus that Sword Art Online: The Movie – Ordinal Scale delivers on excitement and spectacle, despite its flaws.