Official online services for officially shut down on August 30, 2021 . Because the servers are no longer operational, standard "hacks" for online competitive play or currency generation are no longer applicable or functional.
In the original game, "Hacking" referred to specific intended mechanics for character progression: SWORD ART ONLINE:Memory Defrag (SEA) Hack
A dedicated group known as the has effectively "hacked" the base game to restore and even expand its content. Official online services for officially shut down on
The team has added original, "hacked" units not found in the original game, such as a synchronized Kirito & Eugeo dual unit and custom LLENN variants. The team has added original, "hacked" units not
This unofficial version allows players to access almost every unit and event that existed during the game's live service.
This version is essentially a "glorified demo". It features a fixed roster of characters and a limited selection of quests.