In 2026, the Sword Art Online tragedy is a distant memory, and a revolutionary technology called the Augma has emerged. This technology has gained popularity among gamers due to its safe and ethical design, and its innovative Augmented Reality features. The Augma's most popular feature is its use in the game, Ordinal Scale, which offers player rankings and exciting rewards. Kirito's group of friends are drawn into this new gaming craze and eagerly embark on the adventure. Although hesitant at first, Kirito eventually joins them, but he remains skeptical. Initially, the game appears to be harmless fun, but they soon discover that it hides a darker truth...