Sword Art Online - Ordinal Scale

Sword Art Online: Ordinal Scale - An Opinion You Might Hate!

Okay, let's be real. Sword Art Online gets a lot of flack. But I'm here to talk about Ordinal Scale, and maybe, just maybe, change your mind about it.

I'm not saying it's perfect. It has flaws. But hear me out!

The AR Upgrade We Didn't Know We Needed

Remember 2017? AR was kinda new and exciting. Ordinal Scale took that concept and ran with it, presenting Augma, an AR device.

Imagine playing a game where you physically fight monsters in the real world! Pokemon Go on steroids? Yes, please!

It was cool to see Kirito and the gang battling in familiar locations. Way better than sitting in your room, right?

The Mystery That Actually Kept Me Hooked

The story revolves around a new danger connected to the old SAO incident. Players were losing their memories. Spooky!

The mystery surrounding Dr. Shigemura and his motives was actually intriguing. I found myself wanting to know why he was doing all of this.

And the twist? Honestly, it hit harder than most of the twists in the anime series.

Asuna's Time to Shine

Let's face it, Asuna often gets sidelined. But not in Ordinal Scale.

She's a total badass in this movie. She remembers everything, she kicks butt, and she takes charge. Finally!

Her fight scenes were some of the best in the entire franchise. Don't @ me.

The Music That Slaps

Yuki Kajiura's score is phenomenal. It elevated every scene.

The songs were catchy, emotional, and perfectly captured the tone of the movie. You know you added it to your playlist!

Seriously, the music alone is worth the price of admission. (Or, you know, the streaming service subscription.)

Yes, There Are Problems... But!

Of course, Ordinal Scale isn't without its issues. The villain’s motivations get a bit murky.

And some of the plot points require a heavy dose of suspension of disbelief. You just gotta roll with it.

But honestly, the good outweighs the bad for me. I think the emotional core is stronger than most people give it credit for.

The Ending That Made Me Cry (A Little)

The ending, with Kirito proposing to Asuna? I'm not ashamed to admit I teared up.

It was a sweet moment. It was a culmination of everything they had been through.

And it was a reminder that even in a virtual world, love can be real.

So, Is It Overrated? Maybe. Do I Still Love It? Absolutely.

I know some people think Ordinal Scale is just fan service. And maybe it is.

But I enjoyed the fan service! I liked seeing the characters I love in a new and exciting adventure.

Maybe you'll hate me for this, but Ordinal Scale is a fun, action-packed, and surprisingly emotional movie. Give it another shot!

Final Thoughts

Ultimately, Ordinal Scale offered a glimpse into a future that felt simultaneously exciting and terrifying. It explored themes of memory, loss, and the importance of human connection.

So, next time you're looking for a fun anime movie night, give *Sword Art Online: Ordinal Scale* a try. You might just be surprised!

And if you still hate it? Well, at least you gave it a chance.