NieR: Automata

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  1. maochan81
    Oct 3, 2017
    9
    What a mind bending experience. To be real i can't give this game a full 10/10. Here's why: The 2nd play through is kinda annoying, you play a lot of the same and sometimes the hacking mini games can feel like a chore. There's also not a great variation of enemies and the side quest are uninteresting. Other than that, it was a wonderful game with strong story, great visuals, really niceWhat a mind bending experience. To be real i can't give this game a full 10/10. Here's why: The 2nd play through is kinda annoying, you play a lot of the same and sometimes the hacking mini games can feel like a chore. There's also not a great variation of enemies and the side quest are uninteresting. Other than that, it was a wonderful game with strong story, great visuals, really nice combat and upgrade system. I was kinda skeptic that i would fully finish the game, because everybody says you have to play it at least 3 times. This sound stupid, but you realize that the story expands as you play and the 3rd playthrough is completely new. So not a big problem. Every time you think something is weird about the game, just tell yourself "oh well, it's a Japanese game" and you'll enjoy it. You probably never played anything like that...and that's a good thing :)… Expand
  2. elshahhat
    May 20, 2017
    9
    OMG!! this is not a "game" .. nier automata is a revolution in the gaming world, it raises the bar to an extent i never thought was possible.
    constantly variating gameplay and fluent fighting/evading controls along with always renewed fighting circumstances makes for an amazing gaming experience.
    for most of the time i spent playing nier automata, i was amazed with my eyebrows hitting    OMG!! this is not a "game" .. nier automata is a revolution in the gaming world, it raises the bar to an extent i never thought was possible.
    constantly variating gameplay and fluent fighting/evading controls along with always renewed fighting circumstances makes for an amazing gaming experience.
    for most of the time i spent playing nier automata, i was amazed with my eyebrows hitting the ceiling and my jaws dropped to the floor.
    few negative points :
    - low frame rates on PS4, sometimes it's very low it's embarrassing for a game like this
    -most dialogues are without voice overs, you just read subtitles while characters stand there "sometimes not even looking at each other while talking"
    other than that the game is a masterpiece, the soundtrack is a piece of art on its own.
    nier automata has made it much harder for game developers from now on.    … Expand
  3. Berrlett
    Mar 8, 2017
    9
    This is one unbelievably addictive game, smart and colourful combat with very creative type of enemy/machines having a go at you and a killer sound track, beautiful visuals and a slick game play with interesting characters and dialogs. Nier Automata is a success in every single way.
  4. Myrmonden
    Mar 7, 2017
    9
    Core Gameplay:

    First of all the NieR:Automata actually has 2 completely different gameplays, one classic shoot em up (SHMUP) version and one quick intense beat em up based action mixed with variation of long range projectile battling, and than its some roleplaying elements sprinkled over it. Furthermore, the game is not only in 3D action but also features complete 2D stages which    Core Gameplay:

    First of all the NieR:Automata actually has 2 completely different gameplays, one classic shoot em up (SHMUP) version and one quick intense beat em up based action mixed with variation of long range projectile battling, and than its some roleplaying elements sprinkled over it.
    Furthermore, the game is not only in 3D action but also features complete 2D stages which reminds one of classic great game from the Super Nintendo and Sega Genesis era.

    Lets first look at the base action(and ignore the SHMUP for now), NieR:Automata has a great flow to the action. Standard of Platinum previous games and the game do actually play as a mix between Bayonetta and Vanquish. Many of the bosses do truly split in between a hack and slash high tempo action or 3D shooter where its about avoiding bullets while hitting them with your special abilitets.
    NieR:Automata features 4 different main weapons, short swords,large swords,spears and fist weapon. You can set up 2 weapon as your main and than easily swap between the 2 preset. Combos are based around mixing the 2 different weapons equipped and/or by holding the buttons down.

    During all of that, you also have your pod. Your companion and often a very logical(wanting to kill everything) personal partner. The pod is the living gun that you will use for shooting at enemies, while this mainly feels like its to be used for the shooter part of encounters, it actually a big part to learn how to constantly fill your enemies with bullets while you punch them in the face a big part of mastering the combat. This is both hard and rewarding, especially when you also combo in the special abilitets that your pod has.
    The most important customizeable part of the game is to what your pod should do, first the pod has the Lazer which is often the best thing to have and the go to ability but there is a lot of cool and interesting special abilitets. You will also later have more then 1 pod and than just like the weapon can be swapped constantly, each pod have their own unique projectile so this is important to maximum damage but even more so to trigger your different abilitets for great effect.

    Mastering the combos of weapon + using the pods + abilitets is quite a challenge and the core gameplay simply is a blast to enjoy.
    But the best part is actually the mix between 2D and 3d. This game has a very cool how it mixes this things so effortlessly. You can have a whole dungeon as 2d, but the boss be in 3d. Or Vice versa. Some stages mixes this back and forth constantly this is showcased mainly in the shmup stages that do this constantly. A part of the shmup can be in Side 2D, the next Overhead 2D. Then classic rail shooter, into a 3d etc. All of this is extremely impressive, especially as some bosses are fight in both 3d and 2d, so even if its the same boss they have different feel to them as the sudden 2d limitation can be make the encounter feel vastly different.

    The Shmup part then its actually what NieR:Automata starts with and then this game mode will be used every now and than. Its extremely nauseating difficult on very hard but otherwise its generally just a fun game experience, arguably to easy on the other difficulty. As mentioned on the Shmup part the game truly love to constantly swap the perspective and its 2 main different ones, whiel it features several different 2d views they all play the same. But in the 3d view, the games go classic Gundam and the airplanes becomes a mecha that has fighting abilitets.
    The mecha part is played in a similar way to standard combat, you have weak and strong attacks which are in melee range, you got your special abilitets etc. The different 2ds are purely airplane mode and than you have only projectiles.
    The only real problem with the shmup is that the game overall has an issue that enemies can both move and shoot during cut scenes, so each time the game changes perspective you might die, you cannot move during perspective change so especially on very hard then this might kill you. Enemies also fly into you in wait for the perspective to change and this will make projectile spawn at your face in some parts of the game. (On the standard gameplay there are places when you are completely surrounded by machines after the cut scene or load finishes as well)

    The game is semi open world where you can explore areas that are currently unlocked and you later gain more areas by getting further in the story. You have classic rpg elements like crafting and improving weapon and pods, these are fine but not fantastic you simply get the mats and than you can make them better, but its also a lot of hidden items to find. The game also has fishing and some of the side quest are kinda like their own mini games for example there is a racing side quest where you have to get to places in a set amount of time. The game ha    … Expand
  5. kdannyis
    Mar 7, 2017
    9
    I've never played Nier franchise before nor its notorious (In many ways) cousin DoD series and enjoying this game ever since I got a copy of it. Now I'm sure everyone who hasn't got this game yet still knows how much the soundtrack, story, and character design blew our minds. So I would like to focus on something that I found something which made me to give 9 out of 10 to this masterpiece.I've never played Nier franchise before nor its notorious (In many ways) cousin DoD series and enjoying this game ever since I got a copy of it. Now I'm sure everyone who hasn't got this game yet still knows how much the soundtrack, story, and character design blew our minds. So I would like to focus on something that I found something which made me to give 9 out of 10 to this masterpiece. I'm enjoying Nier Automata with PS4 Pro and the frame drop is somewhat makes me hard to focus on the game. I'ts not common but certain map shows poor frame rate. And the map system is not very intuitive. Every time I need to press option button to check my whereabouts and where the quest place is. Despite some flaws Nier still is a one of my best game so far. Those who still haven't played this...2B is waiting for your command!
    Glory to Mankind!    … Expand
  6. Kujolo
    Mar 21, 2017
    9
    One of the best game i've ever played!
    Let's get down with the points shall we?
    Gameplay 8/10: Platinum games always bring high value gameplay and design and Nier automata is none the less although we have few animations and combos you can do and finishers are quite useless in the mid-late game. About the RPG elements we got the old classic level up and a stunning 128 slot (well 126 if    One of the best game i've ever played!
    Let's get down with the points shall we?

    Gameplay 8/10: Platinum games always bring high value gameplay and design and Nier automata is none the less although we have few animations and combos you can do and finishers are quite useless in the mid-late game. About the RPG elements we got the old classic level up and a stunning 128 slot (well 126 if you don't want to die) perk tree where u can fit as u can see fit for the battle or situation you have to face. And last but not least the upgrade mechanic of weapons that can be tedious as some point but it's nice and simple. The game is also quite challenging if you dont level up with some side quests (by the way they are fun and quite different between them) and it also have the insane difficulty fvor the most hardcore players, where you will die in a single hit.

    SoundTrack 9,5/10: it's outstanding how a soundtrack with vocals can fit into an adventure game even if sometimes the soundtrack and overwhelm the character voices during a battle for example.

    Story 10/10: nothing to say about the story, it's amazing, it's sad, it's bright, it's dark, it got everything a good script must have to be a mastrpiece. The only thing that i raccomand is to play Nier first cause there are tons and tons of references from the previous games, but still you can enjoy this game as a standalone.

    Graphic and Design 8,5/1: Graphics are good, not amazing, but we have to tune down something to put up everything else, those "outdated" graphics can lead the PS4 to run this game at a stunning 60 FPS (with some major drops to 40 in the most intense battles) so its a good compromise to have this smooth gameplay. About the design we have a little issue with the world, it's not a full open world, some areas will unlock as you progress the story so there is no "oh s**t it's 20 levels above me, maybe i have to return this area later" istead the are a lot of closed doors or barricades made especially for you, but the game feels anyway good and full of thing to explore once you have everything unlocked (fast travel too).

    Characters 9,5/10: And we are at the characters, what can i say, Yoko Taro already said to us "I really like girls", that's why the ENTIRE central command of the androids is filled with stunning beautiful female model of the Yorha Project (except for the Scanner type, more specific 9S in the game) so we dont have a large diversity friendly characters. About enemies there are something like 60-70, if not more, types of enemies and all feels very unique. The main protagonists have a great develop during the entire game, at some point you can easily predict what they are going to do in certain situations, this is what i call a good character design.

    And that's it! i couldn't say more than this becouse even going 2 hours into the game we would have spoilers that compromise the first half of the game, so the best thing you could do now is go and grab this game!    … Expand
  7. Diwari1215
    Mar 17, 2017
    9
    I have never grown to love a game more than this. When I began I was frustrated with the game's design and story, but please, take ti from me, this game is top notch. The game really dazzles as you begin to play through it more and more. The soundtrack, characters, story, and combat is amazing. If you have a PS4 or PC, and you haven't played this game, you must absolutely do so. PlatinumI have never grown to love a game more than this. When I began I was frustrated with the game's design and story, but please, take ti from me, this game is top notch. The game really dazzles as you begin to play through it more and more. The soundtrack, characters, story, and combat is amazing. If you have a PS4 or PC, and you haven't played this game, you must absolutely do so. Platinum games once again proves to be one of the best developers out there, and combined with Squenix's top notch story writing, there isn't a game out there quite like this. Nier Automata made me a believer, and you will be made one too.… Expand
  8. OneLifeLeft
    Mar 22, 2017
    9
    The combat system is fast, fluctuating, and startlingly innovative.
    The vocalized soundtrack is haunting, riveting, and all but ethereal.
    But above all else, the narrative will shatter any assumption you may have, that this is just another video game. NieR: Automata deftly achieves something that few games, to date, have even attempted. It compels us to reflect on what it means, to    The combat system is fast, fluctuating, and startlingly innovative.
    The vocalized soundtrack is haunting, riveting, and all but ethereal.

    But above all else, the narrative will shatter any assumption you may have, that this is just another video game.

    NieR: Automata deftly achieves something that few games, to date, have even attempted.
    It compels us to reflect on what it means, to be human.
    And the result is a beautiful feeling of emptiness, that will linger long after you've ejected the game from your console, for the last time.    … Expand
  9. kikkkz
    Apr 23, 2017
    9
    Goty 17

    Elegant game with divine music, great art, very rich gameplay and with a good story and characters that still do not reach the Drakengard 3.

    I'm looking forward to a new game from Yoko and Keiichi in cooperation with Platinum.
  10. cythrawll
    Mar 16, 2017
    9
    This open game world isn't especially large and indepth as a lot of modern open world games are. However, the game play mechanics, story, and the seamless switching between 3d action, 2.5d platformer and 2d space shooter make this game fun. The great soundtrack and visuals really give this game a coherent aesthetic, that really plays well with immersing you into the world.
  11. downcastt
    Mar 17, 2017
    9
    Im bad with words but in summary this game made me feel like a kid who got surprised with a very delicious candy box and I enjoyed every single piece of candy from that box with a smile on my face and a heart rate of over a 100 because each sweet was sweeter than the previous one.
  12. AzureYukiPoo
    Mar 21, 2017
    9
    Not the best but really worth the time and money. Initially was hesitant to buy this game because of ME:A but after playing the early access of ME:A, I decided to get NieR instead. The developers are taking some risks but it paid off with gamers like myself. Of course this game has tough competition going up against Horizon and Zelda but this is a must get to any PS4 or PC game collectorNot the best but really worth the time and money. Initially was hesitant to buy this game because of ME:A but after playing the early access of ME:A, I decided to get NieR instead. The developers are taking some risks but it paid off with gamers like myself. Of course this game has tough competition going up against Horizon and Zelda but this is a must get to any PS4 or PC game collector to add in their library. Really deep story and a lovable main character if i may say so myself… Expand
  13. golden_
    Mar 22, 2017
    9
    NieR:Automata is my new favorite game hands down.
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    The first two playthroughs are good but its the third and fourth that really make this a 9/10 for me. The story is a masterpiece, the characters are amazing, the gameplay is good, but it can get repetitive at times mashing R2 and square while holding R1 for several minutes. I preferred the Japanese voice acting over the English this    NieR:Automata is my new favorite game hands down.
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    The first two playthroughs are good but its the third and fourth that really make this a 9/10 for me. The story is a masterpiece, the characters are amazing, the gameplay is good, but it can get repetitive at times mashing R2 and square while holding R1 for several minutes. I preferred the Japanese voice acting over the English this time but both were great. The soundtrack is fantastic and I have been listening to my favorite songs in my free time. I would have liked to see a larger map with more playable area, more/better side quests, and better graphics. However this was the first game in a while where i couldn't put the controller down, and after I had completed all endings I was a very satisfied and happy person.
    //
    Pros: story, soundtrack, voice acting, customization, developers sense of humor, anime waifus, worth the $60
    //
    Cons: repetitive gameplay, small map, side quests kinda sucked, graphics could be better
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    I strongly recommend this game to anyone questioning whether to buy it or not.    … Expand
  14. Aztecace
    Mar 26, 2017
    9
    This game has one of the most amazing and heartfelt stories I've seen in a long time, the soundtrack is great, and the gameplay is fun and challenging at times. Though the game does have its faults, some bosses have one BS one-shot move and the camera has difficulty sometimes when transitioning. You will go back to old areas but luckily when you do there are decently drastic differences,This game has one of the most amazing and heartfelt stories I've seen in a long time, the soundtrack is great, and the gameplay is fun and challenging at times. Though the game does have its faults, some bosses have one BS one-shot move and the camera has difficulty sometimes when transitioning. You will go back to old areas but luckily when you do there are decently drastic differences, some enemies get a little repetitive but right as you think you've seen everything there is something else to discover with unique mini-bosses to hidden areas. Amazing game with some small but persistent issues but defiantly worth the money and time. I would personally say for new players to try to hold criticism until the third part credits, I almost left after the first credits but I was happily mistaken with two other almost entirely different parts. This game is a must-have for people tired of mindless games that have come out recently.… Expand
  15. laboe22
    Apr 3, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. simple and short:

    1) amazing story with more then one ending.
    2) really good soundtrack
    3) gameplay is fun and kinda deep
    4)characters are interesting

    -1 because of the hacking games    … Expand
  16. peck324
    Apr 8, 2017
    9
    Here is my review of Niet Automata (Spoilers):
    Story - The story is interesting, astoundished and leads the player into so much questions, but that's how Squenix (Square Enix) start their stories. Having an all female (And one male to be seen) Android operative squad, fight against aliens (In which the player hears about but never gets to see them) who created machines to wipe out all of    Here is my review of Niet Automata (Spoilers):
    Story - The story is interesting, astoundished and leads the player into so much questions, but that's how Squenix (Square Enix) start their stories. Having an all female (And one male to be seen) Android operative squad, fight against aliens (In which the player hears about but never gets to see them) who created machines to wipe out all of humanity on Earth seems to be something out of an anime show considering there are a total of 26 endings to beat the whole game (Only 20/26 I have unlocked so far). In which most of these ending end up in a dark, or a joke twist and would lead to a sequel.
    Gameplay - The open world is very well put. But the level up design is only for show as it only powers up your defense and attack power, no other customization besides weapons. 2b's fighting style is that of Dante from Devil May Cry and her... Design is from Bayonetta. You got to hand it to Japan for making the best female design. The machines are what got me interested in, as they develop emotions and characters of their own as the player progresses deeper into the game. The music sometimes repeats the same soundtrack whenever the player jumps into any battle including bosses, but the music is great overall. The gameplay changes the camera angle depending on the platform the player is in, which makes this game feel like a Devil May Cry moment.
    Mechanic - Though the combo input list is short, the animation it brings in is Platinum's signature move. The player can also freely switch between weapon and hand to hand combat during combos to make the game more interesting. Pods come in handy when keeping your enemies at distance and help the player from taking fall damage. Having 9s to help the player out and changing his fighting tactics remind me of Kingdom Hearts 1 and 2 as the player can change 9s fighting type from agressive, defensive, support or protect. The dodging mechanic is the players best savior when constantly tapping the R2 button to dodge a frenzy attack and executing with an uppercut and perform some aerial combos (Won't work on small bosses though).
    Characters - 2b and 9s already have a weird relationship after their first mission, especially 2b, if anything happens to 9s she goes to a panic/anger attack on the machines if anyone hurts 9s. But makes sense for 9s being the only male to be seen in the YOHRA squad, but seeing 9s trying to communicate 2b with humor and having 9s being the damsel in distress is humorous. What's wierd to me is that all characters consider Pascal a male even though her voice is female, could it be that some machines can have a homosexuality chip in their circuit showing that the world and machines can appear in many and different ways, or was this a dialogue mistake from Squenix?
    Conclusion - Story is interesting, Gameplay is astounding, mechanics are fun to input and the characters have flaws in their appearance and actions. Niet: Automata gives an interesting route to the game of it's story, gameplay and it's open world. With so many endings I believe that is the reason why DLC is not shown or required for this game.
    Final Verdict:
    9/10 - The game is so much fun and having the gameplay change time to time after unlocking each ending gives new way of gaming.
    Buy, Not Buy or Rent - Buy. This game is well suited for Devil May Cry/Bayonetta fans out there including some New comers who have little to no experience of action role-playing games.
    Video version will be up soon.    … Expand
  17. RoloBianchi
    Sep 17, 2018
    9
    una OBRA MAESTRA en todo sentido, jugabilidad, historia ( que parece muy simplona y predecible de principio pero es realmente excelente) visual y auditivamente,
  18. albertwtf
    Apr 24, 2017
    9
    I resell most of my physical games I buy, but I'll be holding onto this one. Let me say: I'm not usually into action RPGs, but really glad I gave this a chance. Nier: Automata really is a masterpiece. It may not come off that way in the opening stages, but by the time I reached the first "town", my opinion was gradually changing. Keep playing it and you'll learn the game has deepI resell most of my physical games I buy, but I'll be holding onto this one. Let me say: I'm not usually into action RPGs, but really glad I gave this a chance. Nier: Automata really is a masterpiece. It may not come off that way in the opening stages, but by the time I reached the first "town", my opinion was gradually changing. Keep playing it and you'll learn the game has deep mechanics, a profound story, great soundtrack, and a surprising amount of replayability. Normally I only play a game until I beat it, but this game I'm well into my second play-through and I'm still interested in what it has to offer. Nier isn't just some cookie cutter action RPG, with a couple upgrades to make it "new". No... There are plenty of unique and original ideas here that will definitely be copied by and influence future games, evolving gaming the same way Kanye evolved music during his early albums. Highly recommended.… Expand
  19. YiunaFreyia
    May 11, 2017
    9
    Nier Automata, un chef d’œuvre de platinum games.
    Le jeux est un J-RPG action-aventure.
    Un gameplay très bon mêlant exploration et beat'em all, un scenario à toutes épreuves, un monde riche, des personnages attachant (lorsque que l'on avance dans la trame principale). On pourrait lui reprocher des graphismes vieillot (PS3), mais ce n'ai pas pour autant que les décors sont laid, bien    Nier Automata, un chef d’œuvre de platinum games.
    Le jeux est un J-RPG action-aventure.

    Un gameplay très bon mêlant exploration et beat'em all, un scenario à toutes épreuves, un monde riche, des personnages attachant (lorsque que l'on avance dans la trame principale).

    On pourrait lui reprocher des graphismes vieillot (PS3), mais ce n'ai pas pour autant que les décors sont laid, bien au contraire il sont somptueux.

    Une bande sonore juste délicieuse qui se fait discrète lors de l'exploration et se fait entendre lors des phases d'action.

    En bref, Nier Automata est un excellent jeux dans son genre et n'a rien a envie aux autres triple A qui peuvent sortir. Une fois entrer dans son univers, il est difficile d'en ressortir. C'est un jeux qui se vit et qui lorsque terminer laisse son empreinte en vous et créer rapidement une espèce de vide qu'aucun jeux ne peux remplacer.
    Je le recommande ÉNORMÉMENT aux joueurs qui ont soif de bon J-RPG.
    Et je ne peux que le recommander au néophyte du genre (mais néanmoins gros de jeux-vidéos) qui devrait y trouver ici une perle rare eux aussi.

    Par ailleurs, le jeux est en promo actuellement en dématérialiser sur le PSN a 50e au lieu de 70e jusqu'au 25 mai 2017.    … Expand
  20. Caroso
    May 13, 2017
    9
    Story, combat and music in this game is 10/10
    No game is perfect but this is close. Don't quit after the first ending because you have seen nothing. The last chapter of the story is amazing and changes everything.
    Normal was a bit too easy and hard was not fun. I wish they could have made the game a bit more challenging without just turning up the enemy damage numbers.
  21. John_2000000
    May 16, 2017
    9
    Antes de comenzar a redactar esta reseña debo señalar que este no es el mejor juego, tiene muchas carencias con respecto a gameplay, gráficos e incluso un gran numero de glitches... sin embargo, desde el punto de vista del juego, este fue ejecutado de la mejor manera que pudo haber sido hecha por un juego con un presupuesto mucho menos que otros juegos y desarrollado por un equipo B. PorAntes de comenzar a redactar esta reseña debo señalar que este no es el mejor juego, tiene muchas carencias con respecto a gameplay, gráficos e incluso un gran numero de glitches... sin embargo, desde el punto de vista del juego, este fue ejecutado de la mejor manera que pudo haber sido hecha por un juego con un presupuesto mucho menos que otros juegos y desarrollado por un equipo B. Por lo cual en muchos casos creo que las quejas existentes referentes al "mundo" abierto o los gráficos están fuera de escala con respecto a comparar este juego con otros.

    En lo particular este juego debe ser comprendido como "algo diferente", aunque muchos parecen comprender esta característica como una "gracia" y que solo cambia los gameplay por el hecho de ofrecer variedad (lo cual hasta cierto punto podría considerar correcto al notar como se puede jugar partes de las secciones shooter sobrexplotando la dinámica del melee en el mecha); sin embargo este juego es la simplificación de muchos tipos de gameplay, los cuales mas que "tratar" de ser la mejor expresión de dicho gameplay pretenden exponer al jugador a diferentes mecánicas... incluyendo algunas que podrían no ser del agrado de todos los jugadores (como el hackeo).

    Una vez explicado esto es posible comentar sobre los detalles propios del juego... lo cual es: no es un juego para todos... si no se esta interesado en la narrativa o los pequeños detalles y se esta dispuesto a "ganarse" la experiencia de una historia... este juego no presentara nada de interés para el jugador y únicamente agraviara al jugador (por lo que pueden encontrarse muchas reviews con 10 y otras (algunas justificadas) con 0, Sin embargo, personalmente creo que merece un 9 cuando todos los aspectos son considerados, ya que quizás no sea uno de los mejores juegos, pero como experiencia será una que solo se tendrá una oportunidad en la vida.    … Expand
  22. mugsy
    May 29, 2017
    9
    When I finished this game for the first time, I thought "This is it? All the hype for this? I mean the game is not bad, but not quite good to be receiving such amazing top-tier reviews. It's also rather short". And then I thought "Surely this game can't be getting all these 9s and 10s just for this?". Little did I know that the first playthrough was a mere prologue and that the REAL gameWhen I finished this game for the first time, I thought "This is it? All the hype for this? I mean the game is not bad, but not quite good to be receiving such amazing top-tier reviews. It's also rather short". And then I thought "Surely this game can't be getting all these 9s and 10s just for this?". Little did I know that the first playthrough was a mere prologue and that the REAL game starts on 2nd and 3rd playthroughs. After beating the game properly, I can say that all the 9s and 10s are well deserved. This game is a masterpiece. I'm giving it a 9 though, because it still has few flaws.

    Pros:

    - Great, deep and touching story
    - Badass design of main characters
    - Memorable main characters with expressive personalities
    - Amazing soundtrack
    - Smooth, responsive controls
    - Smooth, satisfying combat
    - Amazing English voice acting
    - Great atmosphere
    - Surprising, unusual narrative, plot twists and gameplay mechanics

    Cons:

    - The game forces you to tediously run around back and forth on the open world if you want to be doing side quests. This has caused me to give up on some side quests because I just couldn't be bothered to do all that long, boring running around.
    - While interesting design-wise and atmosphere-wise, the open world is empty and plain and it doesn't live up to 2017 open world games standards
    - Graphics are not quite up to 2017 standards as well. While the character models look ok, the rest of graphics are unimpressive and often feel like a budget or previous-gen game
    - Robots are too childish IMO. After seeing the first gigantic boss, I expected robots to look badass and menacing. When I saw that they look and act like childs toys, I was actually kinda disappointed and put off. But I got used to it eventually.

    Overall, I can say that you will be thinking about this game for long days, weeks, months or maybe even years after finishing it. One of the best games of all time.    … Expand
  23. seyiDALegend
    Oct 7, 2017
    9
    My Doubts
    Initially, I was fascinated by the trailers and videos I saw online but was also sceptical. Fans had hyped this game up with so much praise all of which sounded vague when you tried to understand what made this special. Things such as "it will make you cry", "it gave me an existential crisis", "the story is amazing" didn't prepare me for what was in store and to top it off the    My Doubts
    Initially, I was fascinated by the trailers and videos I saw online but was also sceptical. Fans had hyped this game up with so much praise all of which sounded vague when you tried to understand what made this special. Things such as "it will make you cry", "it gave me an existential crisis", "the story is amazing" didn't prepare me for what was in store and to top it off the rumoured "multiple play throughs" nearly put me off trying the game at all. I didn't want to buy into the hype only to encounter a game where the story and philosophical meaning goes completely over my head leaving me with nothing to enjoy.

    Multiple play throughs are great game design
    Fortunately, none of this happened. I found the multiple play throughs varied enough to be unique experiences, similar to experiencing the clever level design of a soulsbourne game - an ever-expanding maze. Just this time, we had different characters telling their side of the story within this maze. Some may disagree with me but the second playthrough was my favourite. It was quite fortunate that I didn't go into this totally blind as I stumbled across the best approach for myself. I played the first time through with a vanilla experience in mind ignoring the many side quests and focusing on the main storyline. This worked out perfectly as the second run with 9S - who had access to more elements of game - make exploration a lot more rewarding. You got to open more treasure boxes with your hacking ability and you received more cutscenes and world-building that were not available in the first playthrough. Also by then, I started to come to terms with the new weapons, the additional skills and items I picked up. On top of new equipment to customise my experience. I think this is best way to enjoy the multiple playthroughs. Treat the first one like a linear experience and explore the second one like a normal RPG. Try new weapons and fighting styles and you'll be better rewarded rather than burning yourself out on side missions and maxing your build the first time round. Which is what open world players tend to do. Also I would recommend saving buying the HUD Item Scan Chip for the second playthrough as it made exploration ten times better by making it less grindy more focused and rewarding.

    This is a work of art
    Everything about this game is fitted together in a jigsaw puzzle of emotion, philosophy, gameplay, character development, sound and art design. You play sections of this game from 3D Action style, Side stroller, top-down Action, geometry wars-style all the way to bullet-fest battles. It's a buffet of gameplay formats executed in timely fashion. Then you are delivered a story in carefully crafted trail of cutscenes, written text, individual character's moments, witty dialogue and plot twists. All of this is enhanced by the best soundtrack of 2017 or even this generation so far. This is how you utilise the video game genre to deliver a story in such a well-crafted way. Not many games go beyond cutscenes in terms of storytelling. Not many games draw upon elements from this many genres to deliver a complete gaming experience. I think this is what makes this game so special, it feels like a video game but at the same time, well-told story. Neither the storytelling or the gameplay are holding each other back. They work in parallel and it's beautiful.

    The game is feature packed, refreshing with enough plot twists to hold your attention on the most eloquent roller coaster ride you'll ever experience.

    The only cons I can say are the graphics / framerate / combat system which could have been more polished but that didn't take away from the experience at all.    … Expand
  24. KatiePole
    Mar 7, 2019
    9
    I find this game near perfect. Or should I say Nier perfect?
    The story, the characters and the world are all amazing, gripping and emotionally charged. You end up genuienly feeling for the characters in this game.
    I knocked a point off the score due to the awful water graphics, and because the story drags a little towards the end, but other than that I adore this game and it will    I find this game near perfect. Or should I say Nier perfect?
    The story, the characters and the world are all amazing, gripping and emotionally charged. You end up genuienly feeling for the characters in this game.
    I knocked a point off the score due to the awful water graphics, and because the story drags a little towards the end, but other than that I adore this game and it will personally be my number 1 for years to come.    … Expand
  25. ORevisor
    Feb 14, 2018
    9
    Dos jogos atuais Nier: Automata possui a melhor trilha sonora, o gráfico ficou um pouco a desejar e o jogo em si me pareceu tão curto queria que o jogo fosse maior... XP
  26. RaFfr0
    Aug 28, 2017
    9
    Let me start with the two things that are on another level of good, the gameplay/combat and the music both are excellent, also the story is great and is extremely emotional with such good developed characters. Despite rating it as a 9, for me is a 9.5.
  27. Anarch
    Sep 19, 2017
    9
    Nier: Automata is so close to being a master piece, it's beautiful, interesting, amazing music, and amazing character design, and hard to predict. Where this game fails to reach perfection is the gameplay itself, it just feels like it's missing a little something extra, there is much running around the world that just isn't fun.
  28. preciado_101
    Oct 18, 2017
    9
    hours and hours of quality gameplay. Grinding is quite enjoyable, you don't really have to spend hours calibrating your gear, great variety of characteristics along the gameplya. Weak story.
  29. Canon89
    Oct 19, 2017
    9
    I have to say that Nier: Automata is a fantastic and addicting game. The graphics are beautiful, the music does exactly what it should do and that is immerse you deeper in the game. The story line is great and keeps you in the game. Overall, I was not expecting much but when I got this game I found a gem!
  30. jrdnnn
    Apr 3, 2018
    9
    NieR: Automata is one of the closest a videogame has come to being a piece of art in my opinion. The story, visuals, style and music are all incredible and this is bolstered by being a really slick, challenging and fun game to play. Its pacing is a bit inconsistent, and this intrudes on the overall experience a little, preventing it from reaching the perfect score it's so near to.

    The    NieR: Automata is one of the closest a videogame has come to being a piece of art in my opinion. The story, visuals, style and music are all incredible and this is bolstered by being a really slick, challenging and fun game to play. Its pacing is a bit inconsistent, and this intrudes on the overall experience a little, preventing it from reaching the perfect score it's so near to.

    The plot for this game is more than just a story - the philosophical nature of the world where robots and androids fight a war on behalf of other races presents so many deep, meaningful questions. The characters (mainly 2B and 9S) are also fantastic, and the overall experience is pensive, mournful and cathartic all at the same time. This is definitely one of the best-written games I've encountered in a while and is on par with some of the golden age Final Fantasies or Metal gear Solid's most impactful moments for storytelling. It's hard to talk too much without spoiling, but this is way deeper than any videogame has gone before, and I'm still thinking about the wider implications of the plot now.

    Visually, this game is stunning. Its actual graphics may not be on par with Uncharted 4, for example, but instead NieR is grounded by a beautiful washed out pallet which extends from environments to menus to costumes. It's easily the most stylish game on PS4, sophisticated and thought out. The appearance of bright red lasers and purple explosions are jarring against the wreckage of utopia in which the game is set. Particle effects are brilliant during battle too, and the world was a joy to explore (something that is always recommended and rewarded).

    Gameplay-wise, NieR is excellent. The battle system is aggressive, fast-paced and weighty (think Bayonetta) with more than enough customisable depth to make it varied. Lots of weapons, plug-in chips (upgrades) and chances to grind for levels are available, in this respect it's traditional RPG. Plug-in chips are difficult to get your head around but ultimately satisfying. The real place that NieR shines is its constantly-evolving gameplay styles. From hack-n-slash, bullethell, 2D platforming, space invader style shooters, on-rails shooters and overhead action, this game seamlessly blends so many different genres into one and the result is so captivating. Changes are frequent and plot-related, and always refreshing. Bullethell sections in particular are hectic and difficult, but so much fun. Side quests are basic but gratifying and almost always give you something to think about whether it be a minor character's motives, a relic of the old world, or a plot enriching detail.

    The game's only flaw in my opinion is the pacing. It is designed to be played through multiple times from different perspectives to truly open up the wonderful story and characters, but the 2nd act in particular (while adding the gameplay element of hacking into the mix) is slow, and has a lot of recycled material. I see what the aim was story-wise, and respect and enjoyed this aspect, but in terms of playing the game, I was extremely put off by this. I was hesitant to return at times, but always found myself eventually enjoying it again. The third act is great, and worth the slog. But the mid-section slump is significant and stands in the way of me awarding this otherwise flawless game a 10. A game you love should be consistent throughout and while the other aspects in NieR mentioned are, the pacing change is so abrupt (if you want to do side-quests and get the full low-down on the plot) it is hard to ignore.

    I can't recommend NieR: Automata enough, despite the pacing issue. It's a tough, engrossing and exhilarating world, perhaps a bit anime and melodramatic at points (not a bad thing), but the thoughts raised about artificial intelligence, humanity, fate and purpose are truly magnificent and unlike anything I've ever experienced. Get this game.    … Expand
  31. zelda_R
    Oct 29, 2017
    9
    This masterpiece made me think about the idea of a video game really is. Absolutely mind-blowing, the story and mechanics (mixing hack and slash, bullet hell and some kind of platforming) were the best surprise I could have expected in this (awesome) year (Zelda, Mario, Horizon, Persona...). Definitely a must-have.
  32. Baldingsan
    Jul 21, 2020
    9
    A great game, with a great combat system and an interesting story that tackles complex and reflexive themes. The whole experience is brilliant, yet is hold back by repetition. The lasting impact it achieves on the player is remarkable, just see it until the very end credits roll
  33. ZacFry
    Mar 18, 2018
    9
    A true rarity in gaming, Nier Automata is a wholly unique experience that defies convention (and belief). From the jump, the game makes it clear that it is not going to be like any other, as you whip between classic Astroid shooter to modern JRPG mechanics to even a mix of both while bashing your way through the unforgiving opening. The soundtrack enraptures from the very start, and mightA true rarity in gaming, Nier Automata is a wholly unique experience that defies convention (and belief). From the jump, the game makes it clear that it is not going to be like any other, as you whip between classic Astroid shooter to modern JRPG mechanics to even a mix of both while bashing your way through the unforgiving opening. The soundtrack enraptures from the very start, and might just be what ultimately makes Nier a classic. It's intense, it's tragic, and as the best JRPG's do, it completely knocks you out with the timely vocal pieces. The music accompanies the most successfully ambitious story in any RPG, and one of the best in gaming history. Like many before it, Nier centers around AI existentialism, and what it means to be human. It does so with a beautiful stroke of genius, as we follow androids and robots living in a post-human world, both beginning to realize that they are becoming more than the sum of their parts. The gameplay is robust and explosive, but the game struggles with the weighting of its leveling system in the later playthroughs. Perhaps Nier's biggest sin is that the path to the game's masterful ending is fraught with traps, and even I had to look up the proper ending on YouTube, despite 40+ hours of gameplay. Despite these flaws, Nier is passion personified, and a video game that others in the industry should aspire to.… Expand
  34. martianmarcel
    Nov 28, 2017
    9
    I've spent more than a year without buying any games whatsoever and decided to come back to this world with Nier: Automata. What an amazing choice I made... This game is what I always expect and never get in a videogame.

    The graphics are beautiful in their own way. They don't have amazing textures or colors, but they work good enough in a world that life itself looks colorless, without    I've spent more than a year without buying any games whatsoever and decided to come back to this world with Nier: Automata. What an amazing choice I made... This game is what I always expect and never get in a videogame.

    The graphics are beautiful in their own way. They don't have amazing textures or colors, but they work good enough in a world that life itself looks colorless, without a true meaning or purpose. The fighting animations are so beautiful that makes you just wanna smash the button to watch 2B destroying enemies.

    The gameplay mechanics is probably the best Platinum Games has ever put the work in. So fluid, so simple and great.

    The audio work is so, so amazing. From the voice acting to the soundtrack, it makes you feel deep into the world Nier presents to you. It makes you emotional, afraid, hopeful. Few times or maybe never have I been so passionate about the sounds of a game.

    The story is almost perfect. Totally has that dark anime feel and it grabs you every single time there's a development in the story. It makes you wonder what is going on. You feel for every character. You empathize even for the things that try to kill you.

    Now, the only thing that stops me from giving a 10 to this is the fact that is so complicated to go back and forth through the places at times. So many blocked roads and places you can't go through and you take some 10 minutes just to find how the hell do you go to the place you're supposed to.

    Apart from that, Nier made me fall in love with videogames again. Thank you, Nier. Thank you, Platinum.    … Expand
  35. VETRA
    Jun 18, 2018
    9
    Platinum Games en todo su esplendor, muy buena jugabilidad, frenetico, dinamico, sientes la satisfacción y todo esto acompañado por una buena historia, con carisma y una gran GRAN banda sonora, recomendadisimo.
  36. Genjira
    Jun 22, 2018
    9
    I doubt anything I can say about this actual masterpiece hasn't already been said. It doesn't offer clinical perfection but it's not far off. Playing as 2B, I found 9S's close attendance annoying and, at times, he interfered with gameplay (e.g. when trying to stand on top of a column). I felt the characters could have done with some transitional animation between walking and running but,I doubt anything I can say about this actual masterpiece hasn't already been said. It doesn't offer clinical perfection but it's not far off. Playing as 2B, I found 9S's close attendance annoying and, at times, he interfered with gameplay (e.g. when trying to stand on top of a column). I felt the characters could have done with some transitional animation between walking and running but, since you spend most of your time dashing and sprinting, that's a fairly minor niggle. I also found the middle section a tad choresome sometimes, but it doesn't drag on and there's some great new gameplay involved. That's all I can think of to deny Nier: Automata 10/10. It's a truly great game: the story is magnificent, the combat is varied and tons of fun in and of itself, the visual presentation and soundtrack are equally beautiful, the upgrade paths are complex and satisfying... it all amounts to a deeply rich and rewarding experience and one I look forward to repeating on the Xbox, after the passage of time.

    Gorgeousness. 9/10.    … Expand
  37. madcritic_
    Mar 18, 2018
    9
    Nier: Automata is a great action RPG filled with beautiful locations and zany, fun-filled combat.
  38. XxAlbertoBuzzxX
    Jun 2, 2020
    9
    Nier Automata
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  39. Neatqt
    Apr 18, 2021
    9
    Cast: 9/10
    Story: 9/10
    Fun: 9/10
    Gameplay: 10/10

    MUST PLAY
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  40. godhandj
    May 19, 2018
    9
    NieR: Automata is a niche game, a wonderful experience of action, emotions, addictive and with a great visual appeal!

    It is not a game for everyone, it is focused on an adult audience that likes to enter into the story and understand the philosophy that the game will show.

    A game worth considering if you want a deep experience full of details.
  41. iOS
    Oct 18, 2018
    9
    Nier: Automata is a crazy, beautiful, and highly entertaining journey full of nutty ideas and awesome gameplay. It may not include the most sensical story or compelling characters, but its frenzied combat -- coupled with beautiful visuals and a stunning soundtrack – make it too much fun to pass up.
  42. Pinkie-Apple
    Oct 22, 2018
    9
    Surpreendente, está palavra resume NieR: Automata, boa jogabilidade, história fascinante e belíssima trilha sonora, possui quedas de FPS, porém nada que lhe faça desistir de se encantar e admirar essa obra-prima! Minha avaliação 9/10, para mais conclusões ID: Pinkie-Apple PS4
  43. Cafelattis1994
    Dec 27, 2018
    9
    A game that quickly became one of my favorite game of all time. Superb combat, great RPG mechanics. The setting and art design are fantastic, mix that with MY FAVORITE SOUNDTRACKS in a game to date, makes walking around this desolate world a sense of peace and silence. The story and characters are deep, thought provoking and raises more questions than answers. Maybe you dislike it, or justA game that quickly became one of my favorite game of all time. Superb combat, great RPG mechanics. The setting and art design are fantastic, mix that with MY FAVORITE SOUNDTRACKS in a game to date, makes walking around this desolate world a sense of peace and silence. The story and characters are deep, thought provoking and raises more questions than answers. Maybe you dislike it, or just think that it is not that great, to me it is art.… Expand
  44. BarelyLewd
    Mar 13, 2019
    9
    Amazing story, soundtrack, characters, and gameplay, very few negatives for this masterpiece in gaming, I enjoyed this game from start to finish, over and over, and over again.
  45. Blood8282
    Feb 23, 2019
    9
    After an uneven first episode on PS3, the Nier series made the leap to the PS4 in what was a highly acclaimed game, that mixed ‘hack and slash’ and ‘2D shooting’ sequences. In this game, humanity has been wiped out and androids battle to retake control of planet earth from robots controlled by aliens… ! The game’s gameplay is a lot of fun and the story is quite touching at times, althoughAfter an uneven first episode on PS3, the Nier series made the leap to the PS4 in what was a highly acclaimed game, that mixed ‘hack and slash’ and ‘2D shooting’ sequences. In this game, humanity has been wiped out and androids battle to retake control of planet earth from robots controlled by aliens… ! The game’s gameplay is a lot of fun and the story is quite touching at times, although the environments lack detail for a PS4 game.… Expand
  46. FrostedFoxes
    Mar 6, 2019
    9
    Definitely my favorite console game.

    The only thing I didn't like was 9S I hated him, and the middle part of the game where you play as him. Aside from 9S, here are some of the things I liked. The story was great. The music was great, I even listen to it when I play other games now. The combat was fun. The weapons are usually fun to use, and decent looking. The bosses are fun to    Definitely my favorite console game.

    The only thing I didn't like was 9S I hated him, and the middle part of the game where you play as him.

    Aside from 9S, here are some of the things I liked.
    The story was great.
    The music was great, I even listen to it when I play other games now.
    The combat was fun.
    The weapons are usually fun to use, and decent looking.
    The bosses are fun to fight.
    There are 26 endings, and while some of them are just dumb, they're generally fun to get.
    The bosses mostly have good backstories, some of them even sad.
    Characters are generally likable, even some of the robots who you are meant to be fighting.    … Expand
  47. nicomg
    Mar 28, 2019
    9
    Nier: Automata is, in my opinion, one of the most special games of its generation. Behind its appearance of being a typical action rpg you'll find a deep and complex game that through both narrative and sometimes gameplay presents the player with fundamental philosophical questions concerning the perception of self-being and the purpose of life.

    The visuals, while they are not the most    Nier: Automata is, in my opinion, one of the most special games of its generation. Behind its appearance of being a typical action rpg you'll find a deep and complex game that through both narrative and sometimes gameplay presents the player with fundamental philosophical questions concerning the perception of self-being and the purpose of life.

    The visuals, while they are not the most impressive you'll see in this generation, they certainly set the correct atmosphere for the game in its many scenarios, while always mantaining that feeling of desolation throughout them. While a few of the places you'll visit may be a little cliché (every game must have a "forest level", am I right?), every one of them is very different from each other, offering a great diversity in the world that Nier Automata takes place in.

    Speaking of diversity, the gameplay of Automata is designed so every now and then the game switches up the way that you play it, with lots of sections that offer different gameplay styles. At one time you are traveling through an open field, at other you are fighting your way through 2D corridors, others you are shooting while flying a ship like an old-school arcade shooter. And in my opinion, the each different sections didn't overstay its welcome (although personally Im not a big fan of the shooting sections and those could really get tedious and long if they are not your cup of tea). When it comes to the combat itself, the way the combat works offers players a lot of options regarding the way they wanna fight. Diffferent weapons offer not only different stats, but different fighting styles as well. Playing as 2B you have two weapons equipped: one for light attacks, one for heavy attacks. You can equip any kind of weapon to light or heavy as you see fit, and that gives the player lots of freedom. With 9S you only have one weapon, but instead of a heavy attack weapon you can hack enemies, which will trigger a minigame in which you will have to shoot yet again (yay?) until you destroy the target and succesfully hack your enemy, which will deal damage, allow you to detonate it, or take control of it in some cases.

    The story is great. If you haven't played the other Nier or Drakengarde games, worry not, for the plot of Automata works perfectly on its own and doesnt require you to know the previous lore of the franchise in order to understand what's going on. However, dedicated fans of the series will get more out of Automata's story, as there is a lot of references to the previous games and ties in on some plot points. As I explained earlier, this game through its narrative deals with deep questions regarding our existence and purpose in life, making it probably the most philosophical game you will ever find. The plot, while not hard to follow, is really deep for that reason. Characters are very unique and likeable. This is specially true for the protagonists of the game that you take control of as you play, and its surprising how much this game manages to make you, a human, feel empathy and an emotional connection to the androids that serve as main characters. Specially through the third arc of the story, this game will be a rollercoaster of emotions.

    Finally the soundtrack. It works. It fits the atmosphere, it fills the silence. Nothing too memorable in my opinion, I never found myself humming the game's OST after putting my controller down (except for the Main Theme, "Weight of the World" which is absolutely a masterpiece, specially after finishing the story).

    In sum, this is by far one of the best games I have ever played. It has something for everyone, and I think it's a must-play for the PS4. The only reason why I didn't give it a perfect score was the forgetable soundtrack, the overuse of shooting sections and the fact that it gets a little repetitive in the middle of the game (however, after completing ending B, the game starts a new story arc that really shakes things up and takes everything up to speed again).    … Expand
  48. Pinkie_Apple
    Oct 9, 2019
    9
    Ao jogar Nier: Automata estava com minhas expectativas baixas, porém foi uma incrível surpresa vê mais um excelente trabalho de direção por Yoko Taro é o esforço da PlatinumGames para entregar um bom jogo, no entanto apresenta falhas que vão desde queda constante de FPS(frames por segundo) à baixa qualidade gráfica com diversos serrilhados.
    Jogado no PS4 Slim
    ID: Pinkie-Apple Notas    Ao jogar Nier: Automata estava com minhas expectativas baixas, porém foi uma incrível surpresa vê mais um excelente trabalho de direção por Yoko Taro é o esforço da PlatinumGames para entregar um bom jogo, no entanto apresenta falhas que vão desde queda constante de FPS(frames por segundo) à baixa qualidade gráfica com diversos serrilhados.
    Jogado no PS4 Slim
    ID: Pinkie-Apple

    Notas
    Gráficos: 6
    Jogabilidade: 10
    Trilha Sonora: 10
    Desempenho: 7
    Performance: 7    … Expand
  49. darthdre
    Jun 14, 2019
    9
    Nier: AUTOMATA is one of the best videogame i ever played but one minus for russian gamers is full en/jp text and sound.
  50. RSB
    Aug 11, 2021
    9
    An incredible heart-wrenching compelling story that cannot be fully appreciated if you haven't beaten the game twice after 9S's ending that at the end of all my playthroughs had me thinking about the existence of life and God.

    I cannot stress enough how imperative it is to see this game to the end to really understand everything that is going on. It does have its faults for e.g. the    An incredible heart-wrenching compelling story that cannot be fully appreciated if you haven't beaten the game twice after 9S's ending that at the end of all my playthroughs had me thinking about the existence of life and God.

    I cannot stress enough how imperative it is to see this game to the end to really understand everything that is going on.

    It does have its faults for e.g. the button mashy combat with little variety in moves and facing robots for the entirety of the game doesn't sound like the best type of enemy variety but with a story that packs this much of a punch, you would be doing yourself a disservice to toss this to the side because of it. Its variety of playstyles that ranges from games from the 80s and 90's up to modern-day makes up for the combat though.

    This game is a masterpiece that will make you go on an emotional rollercoaster that is unlike any game I've ever played. Going through subject matter most critically acclaimed directors wouldn't dare attempt to approach.    … Expand
  51. 666Game666
    Oct 5, 2019
    9
    I was really impressed by this beautiful, thought provoking jrpg. Gameplay is excellent.

    -1 point, although the initial playthroughs are fun, you may not desire to ever do so again.
  52. MazrimTaim14
    Oct 14, 2019
    9
    A story narrative reminiscence of Xenogears and FFT, Nier automata is one of the most memorable game of all time. A game brushed off as a fetish porn fantasy by many at first glance. It is game that resonates to those who are longing for a game that make you feel again.

    The route B was offsetting as first since it didnt deviate enough fro route A but as soon as we start the game proper    A story narrative reminiscence of Xenogears and FFT, Nier automata is one of the most memorable game of all time. A game brushed off as a fetish porn fantasy by many at first glance. It is game that resonates to those who are longing for a game that make you feel again.

    The route B was offsetting as first since it didnt deviate enough fro route A but as soon as we start the game proper (yes, i consider A & B as prologue) then things really start to hit is off. Similar to anime where the first half of the season is light hearted with dark tones glimmered underneath the surface the everything start to boil up in the second half as wham moments come ini succeeding fashion that left me at awe.

    It is not for everyone but a game doesnt need to be for everyone to be considered great. It delivered what it aim to. An experience we rarely see in games nowadays. Its art in our worlds current form.

    A great beautiful game.    … Expand
  53. Ambimunch
    Nov 29, 2019
    9
    The game breaks away from the stereotypical robot apocalypse cliche and presents a deep and thought-provoking narrative of androids that were programmed to think and experience emotions like humans, ultimately posing the question if these beings are living creatures. The game uses Platinum's top tier deep battle system, a very good soundtrack, and a well written script - and delivers anThe game breaks away from the stereotypical robot apocalypse cliche and presents a deep and thought-provoking narrative of androids that were programmed to think and experience emotions like humans, ultimately posing the question if these beings are living creatures. The game uses Platinum's top tier deep battle system, a very good soundtrack, and a well written script - and delivers an interesting story unlike anything from other sci-fi films/games we've seen before. 9/10… Expand
  54. morgoth834
    Jun 19, 2020
    9
    Breathtaking. This game is just a ton of fun with an intriguing story. The way the game seamlessly switched between entirely different game genres ensured I was never truly bored. It's nice to see that Yoko Taro was finally given a large budget.
  55. Francisco45
    Dec 2, 2019
    9
    Simplemente de los mejores , la historia me parece muy pero que Muy buena su gameplay es extremadamente fluido las mecanicas de combate son excelentes como una pega en mi opinion son los graficos
  56. raptus21
    Dec 1, 2019
    9
    Th best sundtrack in gameplay history. Very emotional story, interesting quests and plot, nice fights, comfortable chips system. The only drawbacks are backtracking and too empty world.
  57. Pietrovish
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Una maravilla de jugabilidad e historia. Lo rejugué hasta sacar todos los finales. Totalmente recomendable.
  58. GabFire
    Aug 10, 2020
    9
    Jogo sensacional, um dos melhores jogos que já vi da Square Enix e espero muito que tenha nova sequência com trilhas sonoras ainda mais cativantes.
  59. Adriella01
    Feb 22, 2020
    9
    As it is part of the drakengard/drag on dragoon and Nier lore, I had to play this wonderful game. For Fans it has many references to the old ps2 classics. If it would have more gameplay hours about the story like in Nier and Drakengard, it could be a 10 for me. Instead I got a bit disappointed getting all the various endings pretty soon.
  60. SirSoil
    Oct 4, 2020
    9
    Nier Automata is an excellent engaging game with an amazing combat system and gameplay, simple ways to play and a great open world to explore as well. Let’s begin with the overall story, it’s good as far as I’m concerned however it’s not flawless it has its viable flaws with some characters and moments but that’s the only issues with the game, other than that 26 different endings availableNier Automata is an excellent engaging game with an amazing combat system and gameplay, simple ways to play and a great open world to explore as well. Let’s begin with the overall story, it’s good as far as I’m concerned however it’s not flawless it has its viable flaws with some characters and moments but that’s the only issues with the game, other than that 26 different endings available is truly impressive not going to lie. Ok now to the best thing about the game, the combat it’s satisfying simple and at the same time complex, the leveling up system and the many options available to upgrade are all great and fun. The open world and quests aren’t huge but they do their job and are quite entertaining sometimes. The soundtrack though oh my god, the soundtrack is perfect it’s engaging at times chaotic at times, and relaxing at times, it’s the best part of the game by far. Nier Automata might not be a masterpiece but it had the potential with its amazing combat system great story and masterful soundtrack, would recommend this game truly just don’t expect the games story to be perfect like many say, it’s still a god damn engaging video game at the end of the day . (Amazing 4/5) Your Missing Out!… Expand
  61. AbhinavDasiga
    Feb 3, 2022
    9
    A game which truly transcends genres and pushes the limit of medium itself. The philosophical themes, the gameplay elements, the multiple endings all converge to serve a single coherent purpose - posing the most important question to the player. Only negative is that combat can be a little boring and repetitive.
  62. matthewrussel
    Sep 3, 2020
    9
    One of the best games of this generation. The gameplay is really fun, the characters design and world design are over the top, the artistic direction in its entirety is one of the best in the medium. What holds this game from achieving the perfect score is the side quests design, fetch quests for the most part, you have to go from point A to point B and come back. On the other hand theOne of the best games of this generation. The gameplay is really fun, the characters design and world design are over the top, the artistic direction in its entirety is one of the best in the medium. What holds this game from achieving the perfect score is the side quests design, fetch quests for the most part, you have to go from point A to point B and come back. On the other hand the stories you discover through these side quests are one of the biggest pro of this game. The plot and the characters are well written, the world building is incredible. This game pushed me to explore every single part of it, all endings, secret bosses, side quests and so forth, in order to discover the lore of the world and the characters whose live in it. Play this game, you won't regret it.… Expand
  63. Shaw2266
    Oct 23, 2020
    9
    Great game!! I’ll start with this is not the style of game I usually get into. However I really enjoyed every aspect from the story, gameplay, and visuals. It’s definitely worth doing the alternate ending, as it only gets better. It’s not a 10/10, but so close. I’ll most likely play it again someday.
  64. TheReal_funboby
    May 1, 2020
    9
    This game took me by surprise. It was my first Nier experience and I was blown away. Although the graphics aren't up to par to what we're used to on AAA games, it more than makes up for it everywhere else. The gameplay is stylish and addictive, the music is amazing, and the story is a wild ride that needs to be experienced by everyone. It is very well paced and the story keeps youThis game took me by surprise. It was my first Nier experience and I was blown away. Although the graphics aren't up to par to what we're used to on AAA games, it more than makes up for it everywhere else. The gameplay is stylish and addictive, the music is amazing, and the story is a wild ride that needs to be experienced by everyone. It is very well paced and the story keeps you guessing until the end. There are multiple endings so just when you thought you were done, it opens another path for you. The only negative I've encountered are some minor glitches in this game that randomly happen but don't ruin the experience for me at all. I have heard that the YoRHA Edition has more glitches so do look into that before deciding if you should buy the standard edition or the YoRHA. This review was based on the standard edition.… Expand
  65. Duncs12345
    Sep 3, 2022
    9
    This game is a though provoking and cool game. I love it's art style, characters, music and storyline. However, I personally found that the battle system lacked depth.
  66. ViktorKrakov
    Jul 4, 2020
    9
    Really enjoying the game so far. Halfway through my first NG+. The combination of different styles and mechanics is very refreshing.
  67. metesuzuk
    Jan 11, 2022
    9
    The game in which I plunge into its wide world. It is a game with attractive characters, designs like Simone, and a great story.
  68. Chestwig
    Jun 23, 2020
    9
    Absolutely fantastic!
    I loved the first game despite middling reviews and this is even better. Just like the first game the soundtrack is amazing. The story demands more play throughs to get the whole picture. There are multiple endings including some comedy ones.
    Like the first game it asks lots of questions and really makes you question your actions. The graphics are good for a AA game    Absolutely fantastic!
    I loved the first game despite middling reviews and this is even better. Just like the first game the soundtrack is amazing. The story demands more play throughs to get the whole picture. There are multiple endings including some comedy ones.
    Like the first game it asks lots of questions and really makes you question your actions.
    The graphics are good for a AA game and there is a good 50 hours of gameplay to see the true ending.
    This is hands down my favourite game of this generation.    … Expand
  69. LiirThropp
    Apr 26, 2021
    9
    Incredible in my opinion, though not recommended if you're looking for an action-oriented-with-little-story game. Most of its appeal comes from the story and the characters, and if you get invested it takes you through a heavy emotional journey.

    Pros: Great story, amazing soundtrack, fast paced battles, lots of hidden little secrets, above-average replayability, interesting characters,    Incredible in my opinion, though not recommended if you're looking for an action-oriented-with-little-story game. Most of its appeal comes from the story and the characters, and if you get invested it takes you through a heavy emotional journey.

    Pros: Great story, amazing soundtrack, fast paced battles, lots of hidden little secrets, above-average replayability, interesting characters, mostly open exploration.

    Cons: Only 4 weapon styles, no autosave (not usually problematic, but is a hassle if the game crashes, which it sometimes does), some grindy element to 100% it.

    But all in all it is amazing. If you're looking to get completely absorbed by a great story that leaves you asking yourself complex questions, this is the game for you.    … Expand
  70. chrisdan23
    Jun 8, 2022
    9
    Der Nachfolger zum durchwachsenden, aber legendären NieR, ist sicherlich einer der Überraschungserfolge dieser Konsolengeneration. Überzeugten die Vorgänger im NieR Rollenspieluniversum bereits mit ihrem eigenständigen Setting, schwächelten sie leider bezüglich des Gameplays.

    Mit dem Bayonetta Entwickler Platinum Games, stieg nun aber eines der innovativsten Gamestudios der letzten    Der Nachfolger zum durchwachsenden, aber legendären NieR, ist sicherlich einer der Überraschungserfolge dieser Konsolengeneration. Überzeugten die Vorgänger im NieR Rollenspieluniversum bereits mit ihrem eigenständigen Setting, schwächelten sie leider bezüglich des Gameplays.

    Mit dem Bayonetta Entwickler Platinum Games, stieg nun aber eines der innovativsten Gamestudios der letzten Jahre in das Franchise mit ein und liefert mit NieR:Automata ein Action Feuerwerk ab, das seinesgleichen sucht.

    Der einzigartige Gameplay Mix aus klassischem Shoot'em Up, Hack'n Slay, Puzzle und Geschicklichkeitseinlagen spielt sich so dermaßen rund und flüssig, wie kaum ein anderes Actionspiel der letzten Jahre. Das Setting des NieR Universums erzählt zudem eine erwachsene, typisch japanische SciFi Mär, die auch vor philosophischen Fragen keine Scheu hat. Das innovative Spielkonzept entfaltet sich zudem nicht nur hinsichtlich des Gameplays, sondern auch in der Erzählstruktur des Titels. So reicht bei NieR:Automata nicht etwa ein Spieldurchlauf um die Geschichte zu einem Ende zu bringen. Nein, wir gehen das Spiel letztlich in mindestens zwei Durchläufen an, die wir mit unterschiedlichen Hauptcharakteren absolvieren, um zu guter Letzt gar noch einen dritten Charakter und weiteren Content freizuschalten.

    Wenngleich Style und Design großartig, sowie Präsentation und Inszenierung auf durchgängig hohem Niveau sind - letztlich ist NieR:Automata kein AAA Titel, sondern wurde mit einem kleineren Budget realisiert. Das zeigt sich vor allem in der Spielewelt, die im Gro doch etwas trist wirkt und durchaus auch etwas größer hätte ausfallen können. Dennoch, NieR:Automata ist ein absolutes Kleinod unter den Action RPGs und spielerisch nahe an der Perfektion. Ein Must Play für jeden Fan des Genres.    … Expand
  71. Thegamegg1
    Jul 31, 2020
    9
    Excelente una experiencia inigualable. 100% recomendado. Gran gameplay y gran historia llena de detalles.
  72. Falcon2147
    Jun 24, 2022
    9
    Story 10/10
    Insane AI, recommend playing on easy, can skip side quests
    :)
  73. Tsunowa
    Aug 9, 2020
    9
    I really enjoyed played this game, I just disappointed about the port to PC, has to buy the game on PS4. But the combat is really good
  74. AlexeyLilicenko
    Aug 12, 2020
    9
    Great game, that gives you a lot of surprises. Graphics are outdated though, more like ps3.
    But characters and mechanics make game pretty good.
    Of course 2B is pretty and sexy character with her own charisma. Game definitely has a Soul.
  75. Chicuelino
    Aug 12, 2020
    9
    By no means a perfect game, the thing is riddled with bugs and technical deficiencies, it shows that it is indeed a port. and little was made to optimize it for pc. you have to do a lot of things before it is playable.
    but man did the effort i put into playing it was worth my while.
  76. Flammie
    Nov 12, 2020
    9
    Nier Automata is an action RPG with futuristic theme. You control androids and the plot starts of with seemingly basic sci-fi space fight but evolves into a truly unique and interesting plot. The battle in the game provides the player few choices of fighting strategies, either close combat or ranged weapons can be used pretty freely in most battles, with a few additional more creativeNier Automata is an action RPG with futuristic theme. You control androids and the plot starts of with seemingly basic sci-fi space fight but evolves into a truly unique and interesting plot. The battle in the game provides the player few choices of fighting strategies, either close combat or ranged weapons can be used pretty freely in most battles, with a few additional more creative battle modes added later in the game. There are also shoot-em-up style battles and something that could be best called as twin-stick shooter. The controls are solid and most deaths are due to player's mistakes, though it won't happen very often in my experience. The graphics are okay, I understand that there's a theme but it's very monochromatic and especially hard to read if you are playing on a moderate sized television and further than a few metres away, as is usual in console gaming; it's all light brown on dark brown or vice versa. Music is interesting, it has a lot of tracks with vocals that probably try to convey emotional meanings, I am still on the edge whether it's more disturbing and odd than atmospheric… Expand
  77. Vitalick
    Dec 19, 2020
    9
    Excelent game , story and music is awesome. The combination of open world jrpg and action game is perfect
  78. strangebrew123
    Jul 30, 2021
    9
    Fantastic game with a great storyline with multiple twists and turns, superb! Great gameplay and graphics. Tricky first hour, but definitely worth pursuing to the main game. Don't forget to save your progress! Some glitches in the game of the YoRHa version, but nothing to worry about, and some of the interactions with npc could have been handled differently. I got endings ABCDEGWFantastic game with a great storyline with multiple twists and turns, superb! Great gameplay and graphics. Tricky first hour, but definitely worth pursuing to the main game. Don't forget to save your progress! Some glitches in the game of the YoRHa version, but nothing to worry about, and some of the interactions with npc could have been handled differently. I got endings ABCDEGW after 80+ hours of play! Definitely worth playing!… Expand
  79. Daemon20
    Jan 25, 2021
    9
    Arguably the best JRPG of all time, NieR: Automata delivers in anything it tries to do, exhilarating fun combat, likeable characters, gut-wrenching moments and plot twists, and deep Philosophical themes, all with one of the weirdest, best and most fitting soundtracks in any game. Absolutely a must play no matter what you care about, gameplay, story, characters, world, NieR: Automata has it all.
  80. Mobelka
    Oct 4, 2022
    9
    Graphiquement pas auv top mais tout le reste est sublime game play surprenant, scénario génial et la meilleure ost ever
  81. YokoHugo
    May 6, 2021
    9
    Yoko Taro nunca decepciona y nos ha traído otra obra maestra. Nier Automata es un juego que desprende amor por los videojuegos por todos sus costados. El juego mezcla varios géneros tales como el hack & slash, el bullet hell o el mundo abierto, lo cual aporta mucha frescura y diversidad al título. Los personajes, tanto principales como secundarios, son inolvidables y la historia es de loYoko Taro nunca decepciona y nos ha traído otra obra maestra. Nier Automata es un juego que desprende amor por los videojuegos por todos sus costados. El juego mezcla varios géneros tales como el hack & slash, el bullet hell o el mundo abierto, lo cual aporta mucha frescura y diversidad al título. Los personajes, tanto principales como secundarios, son inolvidables y la historia es de lo mejor que he visto ej un videojuego nunca. En este juego vemos claramente la huella de su director; el primer final es solo el principio del juego. De los 5 finales principales, el último te sacará una que otra lagrimilla. La historia de 2B, 9S Y A2 es tan emotiva como triste, y el juego tiene un par de decisiones que costará mucho tomar. El juego no es una revolución gráfica, pero se ve bien. Eso sí, la música es inolvidable, igual que la de su predecesor. Si tuviera que poner una pega serían las misiones secundarias, que pese a aportar historia interesante, son todas de "recadero" y llegan a ser un coñazo. Un juego imprescindible para todo amamte de una buena historia.… Expand
  82. Superbolonio
    May 20, 2021
    9
    Grandísimo juego, una de las mejores historias que he jugado y un gameplay muy divertido. No es perfecto y tiene sus cosas malas como la dificultad, la diferencia que hay entre el modo normal y el difícil es muy alta, sus gráficos o algunas misiones secundarias pero solo recordar esa historia hace que me olvidé de todo lo malo de este juego.
  83. nVxx
    Feb 4, 2022
    9
    After playing the free demo when it became available it took me a few years and some convincing before I made myself play the game. Having very limited time for gaming makes picky, and Nier: Automata with its playtime and art-style required a certain leap of faith from me. The result - 70+ hours playthrough on Hard level, 100% completion and conversion to a strong advocate of the game.After playing the free demo when it became available it took me a few years and some convincing before I made myself play the game. Having very limited time for gaming makes picky, and Nier: Automata with its playtime and art-style required a certain leap of faith from me. The result - 70+ hours playthrough on Hard level, 100% completion and conversion to a strong advocate of the game.

    STORY
    If I'd have to pick what makes Nier: Automata stand out most, I would be very unoriginal and name the story. And it's not only about the potent and layered story the game delivers, but also how it does it. Nier: Automata eagerly acknowledges its medium and fully embraces it to deliver some unique storytelling. The game should be played through several times for the story to fully unfold. Upon the first completion the gamer is encouraged with a message from Square Enix to replay the game. And the ending of the first playthrough is deliberately cheesy and unconvincing, aimed to motivate the player to replaying. Further playthroughs unfold the story more and more and also affect the overall game mood in a very effective way. Also the game manages to explore existentialism topics along the story, which does not feel cheap, but very authentic.

    PRESENTATION
    The graphics are not something extraordinary. The game is solid for a 1080p 60fps title (that's the baseline on PS4), but nothing more. To give a perspective, it was released in 2017, first as a PS4 only title, that's a full 2 years after the amazing MGS5 release (which was a cross-gen game btw!). However the great art-style mostly makes up for that. Also the overall atmosphere, incredible music play together very well to build up a convincing world. I myself am not a fan of vast open world games where the points of interest are scarcely scattered through the game world and where the game world is more a technological achievement and does not contribute to a more satisfying gameplay. Nier is still an open world game, but more confined and hand crafted, with enclosed areas of different sizes connected to one another. Some areas are available from the beginning and some become available through the game story progression, meanwhile all of them are simply beautiful and have great variability. Whether it's a forest, desert, city ruins, all feel authentic with matching music tracks that complement the experience.

    GAMEPLAY
    Nier: Automata has basically 3 game modes - third-person action, mech piloting and hacking.
    While mech piloting and hacking are less sophisticated, none of them really feels redundant and is fun to play. Hacking and mech piloting lack variety, but they are also not overused, so don't get boring.
    The introduction sequence of the game does a great job of showing the game's strong gameplay design. The game starts as a top-down bullet-hell shooter, then smoothly transitions to isometric view, then to the view from back, then to a side view... These transitions also happen further in the game and are not a distraction, but complement the gameplay and bring additional variety, since the gameplay mechanics manage to stay consistent between the modes.
    The same is true for the third-person action. For combat there is the classic formula - light attack, heavy attack, evade and jump, which make up all the combos. And there is also a companion POD with it's own ranged attacks.
    Combat in Nier is very satisfying, on par with what one would expect from Platinum Games, especially on Hard difficulty, but it has some shortcomings.
    First there's the redundancy of different weapons acquired during the playthrough. I never really felt the urge to use more than a few most powerful ones.
    And then there's the POD. On easy modes you can even set it up to auto-aim, but even without that the POD is a great help (especially since it also can be upgraded). It helps to avoid engaging in unwanted melee combat, which in turn makes some boss fights in open spaces way too easy.
    Another complaint would be from completionist players' perspective. The game has a great replay value, with very interesting and insightful side-quests. Though for a full progression some resources need to be farmed for weapon upgrades, which on its own is not a bad thing, but some particular resources can be farmed in particular locations with a low drop rate, meaning a routine work of reloading and playing the same unchallenging sequence over and over again.

    VERDICT    … Expand
  84. Umidahh
    Jun 28, 2021
    9
    Nier Automata fue un antes y un después en cuanto a la persepción que se tiene de los videojuegos en lo que a mi respecta, ofrece una experiencia única que no podrás experimentar en ningún otro juego y una vez lo termines vas a llevarlo en el corazón para siempre. La musica en conjunto con el ambiente de la historia están ejecutadas de forma perfecta, logrando sumergirte dentro de laNier Automata fue un antes y un después en cuanto a la persepción que se tiene de los videojuegos en lo que a mi respecta, ofrece una experiencia única que no podrás experimentar en ningún otro juego y una vez lo termines vas a llevarlo en el corazón para siempre. La musica en conjunto con el ambiente de la historia están ejecutadas de forma perfecta, logrando sumergirte dentro de la historia aún mas y logra hacerte sentir cosas de forma tan sencilla que es simplemente exquisito.

    Videojuegos tan únicos y distintos como este no se encuentran todos los dias, una experiencia que recomiendo a todo el mundo sin duda.    … Expand
  85. Yuuta211
    Aug 4, 2021
    9
    Story:

    At first i was not interested in the story of this game and i dropped the game before the first ending (yes there are like 26 endings) but when i purchased it for ps4 and i started getting into the story that game changed so much, the first and second run are like a tutorial where you get used to the game mechanics but the third one is tone of the best things I've played, this    Story:

    At first i was not interested in the story of this game and i dropped the game before the first ending (yes there are like 26 endings) but when i purchased it for ps4 and i started getting into the story that game changed so much, the first and second run are like a tutorial where you get used to the game mechanics but the third one is tone of the best things I've played, this game uses the first and second run to get you to know the game, the world and the characters that you'll encounter through the story.

    Music:

    The music of this game is something that you can't describe, the score on this game is an absolute masterpiece from the sad moments when it plays sad music to the epic boss fights with epic music there is no song that doesn't give you goosebumps.

    Graphics:

    Good graphics.

    Gameplay:

    unfortunately i didn't enjoy the combat so much, i mean is good but if you play it in Normal difficulty it is too easy and if you play it in hard it gets so difficult.    … Expand
  86. MortalShaw
    Aug 9, 2021
    9
    me encanto la historia del juego y el cul0 de 2b, muy buen gameplay y banda sonora, no sabia que antes de esto iba drakengard, me impresiono mucho eso, juegazo super recomendado.
  87. TonyBoyBR
    Mar 10, 2023
    9
    Um excelente game com uma história interessante, personagens cativantes, e uma gameplay variada e viciante sem falar que a personagem feminina, realmente é feminina, pois o games ocidentais ou as mulheres são marombeiras ou são quadradas feito Bob Esponja, minha única critica fica por conta do mapa que é muito confuso para decifrá-lo.
  88. soarinh
    Dec 6, 2021
    9
    Nier: Automata is a masterclass in philosophical and morals-based storytelling, character writing, and astounding emotional world-building, with one of the greatest soundtracks in video game history. though falls short with a mediocre combat system and copy-cat JRPG elements.

    Nier: Automata delivers compelling characters and story writing, where androids are fighting against machines in    Nier: Automata is a masterclass in philosophical and morals-based storytelling, character writing, and astounding emotional world-building, with one of the greatest soundtracks in video game history. though falls short with a mediocre combat system and copy-cat JRPG elements.

    Nier: Automata delivers compelling characters and story writing, where androids are fighting against machines in a never ending war, asking characters to cope with the meaningless of life by creating their own; with philosophical themes such as personal meaning and existentialism; the meaning to live, love, fight, the dread and despair that comes through the struggle of living in their broken world. With morality questions given to the player, asked by the "good guys" and "bad guys" presented in a gray and gray way. No one is necessarily wrong or right, they are simply doing what they feel they must, given their circumstances. Nier: Automata asks the player for empathy for these characters, even if the morality of a character is put to question through their actions.

    I find that in Nier: Automata worldbuilding is a consistent vessel for the story-telling, you might ask "Isn't this obvious?", and yes, the deteriorated buildings, buildings engulfed in nature; the barely surviving androids in a constant war living in basically primitive environments. It's all very telling of the time Nier: Automata is set in, a far into the future, post-human apocalyptic world. The depressive nature of the design ties in nicely to the storytelling thematic. The world isn't romanticized for the sake of having a "prettier" world; its made to be horribly boring, even ugly, ran down and give you feelings of dread and doom as if there's no point, everything's gone so why continue? It immerses you so much deeper than if there was unrealistically large beautiful nature and interesting prop-like architecture choices by the developers like The Last of Us 2 and Fallout 4; it follows the depressive environment seen in games like Metro Exodus and it's done to perfection.

    Combat in Nier: Automata is... Serviceable, while not being overly boring, it does what it needs to and that's about it. There's basic JRPG skill tree elements, levels, EXP gain and combat stats, though presented differently, still nothing innovative. Overall bosses are pretty simple; the variety of weapons gives the player small feelings of choice, but combat in Nier: Automata mostly comes down to button mashing, with small switch-ups.

    Last but not least & arguably the most impressive part of Nier: Automata is the Soundtrack, composed mainly by Keiichi Okabe, we are given one of the most outstanding OSTs in media and more specifically in this medium. It's loud, grand and beautiful; the music ties well into the narrative. Specific moments are built up to astounding climaxes, and other moments fill you with sadness or a bittersweet feeling.

    Nier: Automata is a patient players game; it may only be respected by those with a keen eye for brilliant storytelling and character writing. If given that attention, sits a masterfully crafted entry into the Nier franchise, and is one of the greatest achievements of this medium.    … Expand
  89. GabFireBR
    Dec 27, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O que eu poderia falar desse jogo, é simplesmente incrível, eu tinha meus preconceitos contra jogos nesse visual, e "NieR: Automata" quebrou eles. Uma jogabilidade sensacional, digno de um puro hack and slash com algumas mecânicas em RPG, que combina perfeitamente e me faz amar destruir as máquinas. Além de sua história majestosa e misteriosa, após eu platinar, fiquei semanas pesquisando mais sobre o universo de NieR, e tentando entender essa complexidade que criaram, mas focando em Automata, não imaginei ver o final que vi, o verdadeiro, onde a A2 acaba com o desejo de vingança prematura do 9S. Apesar de ser uma obra incrível, esse jogo apresenta um gráfico horroroso com texturas dignas de se jogar no lixo, meu motivo de preconceito com esses jogos surgiram por causa desses gráficos, tomara que um dia esses estúdios de jogos em visual de anime, mudem a perspectiva gráfica, assim como a Square Enix mudou em Final Fantasy!… Expand
  90. FermiAltair
    Aug 31, 2023
    9
    It´s a masterpeace, that´s all.

    Nice Story, characters, music, lore, everything in this games is outstanding.
  91. DarkwingSchmuck
    Mar 4, 2022
    9
    Nier: Automata is an exceptional action RPG developed by the action game veterans at Platinum Games. Combat is fast paced and fun, if not a bit on the mashy side, but the real star of the show is the engrossing and intelligent meta-narrative. Nier: Automata also welcomes repeat playthroughs with alternate scenarios and endings.
  92. sovg1998
    Mar 7, 2022
    9
    my wife 2b,women-materialized-masterpiece,textbook of female character design
  93. zach_grech
    May 3, 2022
    9
    Story, combat, levels, soundtrack are all outstanding. 2 extremely different routes available. Only flaw is the second route is basically the same as the first which makes the story predictable.
  94. Josephkeith19
    Jun 11, 2022
    9
    Played this game between Christmas Day and New years and didn't know what to expect. I was blown away by it and how invested i become in that short time of playing it. Sunk 25+ hours into it ultimately. All in all an incredible game despite the graphics and overall look of the game , definitely worth playing.
  95. 3ls0ul
    Mar 7, 2023
    9
    Este juego aún no lo eh jugado o completado, así que pondré una reseña y nota diferentes cuando lo haga.
  96. SauceBox6
    Nov 26, 2022
    9
    10 - Masterpiece
    9 - Amazing
    8 - Great
    7 - Good
    6 - Okay
    5 - Mediocre
    4 - Bad
    3 - Awful
    2 - Painful
    1 - Unbearable
  97. gamingdork
    Dec 14, 2022
    9
    Nier Automata is a fantastic action RPG with heart touching story and narratives from perspective of different characters . Gameplay is really good and combat is smooth and it delivers what it wants to deliver. My only issue with this game is that you have to grind a bit to fight a secret boss(not related to main story that much and the grind is not as bad as say MHW) and some areas likeNier Automata is a fantastic action RPG with heart touching story and narratives from perspective of different characters . Gameplay is really good and combat is smooth and it delivers what it wants to deliver. My only issue with this game is that you have to grind a bit to fight a secret boss(not related to main story that much and the grind is not as bad as say MHW) and some areas like amusement park are a bit small or areas like the desert could have more in it. That's why I deducted 1 point
    Otherwise main and side quests (even fetch quests are well executed in the norms of it's gameplay)    … Expand
  98. J_R
    May 29, 2023
    9
    9.4/10

    What is the best PS4 game? Bloodborne, The Witcher 3, Persona 5, Red Dead Redemption 2, Rocket League, 13 Sentinels, Resident Evil 2, Devil May Cry 5, God of War, Uncharted 4? Nope it’s none of these, it is Nier: Automata, and it isn’t even that hard of a choice. Nier: Automata achieves what many games should be trying to achieve – A perfect marriage of gameplay, visuals, story    9.4/10

    What is the best PS4 game? Bloodborne, The Witcher 3, Persona 5, Red Dead Redemption 2, Rocket League, 13 Sentinels, Resident Evil 2, Devil May Cry 5, God of War, Uncharted 4? Nope it’s none of these, it is Nier: Automata, and it isn’t even that hard of a choice. Nier: Automata achieves what many games should be trying to achieve – A perfect marriage of gameplay, visuals, story and sound.

    You should go into this knowing as little as possible so I’ll keep things brief. The story is one of the best ever. It is phenomenal and so effective. It’s the type of story that can only be done properly in video games. The soundtrack is one of the best ever. The game doesn’t have the biggest budget visuals but the art direction more than makes up for it. The game play is great and is a mix of action RPG and hack n slash with other ideas added in. It’s made by Platinum Games, the developers of Bayonetta, Vanquish and Astral Chain.

    So why am I not giving this a high 9? Unfortunately due to the way the game plays and how the story is told there is too much repetition. You fight the same enemies and see the same locations often. Then on top of this the side quests can be bland and add to the repetition. But of course all of this is really nothing compared to how good this game is.

    Are video games art? Yes, Nier: Automata proves this. Are video games on the same level as great literature and films? Yes, Nier: Automata proves this. If Roger Ebert was still with us Nier: Automata could have changed his mind on video games. Nier: Automata has the power to change you or at the very least be thought provoking and moving. Yoko Taro, the games writer and director, is a genius.

    Yeah I know this review sounds hyperbolic but Nier: Automata deserves it and if this little review convinces one person to play Nier: Automata then it has been more than worth it. If you love this medium then you need to play this.

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  99. Maafe
    Apr 28, 2023
    9
    Ending E just fits it all together and leaves you with undescribable emotions of hope and sadness at the same time.

    Gameplay is awsome
  100. hazukimio
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    NIER: AUTOMATA is a very traditional jrpg in terms of the replay system design, also it tops it off in character design and music which I was always struck by. The slightly lengthy sidelines and an open-world with little exploration elements are some of the game's few flaws.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 101 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 98 out of 101
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 101
  3. Negative: 0 out of 101
  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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