Publisher Bandai Namco and developer Game Studio shared a new chunk of gameplay for Echoes of Aincrad showing off the gameplay systems in their new action RPG set in the Sword Art Online universe.

Here’s a rundown on the new game systems, plus the new slice of gameplay:

Welcome to your new life!

Let’s learn the ins-and-outs of Aincrad and getting started in this new virtual world.

• AVATAR: Choose from a wide range of customization options to create an avatar that suits your tastes.
• MAPPING: Aincrad is large and vast. Prioritize finding checkpoints in the areas you explore to reveal more of the map.
• COMBAT: Monsters encounters are an inevitability. Manage your HP, Stamina, and SP Gauges to excel in any combat situation. Utilize your consumables to turn the tide of battle.
• WEAPONS: There are six types of weapons to choose from: Swords, Two-Handed Axe, Daggers, Rapiers, Two-Handed Swords, and Maces. Each has their own strengths and attack styles.
• PARTNERS: Fight alongside your trusted allies. Each quest allows you to take one partner to join you. Each partner brings their own unique support skills to battle.
• BASE TOWNS: Head back to town to upgrade your weapons, purchase goods, and enhance your avatar’s stats.
• BOSS MONSTERS: Enemies that challenge even the most experienced players. Utilize all you’ve learned to best these formidable foes.

Now get out there and explore, fight, and strengthen your build to face this world head on.

Echoes of Aincrad is in development for Windows PC (via Steam), Xbox Series X|S, and PS5 with a global release set for July 9th/10th, pending your local time.