Is Echoes of Aincrad multiplayer?
No. It is officially listed as a single-player action RPG. The second fighter is an autonomous AI partner.
How many weapon types are there?
Six: Sword, Rapier, Mace, Dagger, Two-Handed Sword, and Two-Handed Axe.
Which weapons can use a shield?
Sword, Rapier, and Mace can equip a shield. Dagger, Two-Handed Sword, and Two-Handed Axe cannot.
Can weapons be changed during a quest?
No. Change the active weapon in town between quests.
How many Sword Skills can be equipped?
Up to three. Weapon EXP earned through using a weapon family unlocks more of its Sword Skills.
How does EX-Mod synthesis work?
At the Smithy, combine two weapons from the same family and select effects for the target. A weapon can pool up to four EX-Mods when slots allow, and the donor is consumed.
What is Cardinal Rank?
It is an overall progression tier raised through Main Quest progress and discovering towns. It affects merchants, Smithy crafting, loot quality, partner growth, and enemy difficulty.
What is the difference between Switch Mode and Free Mode?
Switch Mode moves enemy attention between player and partner to create breathing room or a timed opening. Free Mode allows combined pressure on a target or more autonomous group cleanup.
When is Death Game Mode available?
Most players unlock it after completing the story. Deluxe and Ultimate editions include an early unlock for the first playthrough.
Can a transferred demo save use Death Game Mode?
No. Demo data transferred into the full game cannot switch to Death Game Mode. A later save can select the mode after it is unlocked.
Can demo data transfer between platforms?
No. Transfer works only on the same platform, and all demo save slots are carried over together.
Which platforms are supported?
PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC through Steam.
How much PC storage is required?
The Steam listing requires 30 GB of available SSD storage.