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In the near future, a Virtual Reality Massive Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game (VRMMORPG) called Sword Art Online has been released where players control their avatars with their bodies using a piece of technology called Nerve Gear. One day,… Read more
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In the near future, a Virtual Reality Massive Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game (VRMMORPG) called Sword Art Online has been released where players control their avatars with their bodies using a piece of technology called Nerve Gear. One day, players discover they cannot log out, as the game creator is holding them captive unless they reach the 100th floor of the game's tower and defeat the final boss. However, if they die in the game, they die in real life. Their struggle for survival starts now... (Source: Crunchyroll)
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Characters & Japanese Voice Cast
Asuna Yuuki
Main
VA: Haruka Tomatsu
Kazuto Kirigaya
Main
VA: Yoshitsugu Matsuoka
Suguha Kirigaya
Main
VA: Ayana Taketatsu
Yui
Supporting
VA: Kanae Itou
Ryoutarou Tsuboi
Supporting
VA: Hiroaki Hirata
Rika Shinozaki
Supporting
VA: Ayahi Takagaki
Keiko Ayano
Supporting
VA: Rina Hidaka
Andrew Gilbert Mills
Supporting
VA: Hiroki Yasumoto
Akihiko Kayaba
Supporting
VA: Kouichi Yamadera
Sachi
Supporting
VA: Saori Hayami
Tomo Hosaka
Supporting
VA: Shiori Izawa
Alicia Rue
Supporting
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Sword Art Online in India?
Sword Art Online is available in India on Crunchyroll, JioHotstar, Sony Liv, VI movies and tv. Availability can differ by season and changes over time.
How many episodes does Sword Art Online have?
Sword Art Online has 25 episodes.
Which studio made Sword Art Online?
Sword Art Online is produced by A-1 Pictures.
Facts from AniList (also listed on MyAnimeList); streaming availability from JustWatch India. Last updated 16 October 2026, 6:52 PM IST. Episode times are Japan broadcast times shown in IST. Spotted a mistake? Write to [email protected].