Leading video game publisher and developer Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. today announced Blooming Of Matricaria, the newest major DLC for the anime-inspired role-playing game SWORD ART ONLINE ALICIZATION LYCORIS. Blooming Of Matricaria is available now for purchase. SWORD ART ONLINE ALICIZATION LYCORIS is available now on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC via STEAM. The game is coming to Nintendo Switch on September 30, 2022.

Following the events of the “Ancient Apostles” storylines and the Blooming Of Forget-Me-Not DLC, Blooming of Matricaria delivers a new multi-chapter experience where Kirito and his friends must prepare to stand up to the Four Lords and prevent them from using the Divine Object of Mass Destruction. In addition to Rogu, the charming new playable character, players will have access to the new “Shield and Axe” weapon type which excels in preventing attacks and overpowering the enemy with increased firepower. Blooming of Matricaria also includes new maps, dungeons, and divine beasts to challenge in intense battles, as well as a moving story involving fan-favorite characters.

Also released today, a free update for SWORD ART ONLINE ALICAZATION LYCORIS brings increased level caps for playable characters, weapons, enemies, and raid quests, along with five new Series Equipment to collect, the ability to update and reserve Play Avatars, and other miscellaneous enhancements.