Open Network Test for SWORD ART ONLINE Fractured Daydream runs Sept 20th to 22nd!

Bandai Namco is hosting an Open Network Test for SWORD ART ONLINE Fractured Daydream on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and PC via STEAM consoles from Sept. 20 to 22. You can find the pre-download times for consoles and STEAM below.

Download Start Timing:

  • Platforms (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch): 

    • Thursday, Sept. 19 @ 0AM EDT // Sept. 18 @ 5PM CEST

  • STEAM (Worldwide Sync)

    • Wednesday, Sept. 18 @ 3PM PDT // Sept. 19 @ 0AM CEST


The Open Network Test lets players explore the virtual world and engage in epic 20-player raids against unique and vicious enemies such as The Skull Reaper and Sword Golem, all while stepping into the roles of their beloved SWORD ART ONLINE characters. During the Open Network Test, players can choose from nine of the 21 beloved characters from the full roster depending on the party’s needs.

For additional details on the SWORD ART ONLINE Fractured Daydream Open Network Test, visit the game’s official website here.