Overall, very good. Took me a min to get use to 15 year old Asuna with enhanced graphics. Lol Loved seeing “Lightining Flash’s” real world backstory, and her interaction with that helper NPC was hilarious. Felt good to get back to Aincrad, as well. The floor 1 boss battle was WAY better in “Progressive!” Tbh, I do have some cons though. :(
1. Asuna felt robotic in the first scene. 2. Some of the dialog came across as “rushed” compared to season 1.
If you’re a longtime fan of SAO like I am, be prepared for some changes. Some good, others bad. Don’t get discouraged if some scenes do not live up to season 1 memories. This movie is well done, and shows A LOT of promise for the 2nd installment. (2022)