Tales of Arise ‘Sword Art Online Collaboration Pack’ DLC announced

Bandai Namco announced today that Tales of Arise will be getting a Sword Art Online Collaboration Pack DLC on October 7 across all available platforms.

Sword Art Online Collaboration Pack DLC will allow players to fight Kirito and Asuna from Sword Art Online, as well as obtain Kirito’s weapon and new outfits for Alphen, Shionne, and Law. It will also include new mystic arts for three said characters.

Here’s an overview of Tales of Arise, via Bandai Namco:

A world of nature drawn with the “Atmospheric Shader”:

We are introducing a new graphics shader, inspired by anime and watercolor painting. Characters with attractive designs travel among backgrounds filled with beautiful and delicate visuals.

Explore a world that feels alive:

Explore the world of Dahna, where a mix of unique, natural environments change in appearance based on the time of day. Climb over the rocky terrain, swim in rivers, gather around the campfire, cook food, head to the next town, defeat the master of an alien planet, and liberate the people!

Stylish action and battles:

Through the new system “Boost Strike”, you can now chain combos of powerful attacks together with your party members. Chain Artes, Boost Attacks, and Boost Strike combos to take down your enemies!

Experience the story of the divided Renan and Dahnan people:

The protagonists who will determine the fate of these two worlds are Alphen and Shionne. They will overcome hardships and grow together with their unique group of friends. Gorgeous animation by ufotable is inserted at key points in the story, adding more color to our protagonists’ journey.

Check out the trailer below: