Sword Art Online is the starting point of the long Isekai wave

The story of Sword Art Online is a delight for MMORPG fans. No wonder - most feel somewhat connected to Kirito.

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Sword Art Online

Alternative Names: SAO
Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Episodes: 25 (only Season 1)
Stream available on: Crunchyroll

In the near future, gaming is taken to a whole new level. Thanks to the NerveGear, the mind is completely immersed in a game world. The new game “Sword Art Online” is launching and invites players into the world of Aincrad.

Even after the first hours of fun, the heroes notice a strange thing – there is no option in the menu to log out, trapping their minds in the game. And another thing is revealed: those who die in the game cannot be revived. Worse still, the NerveGear even kills the player in the real world.

What appears to be a fun, modern MMORPG quickly turns into a horror trip, where the captives face difficult decisions: Do they dare to delve deeper into the world and fight against monsters? Or would they rather live in peace in a small village and hope to be rescued?

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Why is Sword Art Online suitable for WoW fans? The story of Sword Art Online touches on several aspects that WoW fans will enjoy. On one hand, there is Kirito, the lone wolf who battles his way through the harsh world of the game on his own through grinding. But at the same time, there is the comforting feeling of guilds and camaraderie, and the sweet successes when they finally manage to defeat a potentially deadly boss. Adorned with beautiful animations and the occasional hint of romance, it is simply a beautiful series that is regarded as the originator of the still ongoing “Isekai” hype.