NieR: Automata

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  1. immdata
    Mar 21, 2017
    10
    I love this game. Now you're probably didn't come to see me singing praises, so I'll tell you right now: this review and score are entirely subjective, and my 10/10 doesn't mean that it's objectively perfect. I felt that story was really great and I love the melancholic and depressing tone of it(really resonates with my depression). The gameplay is an improvement of the previous Nier, andI love this game. Now you're probably didn't come to see me singing praises, so I'll tell you right now: this review and score are entirely subjective, and my 10/10 doesn't mean that it's objectively perfect. I felt that story was really great and I love the melancholic and depressing tone of it(really resonates with my depression). The gameplay is an improvement of the previous Nier, and with the help of Platinum Games's refinements and smoother 60fps update(compared to 30fps of the original) slaying robots feels really solid and satisfying. The art design and music are also amazing, enhancing the feel and tone of the story. I recommend that you play the demo, and then buy it if you liked the demo. Don't spoil it with YouTube videos, please.… Expand
  2. Espolosin
    Apr 14, 2021
    10
    Un juegazo increíble, con una historia maravillosa y llena de momentos inolvidables.

    Cuando hace unos pocos meses me decidí embarcar en esta obra de arte llamada NieR: Automata, lo hacia con la expectativa de encontrarme un videojuego de ROL Japonés normal y corriente, eso si, con un estilo de combate en la jugabilidad muy llamativo que me encanto al verlo en diferentes gameplays.    Un juegazo increíble, con una historia maravillosa y llena de momentos inolvidables.

    Cuando hace unos pocos meses me decidí embarcar en esta obra de arte llamada NieR: Automata, lo hacia con la expectativa de encontrarme un videojuego de ROL Japonés normal y corriente, eso si, con un estilo de combate en la jugabilidad muy llamativo que me encanto al verlo en diferentes gameplays.

    Todo así comienza en una experiencia de juego tremenda, que durante las primeras 3 o 4 horas estaremos peleándonos con hacernos a los controles un tanto particulares, que dependiendo del escenario, la posición de la cámara y los enemigos deberemos ir variando. En toda esta encrucijada de situaciones, el videojuego no deja de sorprender en ningún momento, con escenarios que pasan de la expiración de mundo abierto, a secciones 2D de scroll lateral, o incluso también a secciones Shoot'em up al mas estilo de los Bullet Hell como Ikaruga u otros arcades de los 90.

    El combate principal esta basado en un estilo Hack and Slash, como bien saben hacer los de Platimun Games con anteriores títulos como Bayoneta o Metal Gear Rising, aun que este que han realizado para NieR: Automata en particular a mi gusto, se me hace el mas satisfactorio y resultón por las animaciones de combate de los diferentes personajes, que están tan sumamente bien detalladas, que cuando realizas ciertos combos a enemigos simplemente te deja asombrado las locuras increíbles capaces que se pueden ejecutar.

    En cuanto a la historia y personajes no debo, ni quiero contar mucho al respecto, pero lo que si quiero comentar es que jamás pensé que este juego al final me fuera a encandilar y maravillar por este apartado. Creo que es mejor que cada uno sin ninguna clase de spoiler lo descubra por si mismo. Eso si, debo decir que las primeras 10 horas de juego estaremos algo desubicados en cuanto a argumento, que poco a poco se ira desengranando, dando paso a cambios que para nada esperaremos y nos dejaran impresionados. Es un juego al que, por favor, hay que dedicar un mínimo de horas para que vaya enganchando, si llevas 5 o 6 horas jugando a Nier: Automata y ves que es algo que no va contigo, o que simplemente te esta aburriendo. Por favor, continua, y continúalo hasta el final verdadero, no te quedes a medias por nada del mundo. Te aseguro que merece mucho pero que mucho la pena todo lo que vas a vivir y sentir en cuanto a argumento y evolución de la trama. No tengas ansias de terminar el juego, simplemente ve dejándote llevar, y disfruta.

    La banda sonora es sencillamente hermosa, esta al nivel de las mejores bandas sonoras de la historia. Con un toque único, como es el de esta saga en muchos aspectos, canciones que carecen de sentido ya que las letras de estas composiciones están escritas en diferentes idiomas imaginándolos de cara al futuro como podrían sonar, pero no por eso son peores, de hecho es todo lo contrario, la logran dotar de una personalidad única, y con la que consiguen transmitir mucho, llegando a hacerte sentir, grandeza, melancolía, tristeza... y todo ello, con una vocalización llena de cariño y belleza en cada una de sus composiciones, con lo que son capaces de introducirte totalmente en el videojuego.

    Para mi NieR: Automata es sinónimo de, descubrimiento, humanidad, y por supuesto también de reflexión. Creo que nadie que finalice Nier: Automata puede quedar indiferente ante el. No voy a decir que me haya cambiado la vida, pero si que me ha dado motivación a pensar en ciertas cosas de manera diferente.

    Siempre van a faltar palabras para poder definir a un videojuego de estas características, pero en definitiva, es uno de los mejores juegos de esta generación. Y que para todo aquel que lo finalice, dejara un recuerdo y un pensar, que será inolvidable. Una obra de arte.    … Expand
  3. Sangetsu-II
    Mar 22, 2017
    10
    Amazing game, has different gameplay varieties, great story and the music is the best!

    Gameplay 10/10

    Story: 10/10

    Sound: 10/10

    Replayability: 10/10
  4. shadowloo
    May 26, 2018
    10
    I can't believe I put this game on hold because of the disappointing Mass Effect Andromeda. Nier Automata isn't just my personal GOTY for 2017 but it probably ones of the best games ever made. Combining Yoko Taro's genius writing with platinum games' solid fighting system is a golden (or dare I say platinum) combination. Nier doesn't just manage to seamlessly combine different gameI can't believe I put this game on hold because of the disappointing Mass Effect Andromeda. Nier Automata isn't just my personal GOTY for 2017 but it probably ones of the best games ever made. Combining Yoko Taro's genius writing with platinum games' solid fighting system is a golden (or dare I say platinum) combination. Nier doesn't just manage to seamlessly combine different game elements, but what it does with story telling...oh boy...saying it transcends gaming wouldn't be an exaggeration. The only thing I can say without spoiling anything is, make sure you play past the first ending. You need to play the game twice (though the 2nd time is a completely different experience) to unlock the rest of the game.… Expand
  5. edzep82
    Mar 13, 2017
    10
    NieR: Automata is my favourite game of the year so far. Featuring a superbly presented story and incredibly fast paced, satisfying combat mechanics from Platinum Games. The combination of the two provide much desire to keep coming back for more and intrigues until the very end(s).
  6. PawpawTheCat
    May 1, 2017
    10
    Wow!! I love this game! I bought it out of a whim after finishing nioh. Been playing action games for some time now. Started with ninja gaiden, then soul series, then bloodborn and nioh. It was a toss up between getting and replaying the remastered devil may cry for PS4 or this. Im happy I tried something new. This game is a work of art. BUY IT!!
  7. Lokichan
    Sep 22, 2019
    10
    One of the best games......................,.......,,,,,,...................
  8. YuyoDrift
    Apr 12, 2017
    10
    A game that I believe no one will ever forget, once they have played it.

    My experience with playing NieR:Automata, has left me with emotions, that I never knew could EVER be felt by just playing a video game. It was a terrific experience, and I would gladly do it all over again, just to feel like I did once more.
  9. TheBourbonKid
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    Another Masterpiece for Ps4 while XBox users are waiting for a good Title. I wonder what Games should the Users play on the upcoming Scorpio ??:D

    Nier runs perfect smooth with 60 fps and looks great. Nice combat-system. Interesting Story.

    10/10
  10. Multipleman
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    A true trailblazer. Never before have I played a game that was capable of switching genres on the fly. Nier Automata is everything I had hoped Final Fantasy XV would of been. At first I was sceptical but I am glad I took the plunge. I would love to see more games genre-bend in the future.
  11. Metatron245
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    Probably the greatest game ever for its genre. I am having a blast. I've made it to the 2nd boss (3rd if you count tutorial) and the music, the ambiance, and story is gripping me! Plays super smooth on my PS4 Pro I just got (bought it for Zero Horizon Dawn). Just wanted to type a few words... get it!
  12. PrinceNoctis47
    Mar 21, 2017
    10
    This game is truly and utterly amazing. The graphics are good,, the characters are surprisingly good considering they're androids, make sure you completely endings A-E so you can have the full experience. This game is simply amazing
  13. Wifflum
    Jun 12, 2017
    10
    This game has the best execution of a story that I've seen in my life. I say execution because, while the plot points have a pretty substantial effect on me, the emotional moments are hundreds of miles beyond any other game, or even movie. Without a doubt this game is a highlight of my video gaming life, and I strongly doubt I'll ever forget about this game.

    As for the combat and the    This game has the best execution of a story that I've seen in my life. I say execution because, while the plot points have a pretty substantial effect on me, the emotional moments are hundreds of miles beyond any other game, or even movie. Without a doubt this game is a highlight of my video gaming life, and I strongly doubt I'll ever forget about this game.

    As for the combat and the large changes in gameplay, I think you'll get a lot of mixed opinions from people, but personally I'm playing through fresh once more. The gameplay is good enough to make doing everything again on a harder difficulty appealing, but maybe that's me. I also don't want this game to leave my life for as long as I can hold onto it.    … Expand
  14. Samyar91
    Apr 5, 2017
    10
    One of the best game I've ever played...from art to gameplay and soundtracks...and the story is mindblowing...two thumbs up!It's a must buy game.as you go through,the game become more intresting and you will connect to it's world that you never exprienced such a artistic wonderfull world they created before...with passion and heart
  15. izam
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    This game is perfect, one of the most greatest game fo all time.
    Masterpiece! thanksplatinum games!
    Story
    Characters
    Locations
    Open world
    Graphics
    Optimization

    10/10
  16. vgm
    May 7, 2017
    10
    This is one of the best games I have played in the last years. It might not be a 10 but it's very close. Here is why:

    The characters are very charismatic and, despite being androids, they feel more human than many other characters in other games. The story combines comedy and tragedy and I always want to play more and more in order to know about the thrilling mystery behind the alien    This is one of the best games I have played in the last years. It might not be a 10 but it's very close. Here is why:

    The characters are very charismatic and, despite being androids, they feel more human than many other characters in other games. The story combines comedy and tragedy and I always want to play more and more in order to know about the thrilling mystery behind the alien machines taking over the Earth, humanity living on the moon and the Yorha corporation.

    The gameplay is made in PlatinumGames. It’s very funny and addictive and, despite being an action-RPG game, sometimes it feels like a shoot-em up, sometimes a pure hack and slash and some other times a 2.5D platformer.

    The soundtrack is gorgeous and is also some of the best I heard recently. There are all kind of tracks, from epic choral pieces to more acoustic songs accompanied of children chants. These tracks suit perfectly all the events and locations in the game. To sum up how good the soundtrack was to me, I can say that whenever I wasn’t playing the game, I was listening to the soundtrack…

    The only flaws I found in this game are the graphics, which look a little bit old-fashioned, and some frame rate drops during the game (even playing with a PS4 Pro). It would have been great they included a photo mode.    … Expand
  17. theman222
    Mar 18, 2017
    10
    Nier: Automata is a work of art, and gamers everywhere need to experience it.

    It's definitely not perfect. While the combat is fun, it's a little shallow for my tastes. The graphics aren't the best, but the art style makes up for it somewhat. The narrative takes some questionable turns and the presentation isn't done very well (I'm not saying it's bad either). The difficulty spike from    Nier: Automata is a work of art, and gamers everywhere need to experience it.

    It's definitely not perfect. While the combat is fun, it's a little shallow for my tastes. The graphics aren't the best, but the art style makes up for it somewhat. The narrative takes some questionable turns and the presentation isn't done very well (I'm not saying it's bad either). The difficulty spike from Normal to Hard is completely ridiculous. There are a few good bosses, but there are just as many disappointing ones. The sidequests are hit or miss, and they all boil down to fetch quests.

    In the end, despite its flaws, it's very clear that this game has a ton of heart. My inner critic wants to give this an 8/10, but the experience as a whole had such a profound emotional impact on me (mainly thanks to the compelling narrative and the brilliant soundtrack), that I just can't do it. I know this game got sandwiched between some huge releases, but you should definitely keep it on your radar if it's still there.    … Expand
  18. SimonD00
    Sep 11, 2017
    10
    With a fun and complex combat system that nearly rivals bloodbornes perfected combat, beautifull visuals and probably one of the best and most original stories in a video game ever. If you miss out on this game I'm truly sorry for you.
  19. CyrusDrake25
    Jun 29, 2017
    10
    I just beat the game and still need to get the other main endings. I think I can say, without a doubt, this is an absolute great game. I don't usually care of hack n' slash games but this one kept my attention for a solid 20 hours so far. I think that is because the world is very thought out, superbly detailed, and the music is extremely top notch. I've heard better voice acting but it isI just beat the game and still need to get the other main endings. I think I can say, without a doubt, this is an absolute great game. I don't usually care of hack n' slash games but this one kept my attention for a solid 20 hours so far. I think that is because the world is very thought out, superbly detailed, and the music is extremely top notch. I've heard better voice acting but it is done well enough to enjoy. There is actually a lot of humor in this game which brings some light to a very dark and grim post-apocalyptic setting. Also, game mechanics change up often in this game so it is not just pure hack n' slash. This is also very much an RPG so there is leveling, upgrading weapons, and finding new abilities. It keeps you hooked.

    I don't want to spoil anything for you. You just need to play it yourself.    … Expand
  20. maestro_machine
    Mar 22, 2017
    10
    Nier Automata is one of the best action RPGs I have ever played. It's a game that shares a lot of commonalities with FFXV, to the point where there is an appearance of a certain object in Nier Automata from FFXV. The game is fast paced, and fairly difficult on normal difficulty. The game is phenomenal, tragic and it has a deep story. It has 26 endings, the real endings designated by theNier Automata is one of the best action RPGs I have ever played. It's a game that shares a lot of commonalities with FFXV, to the point where there is an appearance of a certain object in Nier Automata from FFXV. The game is fast paced, and fairly difficult on normal difficulty. The game is phenomenal, tragic and it has a deep story. It has 26 endings, the real endings designated by the first 5 letters of the english alphabet, but really the first 2 "endings" are not endings because the game continues on with a 3rd part of the game that has 3 real endings. All other endings F through Z are joke endings that a player can get by replaying certain parts of the game and/or doing certain actions. If you love action RPGs, then this is the game for you.… Expand
  21. shiftyman
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    Just an amazing game in every aspect, a true candidate for game of the year. Truly deserves the accolades it receives, no fake puppet reviews like horizon yawn by Sony pigeons here.
  22. Sagnol
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    Aside from butt and hot scenes the Storyline and the Concept is amazing!
    And seriously such an underrated game : I know it didn't get the love from developers to support it even with some updates but the actors,the soundtrack and the gameplay is more unique than most of 2017 games.
  23. Ishi123
    Oct 6, 2018
    10
    A game this good is rare. A game capable of tugging emotions so strongly while imposing questions about purpose, loss, and life itself is even rarer. A perfect lovechild of the amazing gameplay of Platinum with the incredible storytelling of Yoko Taro, this game is the proud owner of the title of the only game that made me cry actual tears not once, but two times. Absolutely astounding andA game this good is rare. A game capable of tugging emotions so strongly while imposing questions about purpose, loss, and life itself is even rarer. A perfect lovechild of the amazing gameplay of Platinum with the incredible storytelling of Yoko Taro, this game is the proud owner of the title of the only game that made me cry actual tears not once, but two times. Absolutely astounding and buying it should be mandatory for everyone with a PS4.… Expand
  24. Xabretooth
    Nov 11, 2019
    10
    This is another game that didnt apeal to me at first and it turned out to be one of my favorite games. The story may be a little weird to follow but after a while i connected to it and didn't want it to end. Hopefully SquareEnix comes out with a sequel for this game.
  25. Arthur123
    Mar 22, 2018
    10
    Jogo fantástico em sua trilha sonora,história,cenários,personagens, misturando elementos de RPG,Hack and slash e Shoot 'em up alternando momentos entre o 3D e o 2D de maneira perfeita sem contar que não possui carregamento no seu mapa inteiro tornando o jogo mais incrível ainda, um jogo mais que recomendado pois te obriga a completar as suas diversas quests para entender a história deJogo fantástico em sua trilha sonora,história,cenários,personagens, misturando elementos de RPG,Hack and slash e Shoot 'em up alternando momentos entre o 3D e o 2D de maneira perfeita sem contar que não possui carregamento no seu mapa inteiro tornando o jogo mais incrível ainda, um jogo mais que recomendado pois te obriga a completar as suas diversas quests para entender a história de forma completa e finaliza-lo mais de uma vez caso queira ver o final verdadeiro nota 10 nesta obra prima.… Expand
  26. ReeferMad
    Mar 14, 2017
    10
    I'm not too big into anime or JRPGs nor do I understand the Nier universe and the story from which it spins off, BUT I took a chance, listened to the public and critics and I am deeply entertained by this game. It's all familiar, the hack and slash combat, sandbox, questing, NPCs, story-lines YET it all feels so innovative. Nier: Automata has a satisfying combat system combined with aI'm not too big into anime or JRPGs nor do I understand the Nier universe and the story from which it spins off, BUT I took a chance, listened to the public and critics and I am deeply entertained by this game. It's all familiar, the hack and slash combat, sandbox, questing, NPCs, story-lines YET it all feels so innovative. Nier: Automata has a satisfying combat system combined with a weird, yet refreshing open world. While some may not admire the graphics, they actually fit well in the universe it builds. Because you play as an android I attribute the look at to how the world would look to a humanoid computer. It's all very fitting. I suggest, if you're on the fence to give this game a chance and spend that dollar, so your purchase encourages the industry and developers to keep making wholly unique and enjoyable games.

    GET NIER:AUTOMATA! If you still aren't convinced the PSN store has a great demo which actually showcases very well what to expect from the game. The demo comes from about the first 20-30 min of the game.

    2017 is a great year for gaming and its again supported by a quality release like Nier:Automata.    … Expand
  27. Jamesshen
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Well nier automata is one of the game that ill never forget for the rest of my gaming life. If you give me a choice of giving this game 11/10, i would gladly do so. Its actually combining platinum's great action gameplay into Taro Yoko's amazing story telling. The action in this game felt so fluid and amazing. But what wins me over was the amazing story paired with emotional andWell nier automata is one of the game that ill never forget for the rest of my gaming life. If you give me a choice of giving this game 11/10, i would gladly do so. Its actually combining platinum's great action gameplay into Taro Yoko's amazing story telling. The action in this game felt so fluid and amazing. But what wins me over was the amazing story paired with emotional and outstanding music. This game fill you up with non ending emotions. Sometimes you will laugh looking at those cute robots and sometimes you will cry when all the hope is lost. Dont listen to bad reviewers, buy it today now or you will regret when the stock runs out!!… Expand
  28. estebambuco
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    Excelente jugabilidad, una nueva propuesta brillante, un hack and slash variado, con buenas animaciones, con cambios de cámara que parece que estuvieras jugando varios juegos a la vez, lucha, de naves, de bala, parece que jugaras en la super nintendo en algunas ocasiones por cómo te colocan la cámara y volvieras a la PS4 en otros momentos. Además de buena historia con varios finalesExcelente jugabilidad, una nueva propuesta brillante, un hack and slash variado, con buenas animaciones, con cambios de cámara que parece que estuvieras jugando varios juegos a la vez, lucha, de naves, de bala, parece que jugaras en la super nintendo en algunas ocasiones por cómo te colocan la cámara y volvieras a la PS4 en otros momentos. Además de buena historia con varios finales alternativos y lo más importante, te invita a rejugarlo una y otra vez en otras dificultades para completar otros finales y comprender aún más la historia. Muy divertido, recomendado para los que buscan un desafío con una buena historia.… Expand
  29. Zurce
    Mar 18, 2017
    10
    Best Yoko Taro work, an ode to the videogames that rescues forgotten mechanics to give live to a master piece. Artistically incomparable with a script that will brand you
  30. major_rip
    May 14, 2017
    10
    I really enjoy the great mix of old school side scrolling, top down Japanese game genres that blend together seamlessly with the modern open world 3rd person perspective. Neir-Automata plays fast and furious presenting a welcome challenge to the current trend of homogenized uncreative games on the market today. Platinum has done an excellent job once again creating a absolutely beautifulI really enjoy the great mix of old school side scrolling, top down Japanese game genres that blend together seamlessly with the modern open world 3rd person perspective. Neir-Automata plays fast and furious presenting a welcome challenge to the current trend of homogenized uncreative games on the market today. Platinum has done an excellent job once again creating a absolutely beautiful universe with strong characters designs and a good story. The game does have its flaws, and can be confusing at times, but what it does right more than makes up for its shortcoming.… Expand
  31. Moish
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    From the best of Platinum Games and Square Enix brought to life by the genius of Yoko Taro one of those games both in gameplay and story that only Japanese developers can create, great merger of game mechanics into story and story into game mechanics, lots of fun, entertainment and an interesting moving story.
  32. frederik1478
    Feb 3, 2022
    10
    One of the best games on the PS4 and 1 days gone to stay in your heart for a rest of your life if you play it. I would not say this game is fun to play All The time but when it's good it's really good it's some of the best gameplay and Story in the medium. Efterladt mig med en tåre i øjet
  33. Rasecnort
    Mar 24, 2017
    10
    NieR Automata es sin lugar a dudas un título fantástico. Una carta de amor a los videojuegos, puesto que junta de una forma sublime diversos géneros sin que quede raro. Además la historia es sencillamente sublime, el diseño de personajes, la BSO, los personajes, su mundo y lore...
    Si os gusta el RPG con una acción increíble a 60 fps, no dudéis más, que vale cada céntimo gastado.
  34. fantasticknight
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    NieR: Automata - another masterpiece from Platinum Games. I was fascinated by this game, and I'm ready to go back again and again. The game reminded me the best of Metal Gear Rising.

    Atmosphere + Story + (A lot of endings, some very tragic, you'll cry) Characters + (A2, B2 sweet) Locations + Open world + Graphics + Optimization + 2017 is very good! NieR: Automata is now on the    NieR: Automata - another masterpiece from Platinum Games. I was fascinated by this game, and I'm ready to go back again and again. The game reminded me the best of Metal Gear Rising.

    Atmosphere +
    Story + (A lot of endings, some very tragic, you'll cry)
    Characters + (A2, B2 sweet)
    Locations +
    Open world +
    Graphics +
    Optimization +

    2017 is very good! NieR: Automata is now on the list of my favorite games that nobody should miss.    … Expand
  35. Mindtricks
    Sep 7, 2018
    10
    Potential GOTY here, beautiful story with multiple endings, The varied gameplay that astonishes in this game and lacks in too many current games, The SOUNDTRACK that makes landscapes, and combats are amazing, if you read this I recommend you buy this game in the platform you want because it is an excellent game.
  36. Frankdnb
    Jul 27, 2017
    10
    This game is more of a philosophy than a game, it makes you ponder existentialism and what makes us human. Beautiful music, well developed characters and an incredible storyline. This game is...nier...perfect. BECOME AS GODS!
  37. uVimOvil
    Mar 21, 2017
    10
    increible juego, nunca habia jugado a nada tan innovador en todos los sentidos de la palabra hasta sus creditos del final son unicos, el juego no acaba cuando acaba ni acaba cuando vuelve a acabar y a cada vez que lo 'reinicias supuestamente' todo cambia y te van dando mas informacion hasta que pum al final todo cuadra y la historia que te cuentan es Amazing ;) un 10 ... mencion especial aincreible juego, nunca habia jugado a nada tan innovador en todos los sentidos de la palabra hasta sus creditos del final son unicos, el juego no acaba cuando acaba ni acaba cuando vuelve a acabar y a cada vez que lo 'reinicias supuestamente' todo cambia y te van dando mas informacion hasta que pum al final todo cuadra y la historia que te cuentan es Amazing ;) un 10 ... mencion especial a los 3 protas 2b, 9s y a2 son increibles...… Expand
  38. reaperzone
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    I can only say great things about this game it is that amazing. The combat is awesome, so much to do and explore, the sound score is one of the best I have heard in a long time and the story does a great job in making you question if you are doing the right thing. Not to mention multiple stories so the replay value is blown wide open it is a must buy if you like fast-paced action combat games.
  39. BlakDak666
    Jul 30, 2017
    10
    This will be my third and final revision of my score/quick review on NieR: Automata. I very rarely give 10s for games and while many can find this game to not be anywhere near that (and even enjoy it still) it is totally acceptable to say that this will not be for everyone. Considering the PC port still hasn't been fixed (let alone any patches for the game since launch on the PS4 either),This will be my third and final revision of my score/quick review on NieR: Automata. I very rarely give 10s for games and while many can find this game to not be anywhere near that (and even enjoy it still) it is totally acceptable to say that this will not be for everyone. Considering the PC port still hasn't been fixed (let alone any patches for the game since launch on the PS4 either), you will likely write the game off as buggy and untested. Even as you come into the game in full circle, characters behave awkwardly at times, quests can be boring to complete, fighting enemies can be mundane and lack spice of variety, the writing can have dips that don't make sense and really alot of its combat and system is pretty easy to exploit. Individually, each mechanic is basic at its core with nothing to write home about. Combined however and you have an experience that is outstanding.

    I love how this game is utilized. The way the medium is played is something I rarely see in games and on top of that work and don't come off as pretentious. While Yoko Taro is very blunt and straightforward with his odd persona the reflections of his views on the world are very much in this game and it makes it more interesting to me as a player to see how he feels about something. To put this as easy as I can. NieR: Automata is one giant stage play and philosophical trip of what we humans always seem to think about in our everyday lives to some degree. The world is bland, boring and really lacks any sort of splendor, but THAT'S the beauty of it: it doesn't need pretty graphic engines to prove it and it doesn't need much color to prove it's points. The enemy variety does leave alot to be desired and even after your first act done you'll become tired of fighting them, but THAT is exactly Yoko Taro's point: killing things that are so easy to you or coming at such a repeating pace is only going to numb your enjoyment to the finer moments the game offers.

    The characters are odd and eccentric and will clearly act out of character, but perhaps that's the point. 2B is clearly a parody of sorts to the typical male soldier that follows all orders and clearly doesn't want to show feelings or emotions, yet she does and isn't technically human. She says things that contradict her previous quote, so is it a glitch in her system? A mistake by the team? It's easy to see on the surface it's the devs doing this but I playing almost 100 hours of the game has made me tear back the layers it offers and realize so much about myself as a gamer and person.

    Considering the game is a budget game on top of that, you get a rare example of a indie/AAA game hybrid that is as niche and unique compared to many other games on the market. It's why despite the issues I might have in performance, it's style and delivery is superb as you finish the true ending and sit back and think hard. If you love art games like Shadow of The Colossus or Journey, then you will understand why you should approach this with a more open mind than simply "is the combat good? is the open world full of great content?" like some critics and people who I think looked at this game all wrong.

    A 10/10 game doesn't have to be deemed perfect. Nothing is and no matter the game there will always be flaws. NieR: Automata can have even major flaws, but I tend to judge it also on how much I enjoyed the game. I was skeptical initially but by the end I embraced the game's brilliance close to heart, bought the soundtrack out of respect for Yoko Taro and his team and have not faltered on my stance for the game. If anything, the more I return to the game and look at its layers of understanding, I felt a sense of wonder that I could not find in any other game in my life. Not the graphics, or the combat, but really the medium and how well it's handled that very few games do now in an age where risk is not worth the expense of profit loss.

    Call me pretentious, call this game pretentious but I love this game for what it set out to do and nailed it through and through. Yoko Taro and his team crafted a gem that only gets better as I enter back into the game time and time again. Once again, this is not meant to appeal everyone but with it's structure I'd wager it's one of the finest examples of how mixing genres and types can prove wonderful. A 10/10 breaks grounds on what games should try to match and proceed past that with greater effect. NieR: Automata, out of the hundreds of games I've played, is one of the greatest games of all time for me and will always stay strong in my mind for years to come.    … Expand
  40. Ultima777
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    One of the best action RPG'S ever made.The storyline is wonderful,the chracters are indeed interesting and adds a nice flare to the story.One of the best improvements than the last nier game.
  41. Monuminides
    Mar 21, 2017
    10
    NieR Automata es una historia profunda que llega al corazón, este tipo de contenidos son muy poco frecuentes por no decir casi inexistentes en los videojuegos. Cuando un logra que las horas se hagan minutos sin recurrir a deslumbrantes gráficos es indicativo de que algo grande se cuece. La mente brillante detrás de este proyecto el señor Yoko Taro ha logrado plasmar en este RPG de acciónNieR Automata es una historia profunda que llega al corazón, este tipo de contenidos son muy poco frecuentes por no decir casi inexistentes en los videojuegos. Cuando un logra que las horas se hagan minutos sin recurrir a deslumbrantes gráficos es indicativo de que algo grande se cuece. La mente brillante detrás de este proyecto el señor Yoko Taro ha logrado plasmar en este RPG de acción multi-genero, una historia que es una obra de arte en si misma. Personajes entrañables, un diseño de niveles bello a pesar de no contar con los mejores efectos visuales, el trabajo de los actores de voz (un gran reconocimiento a los seiyuus japoneses), una banda sonora sublime donde la música se fusiona de forma espectacular con la narrativa (un gran reconocimiento al señor Keiichi Okabe), y una historia que te atrapará por completo dan lugar a una verdadera "Masterpiece".
    NieR Automata no son gráficos espectaculares, no es la mejor resolución en pantalla, no es un juego perfecto. Pero sin lugar a duda estamos ante una obra maestra, y definitivamente personajes como 2B, 9S, 2A y compañía no caerán en el olvido y décadas después seguiremos recordando con cariño aquel momento que nos marcó en la historia de los videojuegos.    … Expand
  42. eyecanseeyou
    Sep 14, 2017
    10
    One word: AMAZING. Deep lore, great gameplay made by Platinum Games, ingenious OST and Taro's twisted mind behind the game makes Nier:Automata together with P5 to one of the game highlights this year. N:A easily puts to shame 99% of the recent AAA games.
  43. Boulz
    May 13, 2017
    10
    I picked up this game waiting for a patch for an online game. I'm not usually into single players, but this game really set a new standard for me. The story and atmosphere are incredible and the game play is pretty good. I would suggest playing this alone so you can fully immerse in the atmosphere.
  44. edermath
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Buy it. Best Platinum Game out there. Gameplay and soundtrack is outstanding, the story is a little complex but if you reach the true ending you'll be satisfied.
  45. j_strider
    Apr 9, 2017
    10
    The game's a freakin masterpiece…though a flawed masterpiece. It is definitely a unique experience, the likes of which I have not come across often. Getting into what's great (and stuff which is not so great):

    Pros: *Story: An incredibly twisted, thought-provoking and moving story, which really starts to unravel itself in the most unique way through subsequent play-throughs. As it's a    The game's a freakin masterpiece…though a flawed masterpiece. It is definitely a unique experience, the likes of which I have not come across often. Getting into what's great (and stuff which is not so great):

    Pros:
    *Story: An incredibly twisted, thought-provoking and moving story, which really starts to unravel itself in the most unique way through subsequent play-throughs. As it's a Yoko Taro game, expect a lot of dark moments.
    *Combat: Fast-paced and super satisfying, plus it changes up with each character you play.
    *Boss fights: This game has some of the most creative and crazy boss battles you will experience!
    *Switches genres: Go from a third-person to side-scroller to bullet hell to mini-arcades to other game genres I didn't even know existed. But it is all seamless and addictive!
    *Soundtrack: The music of the game is phenominal and really adds to the narrative and the big story moments.
    *History and lore: At first, it might seem there isn't a lot to the open world, but as you progress and unravel the hystory and mysteries of this dystopian world, there are a great many surprises and easter eggs to discover.
    *Uses the medium to its fullest: Nier Automata is a wholy unique experience, because it likely wouldn't work in any other medium other than as a video-game…that also a Yoko Taro game.

    However, just as everything, the game isn't perfect and has few technical faults.
    Cons:
    *The difficulty is broken: even while playing on normal, the game is at times incredibly easy and at times excruciatingly difficult.
    *Jaggies: the graphics are incredibly jagged and takes some getting used to.
    *Open world is not so open: there are a number of invisble walls (in places there shouldn't be) and gets to be a bit frustrating to navigate at times.
    *Ranged attacks: the combat mechanics of the game is awesome, however, you can find yourself relying too much on the range attack function in situations, that it becomes more of a crutch that takes away from the awesome melee combat, especially in difficult boss battles.

    All in all, Nier Automata is an incredibly unique and riveting experience, the likes of which will stay with you long after you have finished it.    … Expand
  46. Magistarkyo
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Fantastic game! leave it japanese devs to continue to make pretty women, unlike western devs. Do yourself a favor and go buy this game, its really that good.
  47. Mandra
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    IMPORTANT : Don't stop after the first playthrough or you'll only have played like 10% of the game! Just load your save after you finished to start the second playthrough which is different from the first.
    Hope you enjoy this beautiful game!
    1) Very engaging and deep story : 6/10 2) Simple yet fun RPG elements : 7/10 3) Feels-good-man combat system : 8/10 4) Probably one of the most    IMPORTANT : Don't stop after the first playthrough or you'll only have played like 10% of the game! Just load your save after you finished to start the second playthrough which is different from the first.
    Hope you enjoy this beautiful game!

    1) Very engaging and deep story : 6/10
    2) Simple yet fun RPG elements : 7/10
    3) Feels-good-man combat system : 8/10
    4) Probably one of the most beautiful OST of 2017 : 9/10
    5) Multiple endings for deeper background and feeling like playing another game after the end credits : 10/10    … Expand
  48. zclhjw
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. NieR: Automata is no doubtedly the most fantasy game in the fisrt season in the 2017. Grand pattern of music and profound story make me take part in the game of world. Beautiful place, and its scenery is very fascinating for me also a good point. As 2B says goes that, all death is aother start.… Expand
  49. Rstiles7
    Jun 12, 2018
    10
    Going into this game, I had no idea of what to expect. This was a game that complete flew under the radar in 2017, as I did not hear anyone talk about the game at all. In fact, the only reason I bought this game was because it was on sale and I had seen that it got good reviews, but I was complete unsure of whether I would like the game or not. To say this game exceeded my expectationsGoing into this game, I had no idea of what to expect. This was a game that complete flew under the radar in 2017, as I did not hear anyone talk about the game at all. In fact, the only reason I bought this game was because it was on sale and I had seen that it got good reviews, but I was complete unsure of whether I would like the game or not. To say this game exceeded my expectations would be a massive understatement.

    The second I began playing this game, I instantly loved it, as the game throws you into one of the most diverse and memorable tutorials in video game history. You begin by playing through a 2D shooter-like level, before then moving into a 3D hack-and-slash playstyle that feels so much better than I ever could have dreamed of it being. From there on out, I could not stop playing this game, as it succeeds so well in almost every aspect I can think of. As I said before, the gameplay and combat are fantastic, because not only does the game give you many different types of weapons to use (all of which work really well) but all of the actions go together so well, such as the pod's ability to use many different types of powers (lasers, shields, giant hammers, etc.) and the very responsive dodging. In addition, the soundtrack is top notch, and every single song throughout the entire game feels so atmospheric and sets the tone perfectly. I found myself listening to the soundtrack for weeks after finishing the game, and even now, I still listen to many of the songs. Other positive aspects of this game include epic boss fights, fun side quests, and interesting lore.

    In terms of the game's story, the idea of robots ruling over a post-apocalyptic Earth may seem uninspired and unoriginal, but the formula and execution of the story are both done so well that it makes this one of the best stories in video game history. I won't go too in depth on the plot, but I will go over a rough summary: it involves an organization of android soldiers called "Yorha" that was created by humans as a last ditch effort to fight back against the robots on Earth and save humanity. The story centers around the androids "2B" and "9S" who complete many missions under the command of Yorha in order to exterminate the robots on Earth and help bring humanity back home. Throughout the course of the game, you will encounter numerous shocking plot twists, memorable characters, and unforgettable lore and dialogue. Now, the story does require multiple playthroughs in order to experience everything, but this is not a bad thing, as you will play as a different character during each playthrough and see the story from a different perspective each time. I won't spoil anything that occurs, but what I will say is that this will be a story you will never forget.

    Unfortunately, even with the huge amount of great aspects that this game brings, it does have shortcomings. Firstly, there is very little reason to try and explore the world of this game, as you will rarely ever find anything spectacular. You might find one or two cool things, but otherwise it isn't worth your time to do a whole lot of exploring. Secondly, some of the bullet-shooter minigames you are forced to play are way too hard. In fact, I encountered several that I swear were almost completely impossible to beat unless you put the game on easy mode, which is always a sign of bad game design. Finally, the game should've have a few more interesting side quests than it does have. Some of them are indeed great, but a lot of them don't feel worth your time and effort.

    All and all, Nier: Automata is an incredible game that falls just short of being a masterpiece. But regardless, this is an absolute must-have title for PS4 and PC gamers alike, and one you definitely will not forget.    … Expand
  50. Sektor_X
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    In the first few minutes of gameplay you are already excited and even more with the beautiful protagonist, 2B.
    NieR: Automata is a crazy game for crazy people. When you face your first boss, you think: What the **** is that? Ah yes . . . The wonderful world of Yoko Taro. The soundtrack is incredible, I've never heard anything like it! You end the game, you think you know everything about    In the first few minutes of gameplay you are already excited and even more with the beautiful protagonist, 2B.
    NieR: Automata is a crazy game for crazy people. When you face your first boss, you think: What the **** is that? Ah yes . . . The wonderful world of Yoko Taro. The soundtrack is incredible, I've never heard anything like it! You end the game, you think you know everything about him, but you really do not know much about anything, baby. I really do not know what to write, I'm still shaking.    … Expand
  51. 1080pony
    Apr 8, 2017
    10
    + Gameplay, Artstyl, Emotional and philosophic story, Great characters
    - Only 900p on Standard PS4 and some framerate drops from time to time, Graphics/textures could be better
  52. bellonman
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    This is the first game in a while that had me searching through all pieces of story through intel or extra content in order to understand more about the story and characters. This truly a masterpiece of storytelling, which makes good use of multiple endings and different perspectives. It's a very unique experience. I think where this game truly shines is in its themes and characters. EveryThis is the first game in a while that had me searching through all pieces of story through intel or extra content in order to understand more about the story and characters. This truly a masterpiece of storytelling, which makes good use of multiple endings and different perspectives. It's a very unique experience. I think where this game truly shines is in its themes and characters. Every single mission and character is important to expanding on the themes and thus enhancing the story. Most videogames lack themes which make the games have unique experiences. This game takes full advantage of it. Also, the music is some of the best I've heard in a videogame. The combat is cool too.… Expand
  53. Syren
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Did you talk about innovation ?
    Platinum used a mixture of formulas with hack and slash, platform, Arcade, 2D, RPG and other elements; Let's consider which games of this type would be considered "Mediocre", where in this generation what matters is FPS and graphics of last generation - and it is worth noting that it was a very risky recipe, but Platinum did its homework. Throughout the    Did you talk about innovation ?
    Platinum used a mixture of formulas with hack and slash, platform, Arcade, 2D, RPG and other elements; Let's consider which games of this type would be considered "Mediocre", where in this generation what matters is FPS and graphics of last generation - and it is worth noting that it was a very risky recipe, but Platinum did its homework. Throughout the game, you feel that you are part of the game's plot. Congratulations to all Platinum staff who did a great job. I am grateful to have lived all these years to play this work of art. Master Yoko Taro, take good care of your health, because we need more games like this :)    … Expand
  54. KittySona
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Nier Automata is a very well, fleshed out game that revolves around a post apocalyptic setting set many years in the future where humans have left the earth due to an unknown alien attack. Nier Automata has many things going for it, from the enriching plot/story, to the fast paced combat system. The Combat is very fluid, something that hasn't been seen in Platinum Games since Bayonetta 2,Nier Automata is a very well, fleshed out game that revolves around a post apocalyptic setting set many years in the future where humans have left the earth due to an unknown alien attack. Nier Automata has many things going for it, from the enriching plot/story, to the fast paced combat system. The Combat is very fluid, something that hasn't been seen in Platinum Games since Bayonetta 2, and the story, being made by the famous Yoko Taro himself, is very unique and down right depressing at its very core. If you're looking for a video game that focuses a lot of its time on its narrative, as well as giving engaging gameplay, this is definitely the game to check out.… Expand
  55. TheTG
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    NieR Automata can't be done justice with a review, you have to play the game to comprehend how amazing this game is. Fantastic combat, fantastic story, fantastic soundtrack and great resolution and fps performance.
  56. chslin
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    You will have to buy and play this game by yourself to understand how good it is! I spent 65 hours to realize I was only playing the preview of this game. After that, the true story begins and blow off my mind. Also, the sound of this game is so good that I can't get it out of my head. BUY IT! that is the only suggestion that I can give to you guys.
  57. kyrsben
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Yoko Taro has spent his life trying to make games that push the limits of the medium, but has always been held back by shoestring budgets and developers of questionable competence. With this new Platinum collaboration, it finally pays off. Nier Automata is an absolute masterclass game on every level that makes other games feel unfulfilling and small in scope. Every time you think you'veYoko Taro has spent his life trying to make games that push the limits of the medium, but has always been held back by shoestring budgets and developers of questionable competence. With this new Platinum collaboration, it finally pays off. Nier Automata is an absolute masterclass game on every level that makes other games feel unfulfilling and small in scope. Every time you think you've figured it out, it changes and becomes larger, the stakes become higher, pulls the rug from under you, switches genres, perspectives, characters, mechanics, it doesn't stop. No one stops. This is the only game I've played that actually becomes continuously better the more you play it. Drawbacks are few and nitpicky. More enemy variety would be nice, some textures are low res, some side quests are dull, and god, I feel like such a douche even typing these out because they don't remotely matter. Probably the only drawback that matters is that the game gets a while to get going - the first route tells you nothing of the story and leaves you confused, forcing a second and third (and fourth and fifth and...) playthrough. Frontloading the story and craziness a bit more would probably have been a good idea, but like its protagonist, Nier Automata has its goods in the back end.

    Bottom line: Nier Automata is absolute top tier. If you have a PS4 and don't get this game, I seriously have to ask - why the f___ did you even buy it?    … Expand
  58. iamhuman1
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Although the game play gets repetitive after a while especially since you have five endings to get, the story picks it up. I did not expect a "happy" ending due to the fact that this game is made by Yoko Taro but lo and behold, ending E gives a happy feel for me. The characters are lovable, even when they are on the other side of the war. Some side quests were REALLY interesting and even disturbing at times but for me that's on the great side of the game. The soundtrack is really amazing and really captures the feel of the environment. Overall, a really good game to buy and get immersed into. Get ready to get depressed and feel empty at times, though.… Expand
  59. InfinityCritic1
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    An excellent part of the continuation of the legendary game NieR.My game I liked strongly unambiguously.The game will soon be released on PC I know what I will buy on my computer
  60. Revenancer
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    This is a possible GOTY for sure. I say this even as someone who has been spending a lot of time playing Zelda: BOTW. The gameplay in Nier: Automata is crisp. Combat is smooth, exciting, and engaging. The soundtrack is totally on point. It fits the game well and really enhances the gameplay experience. The story is quirky, but it's an interesting one for sure.

    Great music (probably best    This is a possible GOTY for sure. I say this even as someone who has been spending a lot of time playing Zelda: BOTW. The gameplay in Nier: Automata is crisp. Combat is smooth, exciting, and engaging. The soundtrack is totally on point. It fits the game well and really enhances the gameplay experience. The story is quirky, but it's an interesting one for sure.

    Great music (probably best of the year, even this early), amazing combat, a good story, etc. Definitely give it a try if you love action games.    … Expand
  61. Marka14
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    This game has many flaws.
    But I can not dislike it.
    The world view, music and art style intensely attract players. It can not be experienced in other games.
    The side view complements the world view.
    Many players will think that they do not want to let go, even after clearing.
    The soundtrack is undoubtedly the best quality in recent years.
  62. inory850628
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    NieR: Automata is very good game for me！I very like music for this game, I'm not a fan of Japanese style games,Horizon and The Witcher 3 is my gaming style,but this game is surprised me！
  63. LSM224556
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is a true masterpiece. People frequently label a game as "masterpiece" casually and make this word looks so cheap. But I can tell you that this game is a real masterpiece. I call it masterpiece do not mean that the game has no flaw at all. This game has some flaws but these flaws are not enough to reduce the score.

    Nier:automata provides a completely unique experience to players. First, the unique story telling, it is still Yoko Taro style and it is better than the old games from him. The game could be divided into two section, the first half is about Adam and Eve and the second half is about the secret of human, machine life form and the YoRHa. The "Multiple Ending" of the game is in fact multiple story lines. It is so different from other game that only a few new features in ng+. The ng+ of this game is play as another character and hence you can look into the story from a different perspective. During the 2nd play-through, many ideas will came out and make you step into thinking. The 3rd is a new chapter after the first 2 ending.

    The game leading you to think some sort of Existentialism questions. Both sides include in the war looks so difference but they have many similarity. Both of them are lost their purpose to exist. it is not difficult to find out that both of them are suffering from that and you can see how they try to escape from the pain.

    The stories of the side quests are no bad, they make the world more solid. Also, some quests are about researching how human live. It is quite interesting because we seldom looking at human at this perspective.

    Beside story, the different combat style of the two character make the game stay fresh. Although some people may not like the changes of gameplay.

    The soundtrack and the use of these music is flawless. They use a tone changing technique to control the atmosphere of the game, which is an uncommon amazing approach.

    The flaw of this game are some minor bugs, fps drop in some area or chapters and low difficulty when your level is too high. But these problem are not affecting the gaming experience so much.

    10/10 I can't give it a higher score.    … Expand
  64. mephistozx
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Amazing game. One of the best I've played. Music, story, combat...the mechanics are great!
    Also it will have you in tears at times, if you've played he original don't skip on this!
  65. GeoXV
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    NieR Automata is a modern classic JRPG. A refreshing return that proves games with this formula can still work and I'm glad to be able to experience it. Yoko Taro's story's emotions can feel forced at times, but damn it if I can't say this game captivated, subverted, then overcame all my already (high) expectations in traditional Yoko Taro fashion.
  66. Fulcan
    Mar 22, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I thought I was getting crazy action, and goofy characters, but I left with gripping existentialism and devastating emotional blows. NieR: Automata centers around 3 characters in world set 10,000 years in the future where humans have seemingly retreated to the moon. Androids 2B, 9S, and later, A2, fight an onslaught of alien-made Machine Lifeforms as they unravel the mysteries of what happened to the world and the conspiracies behind them.
    The first act spends its time posing the machines in general as very human-like; they try and emulate emotion, desire, fears, and are posed, overall, as creatures attacking from fear of being destroyed. This sews the seeds of existentialism, asking what life is for these machines, created with a purpose but ultimately separated from it. You experience the first act from the perspective of 2B, then 9S, and see their relationship from both sides.
    The second act strikes hard, fast, and truly without mercy. All of the machines that were somewhat quirky in the first act, and all of your YoRHa (the Androids organization) comrades thriving full of personality, immediately become threats as each Android connected to their network is infected with a virus that turns them hostile, including 2B. The emotional culmination of 2B's journey until she hands over her torch to A2 brought tears to my eyes. You spend so much time with a character, only to see them die as you slowly become less capable of defending yourself.
    As far as the story goes, I'd call it a work of art capable only through the medium of a video game. Yoko Taro chooses to keep you in control of your character through all but the most grand cutscenes, which keeps you used to feeling the master of each situation. In the second act, he wretches your own power away from you and puts you helpless as the Android network falls, and adds a cherry on top by removing a feature present in the first act: the ability to retrieve your fallen body. If you die in combat now, you face nothing but the Game Over screen, and the option to load a previous save. Switching between 9S and A2 on the fly achieves the same multi-character driven effect as any TV series or Anime (likely moreso the latter of the two), When you're ultimately asked to choose between the two of them, the choice is all the harder.
    The story is helped along by an artful diversity of gameplay styles. No matter the character you control, you'll slip between a 3D beat-em-up, a 2D side scroller/shooter, and a Top-Down Twinstick shooter, even more so when you play as 9S whose hacking feature literally turns destroying machines into a twinstick shooter. Each of these changes to gameplay is a powerful choice. The most notable of this is in the final confrontation, when 9S hacks A2 4 times, you play through a hacking mini-game through a previously unseen arena, and as you progress, you slowly realize you're hacking straight into her pause menu, destroying it, and her, completely.
    The soundtrack (I'm listening to it as I write this review) is perfect. The combination of large orchestra, with beautiful vocals in languages I couldn't place, matched with the fast paced changes and dynamic beats of battle, pairs so well with the tone and play of the game.
    I couldn't possibly capture everything in this review, and I'm sure there are notes I've forgotten, but I'll sum up with this: The game is a work of art. It's not often I'm allowed to enjoy a game so thoroughly without my cynic's voice telling me about the bad parts. I have a tendency to exaggerate, but I will admit, from start to the end of the goddamn credits, this game had my undivided attention. If you have the opportunity to play this game, and you refuse, you're a fool.    … Expand
  67. Xanxus00
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    GOTY so far! Best OST of the year no question about it.The only thing that I think would come kinda close for OST is Persona but even then I'm pretty sure Nier will still take it
  68. Vero9999
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    THE game that make you CRY after the true ending.
    META game + Platinum action + Tragic story + Beautiful character.
    You will be immersed into the emotions days after you finished the game.
  69. UrbaboReviews
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    BEST GAME OF THE YEAR. Story, sound, music, and gameplay are all superb. I highly recommend the purchase! ...........................................................................................................................................................................
  70. Atemu
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Nier Automata: In fact this is an amazing game. Platinum corrected the onlly thing that was wrong about the first nier: Gameplay. The history isn't the best I ever see, but it fill its role. The OST is Amazing and the gameplay is addicting.
    I think Nier Automata don't worry about being as realistc as possible, but uses it advantages as a GAME qne nail it.
  71. Kilo_Mike
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Just sublime. The fact that this sequel even exists is a miracle in itself. By far the greatest Yoko Taro game overall so far, IMHO. I have no real complaints, GOTY for me.
  72. Revviolous
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Gameplay, story, sound, and characters are absolutely amazing.
    There is much i can say about this game but really just go and experience the game yourself.
    There might be complaints regarding having to play through another chapter again but what it doesn't tell you is that you play it through with a set of different eyes. There also is the complaint of FPS drops on the PS4 but its a    Gameplay, story, sound, and characters are absolutely amazing.
    There is much i can say about this game but really just go and experience the game yourself.

    There might be complaints regarding having to play through another chapter again but what it doesn't tell you is that you play it through with a set of different eyes.
    There also is the complaint of FPS drops on the PS4 but its a miniscule issue that won't have a big effect on your experience.    … Expand
  73. Trichite
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    For this game, the story, music, performance are very good,At the same time the game also has some shortcomings, such as quality in general, frame rate instability...but these are irrelevant, it really touched me.
  74. Hazziness
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Nier : Automata

    Graphics : 7 / 10
    Story : 9/10
    Action n Gameplay : 9/10
    Unique playstyle : 20/10
    Character design : 10/10
    Sound n Music : 25/10

    First you try, you can understand what i said.
  75. dark_ogamiya
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    In a first place I want you to tell that Nier:Automata is masterpiece.
    If you have played Nier or Drakengard 1/3 and beat it than you know that it's pointless to check reviews of Yoko Taro games. I would explain you why: his games are loved because of story and lore, but if you want to get a true ending (if you want to know the full story), than you MUST to beat game several times. Heck,    In a first place I want you to tell that Nier:Automata is masterpiece.
    If you have played Nier or Drakengard 1/3 and beat it than you know that it's pointless to check reviews of Yoko Taro games. I would explain you why: his games are loved because of story and lore, but if you want to get a true ending (if you want to know the full story), than you MUST to beat game several times. Heck, in previous games you need to collect EVERY weapon to proceed through story. There's probably a few "magazine reviewers" that beat his games and get true ending. This is why his previous games got such a low marks on metacritic — they are bad, but the story so AWESOME, that you falling in love with this series of Yoko Taro games.
    And now, speaking about Nier:Automata — he's go even further. You getting a SECOND VOLUME of this game after you beat the game second time to get an ending B. The game itself is fun to play, has many deep stories and I was almost crying a few times (which is RARE to such a cold-hearted **** as I). Automata can give you a challenge if you're a hardcore gamer or make everything easy if you want to enjoy the story.
    In my opinion this is the best game I've played in years. This game overshadowed previous games of PlatinumG and set a high bar for Yoko Taro — I can't even imaging how badass would DOD4 (drakengard 4) looks like in the future.
    Easily 10 out of 10. Game of the year, hack'n'slash of the decade.    … Expand
  76. Lyco
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    A really beautiful game that surpass my expectation.
    Almost everything in this game awesome, the story & plot, the musics, the action/battle, world setting and characters. The game that you must play to understand how good it is and get full experience in a good way.
    Yoko Taro and Platinum game did a good job on this game, this is definitely a gem in PS4.
  77. SylviaLehman
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Mindblowing game ! Masterpiece ! I cried a lot at the Act 3 . Touching .

    Gameplay 10/10
    Soundtrack 10/10
    Story 10/10
    Designer 10/10
    Characters 10/10
    Dubbing 10/10
    Inovation 10/10
    Visuals 8/10
  78. Rozen
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Nier: Automata vastly improves upon its combat system compared to Nier, the story however is still as amazing if not better. Do yourself a favor and play this game, you won't regret it.
  79. Cumdonor69
    May 9, 2017
    10
    (Single player only review)
    Story: 10
    Gameplay: 8
    Characters: 8
    World: 10
    Graphics: 8
    Optimization: 9
    Value: Worth the original price (60$)
    Art direction: 10
    Enjoyment: 10
    Overall: 10
  80. Funposting
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Open world done right. How can Western devs even compete? Sadly this will be overshadowed by other games that just recently came out, but anyone looking for a good, challenging time should consider picking up Nier.
  81. KDFukuyama
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    This is the first impressions about NieR so far:

    STORY: I did not play previous NieR series but I'm not feeling lost about story. And right through some hours in game, it's possible to guess that it will be really an emotional one, which I'm very excited. (10/10) GAMEPLAY: Some people define the genre as Open-World Hack&Slash JRPG, but, like others already said, it's more than that.    This is the first impressions about NieR so far:

    STORY: I did not play previous NieR series but I'm not feeling lost about story. And right through some hours in game, it's possible to guess that it will be really an emotional one, which I'm very excited. (10/10)

    GAMEPLAY: Some people define the genre as Open-World Hack&Slash JRPG, but, like others already said, it's more than that. Actually, there is no definition in my opinion. Put Hack&Slash, JPRG, Open-World, "2D" Platforming, "2D/3D" Shooting, crazy (in a good way) puzzles and other stuffs together and you will have NieR: Automata Genre! Everything is well paced. A good balance between action and exploration. (10/10)

    GRAPHIC: The scenario is beautiful, detailed and with smooth FPS movement on regular PS4. Well made design of the character and mechas. The Main Character 2B has smooth animation and the little touches that makes her so Sexy, Strong and Cool Android! (10/10)

    MUSIC: At last but not least, the music, OMG! The music! So sublime and carefully crafted... I don't remember the last time I had this awesome sensation hearing a game music... So many latest games with almost no music at all, with an excuse to immerse the player into the game (e.a. MGSV PP...) makes me think that something is missing in the end... But it does not happen to NieR! I'm not even at middle of the game and heard a lot of different tracks, smoothly changing depending on areas or situations... Not only that, but the game turns on/off the vocal sound of the music depending on the situation, which I never heard in another game! Fantastic! (10/10)

    CONCLUSION: A MASTERPIECE! (10/10)    … Expand
  82. rudo1990
    Mar 18, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Wie könnte ich Nier: Automata am besten beschreiben ? Für mich war bis jetzt FF7 das beste Spiel aller Zeiten und seit FF7 habe ich kein Spiel gespielt ( und ich habe viele .... viele Spiele gespielt ) welche nur im Ansatz an die Story heran kamen. Nun aus dem Nichts Nier gesehen geholt und 3 Tage nicht das Haus verlassen. Die Story die Charaktere die Grafik und vor allem die Musik haben mich zu Tränen gerührt und ich bin ein Eishockey Spieler .... wir haben keine Tränendrüsen.

    Wer denkt, das Nier zu kurz ist sollte alle 5 Enden durchspielen es wiederholt sich nichts, denn das Spiel ist darauf ausgelegt, das man es mehrfach durch spielt.

    2B OR NOT 2[B]E    … Expand
  83. Khdaface
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    The game is a masterpiece it has a wonderful combination of great stroy, atmosphere, ost and gameplay.
    The game suffers a bit however in the graphic side specially the environment because the team was focusing on delivering fluid high speed 60 fps action.
    I really want to talk about the story but i dont want to spoil it for you. But know that you must finish it more than once to get the    The game is a masterpiece it has a wonderful combination of great stroy, atmosphere, ost and gameplay.
    The game suffers a bit however in the graphic side specially the environment because the team was focusing on delivering fluid high speed 60 fps action.
    I really want to talk about the story but i dont want to spoil it for you. But know that you must finish it more than once to get the full experience. My advise to you is to play the demo that is available for free on psn try it out, if you like what you see I am sure you gonna like the game.    … Expand
  84. cam_sux
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    Nier Automata is a great game. I didn't play the original and came into this cold, not really knowing what to expect.

    The art style is really satisfying and the animations are really silky and nice. The gameplay is the best part of the game. Its quick and fluid and the fighting feels natural and smooth without being too easy. its nice to be able to link up all these combos and    Nier Automata is a great game. I didn't play the original and came into this cold, not really knowing what to expect.

    The art style is really satisfying and the animations are really silky and nice.

    The gameplay is the best part of the game. Its quick and fluid and the fighting feels natural and smooth without being too easy. its nice to be able to link up all these combos and seamlessly switch between weapons without dealing with stamina. it makes sense because 2b is an android after all.

    navigating and exploring the open world is tons of fun. this is the best game i've played on the PlayStation since bloodborne. I think Nier should rightfully take its place as a top 5 PlayStation 4 great next to bloodborne and the last of us.    … Expand
  85. Yasutaka
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    NieR:Automata is just very fun to play the soundtrack of the game (who is magnificent) put you more into the game and the story , the characters are so endearing and you have a lot to do between exploration , Side Quest and main quest the durability is very long so i recommend to everyone to play it !
  86. gabooorn
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    NieR: Automata isa fantastic game everyone should play, with the fun combat perfected by Platinum Games and a crazy story made by the Madman Yoko Taro. This game will take you to the intense feeling of battlefield and deep depression.
  87. Sigfrid0s
    Aug 27, 2017
    10
    Obra maestra, de esas que te entristecen cuando lo terminas porque no sabes como afrontar tus próximos juegos luego de tantas emociones.
    La banda sonora es sin dudas la mejor que he escuchado en mi vida y seguramente no escuchare otra igual.
  88. Rem14
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    Amazing gameplay!
    Amazing characters!
    Amazing story!
    Amazing 60fps!
    Amazing visuals!
    ...oh and Godly music of course!

    Yoko Taro and Platinum games have really outdone themselves this time. Great job!
  89. mayu_euphan
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    Un juego sublime , jugabilidad excelente , gran historia , un juego algo corto , la primera vuelta puedes durar como unas 10 a 12 horas pero el juego tiene varios finales y si no sacas todos los 4 finales no te enteras muy bien , un juego super recomendado
  90. LUMRED
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    Best game ever played after i had become a teenager. Nowadays too many sucks game, Even FFXV story lines not so interesting . But nier automata story was freaking good man. Seriously recommend this game to all of you :)
  91. juanchi120
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    Uno de los mejores juegos que jugue en mi vida. Taro Yoko es un genio creo una obra maravillosa. No dejen de jugarlo hasta el final E que es el true ending una autentica maravilla. Y la banda sonora esta a un nivel altissimo
  92. RaidenHUN
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    The game is amazing. Expecially A2's companing, the music and gameplay is superb. Best hack n' slash I have played for ages. You should learn how to play first, but after that it really is fun, game of the year for me.
  93. KirsiKitty
    Mar 13, 2017
    10
    Please keep in mind, this game has multiple playthroughs, but each one is very different from the last you will have new experiences and learn more and new stories, you will even have new gameplay aspects.

    Nier games exist to make you question your morality, and morality in general. What you know to be the right thing, may actually be the wrong thing. The combat in Automata is    Please keep in mind, this game has multiple playthroughs, but each one is very different from the last you will have new experiences and learn more and new stories, you will even have new gameplay aspects.

    Nier games exist to make you question your morality, and morality in general. What you know to be the right thing, may actually be the wrong thing.

    The combat in Automata is outstanding, the animations really help it be that way, this is probably one of the most perfectly animated games Ive seen. Im about 30 hours in on my second playthrough and Im still discovering new places, new things and it genuinely feels like a new experience itself. The story may look thin on the first, but I promise if you keep playing and learning, it gets very deep very quickly.

    The soundtrack though...The soundtrack is ABSOLUTELY OUTSTANDING. Absolutely beautiful and so many different songs for different areas, fights, situations, and every single one of them is outstanding, havent found a song yet that I dont love.    … Expand
  94. DeadbeatJesus
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    I have been gaming obsessively since 1996, and I made a metacritic account purely to give this game in particular a 10/10. It's an stunning title, and I find it incredibly hard to imagine another game getting my GOTY vote this year. I would buy a PS4 exclusively for this title, if I didn't have one already.

    Graphics - 9/10 - Perfectly suited to the game. Suffers from some mild    I have been gaming obsessively since 1996, and I made a metacritic account purely to give this game in particular a 10/10. It's an stunning title, and I find it incredibly hard to imagine another game getting my GOTY vote this year. I would buy a PS4 exclusively for this title, if I didn't have one already.

    Graphics - 9/10 - Perfectly suited to the game. Suffers from some mild invisible-wall syndrome, but totally within reason. Beautiful, imaginative environments, and no framerate slow-down.
    Sound - 10/10 - One of the best action OSTs of all time, in my personal opinion. The voice acting was believable and endearing, and the sound effects were seemless.
    Gameplay - 10/10 - Smooth, crisp, engaging combat. The regularly changing perspectives and genre blending hold the players' attention well, creating a constantly diverse and exciting experience. The level-up system is simple yet provides incredible freedom, and each weapon class is unique enough that combat feels satisfyingly different with each possible combination.
    Story - 10/10 - I don't usually play games for their stories, but I couldn't help myself with NieR: Automata. It was rife with intrigue, the characters were charismatic, the plot was deep and raised many appealing existential questions. NieR: Automata presents one of the best stories, and some of the best character interactions in a video game to-date.

    Some may ask "Why are you hyping this game up so much?" The answer: It's been so damn long since I played a Triple A game of this calibre. It excites me that this game exists, because it means that other games of the same quality are possible. It gives me nostalgia, whilst feeling up-to-date, and presents a serious plot credibly, whilst maintaing a fantastic sense of humour during side-quests and throughout. In NieR: Automata, moving is fun, fighting is fun, levelling up is fun, questing is fun, fishing whilst listening to the OST and admiring the landscape is fun. It's just damn good fun all-round, and I can't find anything about that disappoints me.

    Buy it. Don't miss this one. It's a standard-setter.    … Expand
  95. Petju
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    What a surprise! Just can't stop to play this masterpiece together with listening to it's absolutely brilliant soundtrack.
    Simply, one of the BEST games ever made and there is nothing more to say.
  96. No1Inparticular
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    Game is an absolute masterpiece that deserves to be experienced by anyone that calls themselves a true gamer. I truly cannot possibly recommend this incredible experience enough. 10/10
  97. SteeLisPain77
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    Gameplay: Great sword play with a lot of variety of combo's and the change or perspective and bullet hell segments add plenty to the experience...playing on the second playthrough as 9S allows you to do more hacking than sword play and the third playthrough allows you to use A2 which has different moves...all in all great gameplay.

    Graphics: Great visuals, but what sets this game apart    Gameplay: Great sword play with a lot of variety of combo's and the change or perspective and bullet hell segments add plenty to the experience...playing on the second playthrough as 9S allows you to do more hacking than sword play and the third playthrough allows you to use A2 which has different moves...all in all great gameplay.

    Graphics: Great visuals, but what sets this game apart is the art style and design...it's very stylistic and unique, some textures are a bit blurry on some objects but nothing that ruins the experience.

    Sound: Nothing much to say here...the voice acting is pure greatness and music is simply epic...and certainly lives up to the original Nier's OST.

    Characters: Very deep and emotionally engaging characters...though you will not get everything on them on the first playthrough...They mostly shine in the main five endings routes.

    Story: As expected from Yoko Taro...the story is pure insanity and beautifully bizarre and challenges your mind to the very end...again, multiple playthroughs are needed to grasp the whole story...and it's completely worth it.

    Verdict: Great game, do yourself a favor and buy it.    … Expand
  98. Agent_Zigzag
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    Good Points:
    -Fantastic story, although the story itself is very sad
    -Excellent music -Has a strong link with previous stories -Characters are pretty Bad Points: -Some of the boss fight are kind of too hard (unless you are playing the easy mode) -Some people may feel disgusting for the story -- I really like this sad story between 3 androids, I feel sad for everyone, but this    Good Points:
    -Fantastic story, although the story itself is very sad
    -Excellent music
    -Has a strong link with previous stories
    -Characters are pretty
    Bad Points:
    -Some of the boss fight are kind of too hard (unless you are playing the easy mode)
    -Some people may feel disgusting for the story -- I really like this sad story between 3 androids, I feel sad for everyone, but this doesn't means that everyone will like this story.
    -Weird control system and camera view, people may need time to get used to it.    … Expand
  99. majiayouxiang
    Mar 13, 2017
    10
    Look at how that 50/100 reviewer from Post Arcade said on his Twitter:

    Chad Sapieha‏ @chadsapieha Mar 9 Lego Worlds gobbled up time I was supposed to spend on Nier. It's rough in spots, but (close to) the game true Lego fans have long wanted. Chad Sapieha‏ @chadsapieha Mar 6 Okay, Nier, let's see whether/how much I begrudge you for taking me away from Zelda. Chad Sapieha‏    Look at how that 50/100 reviewer from Post Arcade said on his Twitter:

    Chad Sapieha‏ @chadsapieha Mar 9
    Lego Worlds gobbled up time I was supposed to spend on Nier. It's rough in spots, but (close to) the game true Lego fans have long wanted.

    Chad Sapieha‏ @chadsapieha Mar 6
    Okay, Nier, let's see whether/how much I begrudge you for taking me away from Zelda.

    Chad Sapieha‏ @chadsapieha Mar 6
    Nier: Automata arrives today. If I end up liking it that'll mean it must be really good, 'cause it's pulling me away from Zelda and Horizon.

    As a strongly biased reviewer who only finished 1/3 of the game, I was wondering how metacritic allows such an unprofessional reviewer to submit his comments and scores.

    Nier is a revolutionary game as a great combination between action and stories. Hope that it sells well and more games of this type come out.    … Expand
  100. SoloKazama
    Mar 13, 2017
    10
    This game is pure awesomeness. Remove all rough/edgy stuff from Nier, add more - and here you have Nier: Automata. And good thing is newcomers can play it also without knowing Nier. Music again is SO GOOD, combat is great and super fluid (dmc+bayonetta+jRPG in one). Story is engaging with twists. Exploration is rewarded. No stupid million markers on map. One of my best game this generation so far.
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  1. Gamers' Temple
    Aug 21, 2018
    95
    NieR Automata: Beyond Gods Edition was a total shock to me with how much I enjoyed it. It takes a very solid experience for me to enjoy an RPG lately and NieR grabbed me quite well from the beginning and kept me entertained throughout. It's the type of game where I want to do everything that I possibly can just to make the experience longer - a type of game I rarely find nowadays. I went into NieR Autamata with no expectations other than the good gameplay that I usually find from Platinum Games, I went away floored with a near perfect action game.
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  2. Power Unlimited
    Oct 19, 2017
    87
    NieR: Automata is not for everybody. In fact, the game looks to be aimed at the most refined fans of the medium by not caring about the regular gaming conventions, in the same way the works of David Lynch are perfect for the hardcore moviegoers.
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  3. games(TM)
    Jun 14, 2017
    80
    Melancholic, wistful and creative at every turn. [Issue#186, p.80]
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