In a world transformed by the debut of the revolutionary NerveGear, a virtual reality pioneer named Akihiko Kayaba shook the landscape with the inception of full-dive technology. Fast forward to 2026, the introduction of Augma, a cutting-edge rival to NerveGear and Amusphere, marks a new era. Unlike its predecessors, Augma operates on Augmented Reality, offering a safe and user-friendly gaming experience without the need for full immersion. Among its diverse offerings, the sensational ARMMORPG 'Ordinal Scale' reigns supreme, capturing the attention of Asuna, Kirito, and their friends. As Kirito delves into this new adventure, they soon realize that Ordinal Scale harbors challenges far beyond mere entertainment.