The Accel World light novel series by Reki Kawahara was first published, marking the start of the franchise.
The anime adaptation of Accel World aired, bringing the series to a wider audience through television and popularizing the franchise internationally.
An anime film titled Accel World: Infinite Burst was released, expanding the franchise's story and providing new content for fans.
The Accel World video game was released on PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita, allowing fans to interact with the series in a new medium.
Haruyuki, a bullied middle schooler, encounters the mysterious and elegant Kuroyukihime who introduces him to the world of Brain Burst.
Brain Burst, a revolutionary augmented reality game that allows players to accelerate their mental processes, becomes available, changing society's interaction with the virtual world.
Haruyuki receives the Silver Crow avatar from Kuroyukihime, marking his entry into accelerated battles within Brain Burst.
Haruyuki participates in his initial small-scale accelerated battle against Kuromaki, testing his newfound abilities in Brain Burst.
Kuroyukihime reveals intentions to reach Level 10 to confront the system's creators, showing her goal of unraveling Brain Burst’s secrets.
Haruyuki and friends confront and engage with members of the rival Brain Burst group, the Nega Nebulas, escalating the stakes of battles.
Haruyuki advances significantly by achieving Level 5, unlocking new powers and gaining recognition among Brain Burst players.
The Seven Crowns, elite Brain Burst players, initiate a major conflict challenging the authority and safety of Kuroyukihime’s group.
A climactic battle unfolds where Kuroyukihime confronts a powerful adversary seeking control of Brain Burst.
Haruyuki uncovers the hidden purpose and origins of Brain Burst, revealing the connection to cognitive enhancement and neural experiments.
The ultimate confrontation occurs between Kuroyukihime, Haruyuki, and rival players in an effort to conclude the Brain Burst program and return to normal reality.
