Bandai Namco Entertainment launches Echoes of Aincrad with 52 achievements
The Echoes of Aincrad achievement list features 52 unlockable achievements from Bandai Namco Entertainment and developer Game Studio Inc. have officially launched Echoes of Aincrad, providing players with a comprehensive list of 52 achievements to unlock.
Set strictly within the 1st and 2nd Floors of Aincrad, this third-person action RPG brings the high-stakes atmosphere of the Sword Art Online universe to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X, and PC.
Early progression and world exploration milestones
Completionists on Xbox can aim for a total of 1,000 Gamerscore, while PlayStation 5 owners have a trophy set consisting of 40 Bronze, 9 Silver, 2 Gold, and the “Nameless Hero” Platinum trophy.
The game requires 30 GB of available SSD storage space to accommodate its detailed environments and fast-paced combat. Players can choose to play in the standard single-player campaign or challenge themselves in “Death Game Mode,” where a character’s save file is deleted upon death.
This mode is available immediately for those who purchased the Deluxe or Ultimate Editions, while standard players unlock it after finishing the story. Mastering the mechanics is essential, especially for those venturing into the “Very Hard” difficulty, which features increased monster action speed.
The journey toward the Platinum trophy begins with “Welcome to Sword Art Online,” an unmissable achievement triggered by visiting the Town of Beginnings for the first time. As players progress, they are encouraged to engage with secondary content through “Aincrad’s Beacon,” which requires completing a variety of side quests.
Unlike previous franchise entries, these missions are voluntary but often necessary for scaling combat skills ahead of difficult main story encounters. For those interested in other high-profile releases, the Star Fox day one update on Switch 2 recently showcased how modern RPGs are utilizing day-one patches to refine these early-game progression curves.
Exploration serves as a major pillar of the achievement list, rewarding players who uncover the “fog of war” on each available level. “1st Floor Trailblazer” and “2nd Floor Pioneer” track map completion across the game’s two primary settings. Players must also keep an eye out for world treasure chests to earn the “Treasure Hunter” trophy.
These chests provide essential resources like Col and crafting materials, which are vital for players who didn’t receive the 50,000 Col bonus included in the Deluxe Edition Starter Pack.
Weapon variety and combat mastery challenges
Echoes of Aincrad features a robust weapon system with distinct fighting styles. To unlock the “A Broad Collection” trophy, players must log a variety of Swords in their database.
Similar achievements exist for other weapon types, including “Rapier Repertoire” for rapiers, “Stash of Daggers” for daggers, “A Mace to the Finish” for maces, “Claymore Collector” for two-handed swords, and “Axe and You Shall Receive” for two-handed axes.
Players should also note that armor variety is tracked through achievements like “Top-Heavy,” “Glove Actually,” “Too Big for Your Breeches,” and “Suitable for All Aegis.”
Mastering specific weapon skills
Deep proficiency with a single weapon type is required for the game’s most prestigious combat trophies. The “Edge Lord” achievement is awarded for learning all Sword Skills specifically for the Sword, while “Grand Duelist” requires learning all skills for the Rapier.
Other weapon-specific skill marks include “Swift Blade” (Dagger), “Blunt Truth” (Mace), “Famed Flamberge” (Two-Handed Sword), and “Lead Headsman” (Two-Handed Axe). Beyond just learning the skills, the “Battle Master” trophy requires players to raise any single Sword Skill to its maximum level to reach its highest damage potential.
The crafting and upgrade loot loop
Interacting with the game’s economy and crafting systems is mandatory for completionists. The “Incorrigible Wealth” trophy is earned once a player acquires 1,000,000 or more Col.
Crafting is split between “The Smithy’s Favorite Customer,” achieved by using a Crafting Manual to create equipment, and “The Item Seller’s Favorite Customer,” which involves creating a consumable like a potion. The “Artisan’s Pride” milestone marks a player’s first time upgrading a weapon to its final tier, a process that improves base stats and sub-stats.
Database collection and social partner achievements
Completionists must maintain a meticulous log of their journey through the World Database. There are six specific achievements tied to this system: “Association Archivist” (collecting 10 entries), “Aincrad Professor” (a variety of world entries), “Pack Rat” (item entries), “Walking Armory” (equipment entries), “Monstrous Knowledge” (monster entries), and “Walking Directory” (character entries).
This system encourages players to interact with every NPC and fight every monster type encountered on the 1st and 2nd floors.
The narrative also revolves around forming bonds with legendary Sword Art Online characters. Many of these appear as hidden trophies to prevent spoilers. Players will eventually unlock partners like Kirito (“The Black Swordsman”), Asuna (“Together With Lightning”), Agil (“Partner in Business”), Silica (“Never Alone”), Lisbeth (“Mace to Meet You!”), and Klein (“Ever Dependable”).
These allies are critical when pursuing the “Boss Killer” achievement, which tasks players with defeating 100 bosses throughout their playthrough.
Endgame bosses and the final death wielder encounter
As players reach the limits of the current content, they will face the game’s most difficult encounters. “Seal Breaker” is earned by defeating various Ark bosses, which are often found off the beaten path and unlock shortcuts or new areas.
Reaching the game’s conclusion grants “The Order of the Cherry Blossom,” but the true combat test is the “Those Who Transcend Death” trophy, awarded for defeating the final boss, the Tezca Death Wielder. This encounter represents the peak of the “Anime Souls-like” challenge Game Studio Inc. has designed.
The grind to the level cap is represented by the “Proficient Player” achievement, which requires reaching Player Lv. 100. Survival during this long-term journey is made easier by the “A Strong Lifeline” trophy, earned by reaching the maximum limit of Healing Crystals.
For players looking for more high-stakes competition while they wait for the expected December 31, 2026, DLC, the IEM Cologne Major 2026 stickers have recently been released, marking another major milestone in the 2026 gaming calendar.
Once every other task is finished, the “Nameless Hero” trophy will finally unlock, cementing the player’s status as a master of Aincrad’s earliest levels.