Sword Art Online — All Theme Songs

3 Openings · 2 Endings

Sword Art Online Opening Themes

OP 1Season 1 Part 1 (SAO arc)

"Crossing Field"

by LiSA

About the artist: LiSA's SAO opening predates her superstar status and is widely credited with establishing her as a major anime vocalist. It was her most-played track for years until Gurenge.
Fan reception:: One of the most beloved anime openings of 2012. The upbeat tempo perfectly matched the early stages of the death game before its darker turns.
OP 2Season 2 Part 1 (GGO arc)

"IGNITE"

by Eir Aoi

About the artist: Eir Aoi is one of Japan's premier anime vocalists, known for multiple franchise tie-ins. IGNITE opened the Gun Gale Online arc with a harder-edged electronic rock sound.
Fan reception:: Considered the best SAO opening by many fans for its production quality and Eir Aoi's powerful delivery. The animation showcasing Sinon's design was a major draw.
OP 5Season 3 Part 1 (Alicization)

"RESISTER"

by ASCA

About the artist: ASCA is a Japanese singer with a powerful soprano voice who became closely associated with the Alicization arc.
Fan reception:: Praised for its orchestral drama matching the epic scope of Alicization. The animation depicting Eugeo and Kirito's relationship is particularly beloved.

Sword Art Online Ending Themes

ED 1Season 1 Part 1

"Yume Sekai"

by Haruka Tomatsu

About the artist: Haruka Tomatsu is a voice actress and singer known for emotional ballads. Yume Sekai gave SAO its most tender ending during the life-or-death tension of Aincrad.
Fan reception:: One of the most effective emotional releases in the SAO soundtrack. Its gentleness after each episode's tension became a ritual for fans.
ED 3Season 1 Part 2 (Fairy Dance)

"Overfly"

by Luna Haruna

About the artist: Luna Haruna is a Japanese pop singer whose ethereal vocals suited the ALfheim Online arc's aerial fantasy setting.
Fan reception:: Appreciated for capturing the lightness of the Fairy Dance arc's visual aesthetic while maintaining emotional weight.

Sword Art Online Theme Song — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Sword Art Online opening theme song?

The first Sword Art Online opening theme is "Crossing Field" by LiSA, playing during Season 1 Part 1 (SAO arc). One of the most beloved anime openings of 2012. The upbeat tempo perfectly matched the early stages of the death game before its darker turns.

Who sings "Crossing Field" from Sword Art Online?

"Crossing Field" is performed by LiSA. LiSA's SAO opening predates her superstar status and is widely credited with establishing her as a major anime vocalist. It was her most-played track for years until Gurenge.

What episodes does "Crossing Field" play in Sword Art Online?

"Crossing Field" by LiSA is the Sword Art Online Opening 1, playing during Season 1 Part 1 (SAO arc).

Who sings "IGNITE" from Sword Art Online?

"IGNITE" is performed by Eir Aoi. Eir Aoi is one of Japan's premier anime vocalists, known for multiple franchise tie-ins. IGNITE opened the Gun Gale Online arc with a harder-edged electronic rock sound.

What episodes does "IGNITE" play in Sword Art Online?

"IGNITE" by Eir Aoi is the Sword Art Online Opening 2, playing during Season 2 Part 1 (GGO arc).

Who sings "RESISTER" from Sword Art Online?

"RESISTER" is performed by ASCA. ASCA is a Japanese singer with a powerful soprano voice who became closely associated with the Alicization arc.

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