NieR: Automata

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  1. pongkrit03
    Jul 25, 2018
    6
    Nier has some merit but to give a 8 or 9 is too exaggerate. I was having a high hope after read all reviews here but after I played it myself. It is not the game I was looking for. It is still fun sometimes, but not anywhere near other great games out there. In fact, apart from charming main character model, it is average game at best.

    Note: I finished first ending then tried playing    Nier has some merit but to give a 8 or 9 is too exaggerate. I was having a high hope after read all reviews here but after I played it myself. It is not the game I was looking for. It is still fun sometimes, but not anywhere near other great games out there. In fact, apart from charming main character model, it is average game at best.

    Note: I finished first ending then tried playing second one half way then felt too bored to continue, people who praise the game usually say that you have to play at least 3 endings, so I don't know, maybe it get better, but I have no motivation anymore.

    Pros
    - Charming unique character models (2B) - you can see her pantie while playing.
    - Unique camera style - the camera keeps switching between 3D and 2D, and bird view. allow various style of gameplays
    - Good unique BGMs

    Cons
    - Very Outdated graphic
    - Empty & Small World
    - Repetitive looking enemies
    - Shallow combat mechanic - Combat in this game is various but everything is shallow. You can melee or range, dodge .... etc. Nothing serious since you can drink potion anytime with no animation, so as long as you have plenty health potions, you should not die unless due to carelessness. Moreover, dodging is too powerful, you can spam dodging button endlessly and nothing will hit you due to very long i-frame. I would say Nier is kind of jack of all trade, master of none. It gets repetitive real fast.
    - Hard difficulty is not fair - Devs just raise dmg to the point that normal enemies can kill you in 1-2 shots, it is just artificial challenge.
    - Boring Side quests
    - The game is very short 10-13 hrs

    Story is subjective one. It is very creative world, about the fight between android and machine, but personally I feel like the story of Nier lacks of backbone. It feels like anything can happen in this world without any reason. I do not care that much about relationship between characters but the devs emphasize this too much. It was disappointed for me.

    In the end, score 6/10 is the best I can give for this kind of quality and quantity. For those who never play this game before, there is a free demo, but warning, that demo stage is the best of combat stage they could offer. If you expect something better, you may get disappointed.    … Expand
  2. kiddy2345
    Mar 31, 2017
    10
    This game is excel my expectation, the story, the plot and the gameplay is fast pace and genoiusly well done. The soundtrack is one of the best I ever heard in my life. The story start good until the half the game It gets better and better but sadder and darker. The character are well done and lore within this world is interesting. This is Yoko taro best game yet and I definitely gladThis game is excel my expectation, the story, the plot and the gameplay is fast pace and genoiusly well done. The soundtrack is one of the best I ever heard in my life. The story start good until the half the game It gets better and better but sadder and darker. The character are well done and lore within this world is interesting. This is Yoko taro best game yet and I definitely glad that his work got recognized.… Expand
  3. Nimzabaat
    Nov 14, 2018
    5
    Nierly unplayable (heh). So to be completely honest, I really hate bad in-game camera. I hated it in the Resident Evil series and every single time it shows up. Nier makes the terrible camera a mechanic and constantly changes modes to throw the player off. I see that some people like it, but honestly, I'd rather play Too Human again than another minute of Nier. While the story is rumoredNierly unplayable (heh). So to be completely honest, I really hate bad in-game camera. I hated it in the Resident Evil series and every single time it shows up. Nier makes the terrible camera a mechanic and constantly changes modes to throw the player off. I see that some people like it, but honestly, I'd rather play Too Human again than another minute of Nier. While the story is rumored to be good, the best way to experience Nier is to watch a "Let's Play" with a player who has the patience to get through the awful gameplay.… Expand
  4. Caiobrz
    Aug 1, 2017
    10
    Nier:Automata is different and unique, and in that, it might not please some people .. some weird people. It has everything you would expect from a top game: gameplay, action, customization, leveling, easy to play but hard to master, great pace and varied - really varied gameplay. And it topples it of with an awesome thought provoking plot (and sub-plot, and sub-sub-plots, or just randomNier:Automata is different and unique, and in that, it might not please some people .. some weird people. It has everything you would expect from a top game: gameplay, action, customization, leveling, easy to play but hard to master, great pace and varied - really varied gameplay. And it topples it of with an awesome thought provoking plot (and sub-plot, and sub-sub-plots, or just random shower thoughts that hit you like a truck) and great replay value. That it changes game type often, from dual stick shooter to side scrolling, top view, 3D third person or hacking minigame is great to break the sameness of the plot, but it never overreaches to badly, so even when you dislike one of these game styles, you can be assured it will be over soon. If you like, you can seek them out in game.

    It might not feature the best graphics around, but this is a game that proves that you don't need the best graphic fidelity to be awesome. Its art style fits, and by the time you are in the middle of a bullet hell having to smash 4 buttons at the same time to master the field, you won't even care about graphics - and let it be known that this is on purpose, since the game strives to deliver 60 FPS nonstop, and manages to do so most of the time.

    That this game might not be considered the best game of 2017, of the best of our generation, is a testament to how much so many reviewers dislike the anime art style, or that it comes from a weird director from Japan. That despite that it is a huge success in both critics and sales, shows how good this actually is.    … Expand
  5. eldesgraciado
    Jul 3, 2017
    9
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    Came for the thighs, stayed for the cries.

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  6. JohnWitten
    Apr 30, 2017
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. [Portion of original Full-Length Review]

    One of the most intriguing aspects of gameplay at least stylistically stems from the change in perspective that litters some portions of the game. Typically you play in an over-the-shoulder third-person format, yet on occasion the game shifts to on the rails and top down perspectives for intense firefights utilizing your full android arsenal and party. While ultimately even the bullet-hell segments of the game boil down to eliminating your enemies and clearing the area in search of any interesting lore or story progression, I still found combat and the nice pace of breaking things up a suitable way to keep the monotony of most hack and slash titles to a minimum. The combat is solid enough that there honestly doesn’t need to be too much done with it that is flashy or gaudy and the enemy encounters and boss fights are memorable enough and frenetic and entertaining as is.

    The few complaints that I would have do touch a bit on what repetition there is actually present within the game and that comes largely as a narrative and strategic thing. Your character will be afforded the opportunity to deck themselves out in the occasional rare bonus here and there, plugging in a special upgrade chip that boosts stats in certain areas and are hard to come by. Ultimately this adds some strategy to the game, however there isn’t much diversity outside of a health or damage boost and so it isn’t as interesting as it could be in terms of use. Another case I would like to make is that Automata falls heavily into the Dragon Age II camp of adventure titles- meaning there is plenty of lore and content there and it isn’t a bad game at all, however you’re likely to retread many of the same or all-too similar areas for the duration of the campaign and throughout your quests. Although encounters will be varied and narrative progression unhindered, it’s a sort of lazy game design flaw that bugs any and everyone.

    The world and lore is entirely too intriguing for it to be limited in some of the ways it is- perhaps not literally as it is quite expansive, but in terms of scope and use as a character in and of itself. All things considered, if you played the previous installment then you’ll probably agree that Automata is certainly a leg up on the original in nearly every single way possible. The combat encounters are fun if not always diverse, the lore is handled quite well and manages to promote some intriguing plot lines, and the gameplay mechanics are quite solid and rarely offer any hiccups to halt the fluidity of the game. If you’re looking for an experience that has the ability to be a comprehensive one but doesn’t force you to explore it as deeply as you could, then Nier: Automata is for you.

    Concept: Guide your android comrades in the eternal war against the machines. Quite literally, rage against the machine.

    Graphics: While you will see ultimately a lot of the same, what is there is rendered quite well and there aren’t too many muddy textures involved.

    Sound: The melancholy mood that permeates the soundtrack and the narrative itself lends to the experience overall and is a strong selling point.

    Playability: While it has some quirky features and abrupt changes in perspective at times, the gameplay handles excellently and fluidly throughout your adventure.

    Entertainment: There are often hidden depths to be found but the main draw lies in the fact that the experience is totally what you make of it and there are many interesting facets to the characters and the world and conflict themselves.

    Replay Value: Moderate.

    Overall Score: 8.5    … Expand
  7. victhom
    Apr 11, 2017
    10
    What can I say about this game? Never played the original so was curious about this game, especially when I heard Platinum Games was helping out. This game is honestly one of the weirdest games I've ever played but weird in all the right ways. It is action packed, game play changes constantly into different styles from third person hack n slash, top down shooter, side scroller and miniWhat can I say about this game? Never played the original so was curious about this game, especially when I heard Platinum Games was helping out. This game is honestly one of the weirdest games I've ever played but weird in all the right ways. It is action packed, game play changes constantly into different styles from third person hack n slash, top down shooter, side scroller and mini game hacking segments. But above all this, it has an intriguing story and deep down an emotional core to all the madness.

    It is definitely right that passing the game the first time barely scratches the surface. you really only get about 20% of the story. Replaying the game isn't just replaying it all over again. It really feels like you're going onto the next chapter in a book. j

    The music in this game is absolutely phenomenal. They match the mood and scenes in the game and are catchy. One of the tracks in particular was so catchy I had to download it on my phone to listen to it. The soundtrack alone is enough to get this game and luckily it complements the action, story and characters.

    The characters in this game are also likeable. Some took a while for me to warm up to but you do eventually become invested in their motives and story. This game I realised in the end talks about what it means to be human - the emotions we feel, what the meaning of our existence is and how the machines and androids in this game may not be as different to humans as they seem.

    This is a must buy. I thought Breath of the Wild was my game of the year and it may still be, but now that Nier Automata has come, I'm still deciding which one takes that spot now.    … Expand
  8. claytastic
    Jan 25, 2018
    10
    NieR: Automata is stunning. It's a shining example of what games can and should be. It's always on the move, changing up and finding new ways to challenge or surprise you. It took me awhile to pick it up, but when I finally got my hands on it and played it, I couldn't have spent my money better.

    I was originally turned off by the idea of another open world action game, but I'd say this    NieR: Automata is stunning. It's a shining example of what games can and should be. It's always on the move, changing up and finding new ways to challenge or surprise you. It took me awhile to pick it up, but when I finally got my hands on it and played it, I couldn't have spent my money better.

    I was originally turned off by the idea of another open world action game, but I'd say this is the best one out there right now. The world is beautiful, and actually really well design. The different sections of the map are all different biomes, but rather than just changing the style of the setting, they have drastic shifts in design (for example, the desert is empty and barren with lots of enemies, the forest has narrowing and winding paths in a sea of trees, and the ocean swallowed some of the nearby buildings, giving you some platforming sections).

    Additionally, the story is surprisingly well done. I was worried that robots leading the main story would be a bad idea, but the way they help tell the narrative surpasses anything I expected. They have more emotional responses to things than most other games that sell themselves on their story. I won't spoil anything because I highly recommend that every goes out and experiences it for themselves.

    It's also a game where having multiple endings isn't a lame way of cramming in variety for variety's sake. They actually matter to the full game, so much so that if you got one and stopped playing, you'll only have scratched the surface. I hate to be one of those people who tell you that you're not playing a game right by only getting one ending or doing it a certain way, but that's absolutely the case with NieR, more so than any other game.

    The gameplay was another point of concern I had before the game's release. Given it's an RPG and from what I'd seen in early gameplay showings, I was worried it would have some confusing and unintuitive menus like Mass Effect Andromeda, and more recently, Xenoblade Chronicles 2. However, this was hardly a complaint, as you level up automatically, and choosing special skills and abilities and leveling up weapons are all super easy. But besides that, the gameplay is excellent. Combat handles well, the occasional platforming sections are really well done and don't happen too often, and every other different style of gameplay plays just as well as the others. This is showcased perfectly in the first 40 minutes, where it goes from being a top-down, twin-stick shooter, to a third person action game, to a 2D platformer, to a top-down platformer, then back to a third person action game, and each one transitions into the next as smooth as butter.

    Overall, NieR is easily my favourite game of the year, which in a year with Super Mario Odyssey and Breath of the Wild is no small feat. This is also already up there with some of the best games I've ever played, and might just be the best. I'm really glad it didn't get criminally underrated like the first NieR did. 10/10    … Expand
  9. grimsfield
    Aug 1, 2017
    9
    This game isn't perfect. It doesn't have the best graphics and I've run into a few minor bugs. Nothing serious, but a little annoying. That said, this game is amazing. Simply amazing. The art direction, the soundtrack, the story, the engrossing environments. Amazing. This is one of the best games I've ever played--and my top game of the year so far for 2017. Besting my previous fav ofThis game isn't perfect. It doesn't have the best graphics and I've run into a few minor bugs. Nothing serious, but a little annoying. That said, this game is amazing. Simply amazing. The art direction, the soundtrack, the story, the engrossing environments. Amazing. This is one of the best games I've ever played--and my top game of the year so far for 2017. Besting my previous fav of 2017, Horizon Zero Dawn.

    It's criminal that this game is rated below a 9, and I can only guess that's because its visual quality isn't on par with the aforementioned Horizon Zero dawn. Because the quality throughout every other aspect of the game sets an extremely high bar. I've told people this probably has one of the best, if not the best original sound tracks of any game I've ever played. And while I know that might sound a little over the top, I think it might be true. i've found myself going back to certain locations in the game, just to hear the local music play.

    What I think I like most about this game though; it feels unique. The game play is rich and interesting and and the story does a great job of making you feel for the characters while not making you watch a ton of really long drawn out cutscenes. The voice acting is top notch as well. The little comments the characters 2b and 9s share with each other, while not long winded, are poignant and effective. And the sub-quests are thought provoking and interesting, while not distracting from the main overarching theme of the game.

    I don't know what else to say... Do yourself a favor, play this game.    … Expand
  10. Muzzle131
    May 22, 2017
    10
    A true gem/masterpiece, gameplay, story, and especially the music.
    There isn't really much to say except to try it yourself and trudge through to the end that it somewhat hides from you meaning you have to put in the effort so it's not a game to play casually.
  11. JAX85
    Apr 23, 2017
    9
    The most important part of each game is its STORY !!! I like games like Nioh , Nier , Horizon zero down! Offline mode with story mode and perfect gameplay!!
  12. GamerJosh0137
    Apr 17, 2017
    8
    I don't have much, if any experience with hack and slash games or even JRPGs for that matter. Final Fantasy 15 is probably the only JRPG game I have ever played, oh and Metal Gear Solid 5 (if you consider that a JRPG. I don't but I could see why someone would). I may not know what makes a hack and slash, or a jrpg game good but imo NieR Automata is VERY good. Nier Automata makes anI don't have much, if any experience with hack and slash games or even JRPGs for that matter. Final Fantasy 15 is probably the only JRPG game I have ever played, oh and Metal Gear Solid 5 (if you consider that a JRPG. I don't but I could see why someone would). I may not know what makes a hack and slash, or a jrpg game good but imo NieR Automata is VERY good. Nier Automata makes an attempt at putting almost every genre of game into 1 title. Bullet hell, side scrolling platformer, top down shooter, etc. To my surprise all of those things are done rather well. I can't say that the story is great yet because I feel like I need to play it a couple more times to really get it, there is still much I'm not sure about but what is important here is that I am COMPLETELY willing to play through a couple more times. That says something. With all the titles released recently my backlog seems to get bigger and bigger everyday but I am content with playing Nier exclusively for the time being. Another big plus for this game is the soundtrack. The music that plays with each scenario is sublime, and should be the industry standard for what kind of role music should play in video games. One gripe I have being new to this style of game is being overwhelmed by certain mechanics that have to do with leveling up your character. You are playing as an Android named 2B and your defense, and attack protocols are dependent on the "chips" (as in computer chips, or programs) you have and equip. I still don't think I could explain it but if you are new to this type of game I highly suggest you watch some youtube videos on leveling up 2B. Anyway, the game is great and worth the price. There is a lot of game here, probably around 35 hours I think. And although the open world isn't full of intricate details, it is a blast to explore.… Expand
  13. quake2th
    Sep 30, 2017
    10
    Not much to say, this is like the most original game in the last 20 years...
    there's only one word to describe it: beautiful
    the story design is simply incredible, every 10 minutes you have an "holy sh*t" moment, something completely unexpected happens and your jaw drops to the floor this was the first game after so much time where I literally craved the next bit of plot, I wanted    Not much to say, this is like the most original game in the last 20 years...
    there's only one word to describe it: beautiful

    the story design is simply incredible, every 10 minutes you have an "holy sh*t" moment, something completely unexpected happens and your jaw drops to the floor

    this was the first game after so much time where I literally craved the next bit of plot, I wanted to know what happened next, I FELT for the characters, very few games can do this after 30+ years of gaming...

    It's a game you will never forget, it stays with you forever
    you will never forget the first time you enter the Amusement Park, trust me..., it's the single point in the game were you think "for the first time, my $ are worth it"

    pros:
    - story: simply incredible, you really feel for each character and you think about the meaning of life a lot
    - characters: they're more human than most humans I personally know...
    - ost: one of the best ever in a game, always the right music for the right section of the game, just think about Amusement Park..
    - enemies: they're incredibly good from the design point of view and they fit the plot perfectly
    - multiple endings: staying true to its roots (Drakengard and Nier), you have to beat the game several times to unlock the whole story, but each time it feels like a new playthrough, don't rush it, and be sure to beat the game at least 3 times, it is worth it (you need to beat it 5 times for the whole plot)

    cons:
    - controls: an horrible mess, why japanese developers cannot design anymore a proper control scheme is a mistery to me
    - graphics: the engine feels outdated, yet sometimes it struggles on a PS 4 Pro, unacceptable in 2017, of course, this does not really matters, given the amazing game it is...
    - dlc: totally useless, does not add anything to the story (unless you want to beat the sh*t out of SquareEnix's CEO), please use this money for a Nier Remaster, at least...

    now we just need to wait for a Nier Remaster, hopefully will come    … Expand
  14. Steven105
    Oct 22, 2017
    10
    Nier: automata is a masterpiece , sure it has flaws but it is worth the experience and this is coming from someone who didnt even play the first one. When i first put the disk in, the first thing i noticed was the brilliant soundtrack , every song in the game just gave me the feeling of nostalgia to the point where i had to buy the soundtrack on itunes, it is amazing how the music immersesNier: automata is a masterpiece , sure it has flaws but it is worth the experience and this is coming from someone who didnt even play the first one. When i first put the disk in, the first thing i noticed was the brilliant soundtrack , every song in the game just gave me the feeling of nostalgia to the point where i had to buy the soundtrack on itunes, it is amazing how the music immerses you into the game . The story kept me on the edge of my seat the entire way through . There are multiple endings but when you get the true ending it is very satisfying . Do not listen to the bad reviews , these are people with no imagination who dont have the attention span to take the time to sit down and unfold a complex story . Yoko tarro and platinum games did a fantastic job with this gem , nier automata is now one of my favorite games of all time… Expand
  15. gq_foine
    Jun 17, 2017
    10
    I wrote this review because Nier Auotmata is the greatest RPG game ever made! People play RPG games mainly for the story, right? And therefore this is truly a masterpiece! The game is absolutely beautiful and artistic. I wrote this review because it whole heartily deserves a 10/10. I just finished the game with the “True Ending” with over 50hrs of play time. Be prepared to bring someI wrote this review because Nier Auotmata is the greatest RPG game ever made! People play RPG games mainly for the story, right? And therefore this is truly a masterpiece! The game is absolutely beautiful and artistic. I wrote this review because it whole heartily deserves a 10/10. I just finished the game with the “True Ending” with over 50hrs of play time. Be prepared to bring some tissue. This is NOT a perfect game, but it’s a masterpiece which I will later elaborate as to why and share some minor issues I had with it.

    Pros-

    +The Story – 10/10- It’s about a story of elite special forces (YORHA) who are helping humanity from the tyrannical machines. You don’t know much about the character’s, background, and what exactly happened to humans? We are being told they fled to the moon for safety? The story will begin to unfold after the 2nd play through and that is why you have to play through till the end to uncover the truth. If you want the best ending, you need to play the 3rd time. I was frankly confused after it ended so abruptly on the first run. If you are able to get to the “True Ending” which I consider is route E, where it has the mini-game at the end of the credits- you have finally made it! But there are multiple endings if you are interested in those others. The story is deep and philosophically intriguing.

    +The Music is by far the best I have ever heard in any video games- it is an absolute gem– 10/10! Classical and melodramatic tones really brighten up the environment, characters, and story. I even downloaded and purchased the soundtracks since I couldn’t get enough of it and I wanted to listen to these songs on my Iphone every day! The entire album is absolutely amazing! They work harmoniously with the game and is perfect for the battles, stages and ending.

    + Gameplay– 10/10 – It is primarily a hack and slash, but they added so many different and other variety of ways to play -such as side scroller, top down- airplane mode similar to Gradius, mini hacking games. While the battles can seem overwhelming at times and unfair because you forgot to save and to have to reload and start from where you last left off so don’t forget to save! They incorporated the different variety views/angles, side games, and etc, which shines through rather than just playing the hack & slash the entire game.

    Indifference-

    *Graphics are ok but not great for PS4. I thought it could have been better with more livelier environments- like Horizon Zero Dawn. The CGI cut scenes are great, but some of the environments seem rather dull.

    *The lack of variety of enemies and boss machines are a little sparse? I would have added some more mechanical beasts and or other different machines.

    *Lack of equipment. They have variety of weapons. You use chips to incorporate to enhance some skills - defense, offense, support and etc. But where is the armor? -None, which I would have liked some. The variety of weapons are nice and upgrading level is fine, but what about adding chips to weapon or armor to add more customization to increase different stats?

    *When you have 9s or 2B fighting alongside of you there should more customization rather than setting them as Balance, Aggressive, and etc. under game settings. I would have liked them to back up the main character for healing, or other various purposes.

    Cons:

    -The difficulty level is very erratic. NOTE: Make sure to equip the Auto-item chip so it automatically heals you when your life is low when you are in a middle of battle. Enhancements on your character can do some real damage. Some hacking games can become almost impossible to clear because movement is very fragile and sensitive. If the hacking games become too difficult then adjust the difficulty to “easy” to have it automatic shoot and move – assuming you have the chips.

    -Some minor bugs and frame rate issues on PS4 (not Pro) in certain areas of the game – Like weapons list doesn’t show the picture. Frame rate drops.

    Summary:
    Overall, if you are looking for a profound story with beautiful music and unforgettable/memorable characters (2B, A2, 9S), this is a game not to miss! The game can be unforgiving without the proper save points and forcing you to restart again, but don’t let these frustrations overcome the beauty of the story, music and characters! If the hacking game becomes too challenging switch it up to easy and then switch it back up to normal/hard. Nier Automata's story is so fresh and enlightening. Frankly, it was emotionally draining and can make you sad at times and confused. But the real truth and reality can be unsettling. This game does not have the best graphics, some minor bugs, difficulty unbalanced, and improper save points, but this game simply has the most unforgettable story, music and characters, which makes it the BEST RPG GAME TODAY! Chrono Trigger & Persona 5 have been dethroned.    … Expand
  16. OrionHamake
    Sep 23, 2017
    10
    -Awesome game, it's bringing me several hours of fun. The gameplay is excellent and well diversified. It constantly changes to sidescrolling and when control your fly unit, reminiscent of old snes games like aero fighters. This was a very thoughtful addition to the gameplay that makes it more interesting.

    The soundtrack is beautiful. It surprises me that they managed to make a    -Awesome game, it's bringing me several hours of fun. The gameplay is excellent and well diversified. It constantly changes to sidescrolling and when control your fly unit, reminiscent of old snes games like aero fighters. This was a very thoughtful addition to the gameplay that makes it more interesting.

    The soundtrack is beautiful. It surprises me that they managed to make a soundtrack as good as the first one that seemed unique to me.

    -The game has a semi open world map, but it has several things to do. Constantly you will find some random missions and the game itself has many side quests.

    -The story is very good and I liked all the characters.

    The only things that I should criticize in this game are the carelessness with small details. Like for example, when the protagonists are talking outside the cutscene their mouths do not move. It would also be nice if the npcs looked more alive, having a cycle of activities and rest, as it works in games like skyrim and the witcher.

    However, this game is one of the best I've ever played, easily in my top10    … Expand
  17. Wifflum
    Jun 12, 2017
    10
    This game has the best execution of a story that I've seen in my life. I say execution because, while the plot points have a pretty substantial effect on me, the emotional moments are hundreds of miles beyond any other game, or even movie. Without a doubt this game is a highlight of my video gaming life, and I strongly doubt I'll ever forget about this game.

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

    As for the combat and the large changes in gameplay, I think you'll get a lot of mixed opinions from people, but personally I'm playing through fresh once more. The gameplay is good enough to make doing everything again on a harder difficulty appealing, but maybe that's me. I also don't want this game to leave my life for as long as I can hold onto it.    … Expand
  18. mackenzie129
    Sep 14, 2017
    9
    Is it good? YES! But honestly this is it. There is no other DLC or Expansions coming out. Once you beat the game you can run for the other endings and that's about it. It is really fun the combat is nice and quick a lot of free flow . The story is amazing and satisfying. For all the pervs L3+R3 enjoy
  19. Elite74
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    The game may be seem average at first. However, after multiple playthroughs, my opinion of the game changed drastically.
    Pros:
    -Great Story
    -Unique Presentation
    -Combat
    -Soundtrack
    -Character development
    -40+ hours of content
    Cons:
    -Hacking may seem frustrating at times
  20. grab41
    Apr 3, 2017
    10
    One of the best games EVER! Real masterpiece from Yoko Taro.
    Superb music and epic story you can't forget!
    Just don't stop playing after first ending!
  21. Modesta
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I played P5 after finishing N:A, and i still love N:A more than P5. Compared to high polished stuff like P5, N:A feels really raw. But that's the charm of N:A for me, and probably because of my age and my life experience till today. I can absorb and understand about the message that was hidden behind the stage play of this game. The combat system is nice and difficulty level easily adjustable with chips, and far from boring buttons smasher like Dynasty series. Really really satisfied with it :)… Expand
  22. SeiferAlmasy
    Apr 16, 2017
    10
    French review here :

    Ce jeu est juste une oeuvre d'art, c'est vraiment compliqué de décrire ce jeu sans spoil et en même temps c'est vraiment compliqué de spoil étant donné que ça gâcherait la surprise à tous ceux qui n'ont pas joué au jeu ! Car ce jeu se vit ! Si ce que vous cherchez dans un jeu c'est avant tout un bon scénario, une bonne narration Si vous aimez les    French review here :

    Ce jeu est juste une oeuvre d'art, c'est vraiment compliqué de décrire ce jeu sans spoil et en même temps c'est vraiment compliqué de spoil étant donné que ça gâcherait la surprise à tous ceux qui n'ont pas joué au jeu !

    Car ce jeu se vit !

    Si ce que vous cherchez dans un jeu c'est avant tout un bon scénario, une bonne narration
    Si vous aimez les retournements de situation
    Si vous aimez vous posez des questions existentielles, ce qu'est réellement l'humain ? Quel est le sens de la vie ?
    Si pour vous le sens même du "RPG" c'est le sens premier du terme, à savoir incarner un joueur, être le joueur, avoir l'impression d'être dans le jeu, avoir l'impression que ce n'est même pas un jeu au final, que c'est bel et bien réel..

    J'ai rarement vu un jeu entreprendre et réussir à développer toute son intrigue entièrement et qu'en même temps ce soit fait d'une main de maître, que la qualité, la quantité et la diversité soit présente et que l'impact sur le joueur soit aussi grand et persiste même après 1 mois

    Je vous invite de tout cœur à acheter ce jeu, il mérite tellement la reconnaissance des joueurs, il mérite tellement d'être connu de tous
    1 million de vente c'est tellement peu pour tout ce que ce jeu a à offrir aux joueurs et au monde du jeu vidéo

    Avec l'apparition des nouvelles console et des nouvelles technologie, le jeu a pris un virage tellement extrême, l'accent est surtout mis sur les graphismes à présent, sur le gameplay, sur les quêtes annexes
    Je dis pas que c'est mal, mais tout ce qui est scénario, approfondissement des personnages, narration, toute cette partie qui nous permettait de réellement vivre le jeu vidéo en temps que personne
    Toute cette partie qui donnait l'impression au joueur d'être à la fois acteur et spectateur d'un récit a quasiment disparu

    Toute cette richesse scénaristique apporté par les jeux PS1, PS2 n'existent quasiment plus maintenant et il est rare de trouver un jeu actuel qui rivalise ne serait-ce qu'un peu avec les chefs d'oeuvre que nous avons connu auparavant

    Rappelez vous de votre enfance, rappelez vous quand vous jouiez à Final Fantasy 7 ou 10, à Onimusha, à Grandia
    A tous ces jeux qui mettaient avant tout l'accent sur un scénario approfondis, un développement des personnages, une narration excellente

    Ca ne vous manque pas ?

    Vous pourrez retrouver toutes ces sensations avec NieR : Automata, j'y crois vraiment

    J'espère vous avoir donné envie d'y jouer, ne vous arrêtez pas aux graphismes et ne retirez pas votre jeu après la fin A

    Les fins A et B ne sont même pas des prologues, ce sont des mises en situations, le générique d'introduction défile au début de la troisième run, c'est à partir de là que le jeu commence réellement
    Et à partir de ce moment le jeu va enchaîner twist sur twist sur twist sur twist jusqu'à la dernière seconde de jeu qui est aussi un putain de twist

    Ce jeu m'a retourné le cerveau et m'a donné une bonne leçon, ce jeu m'a appris ce qu'étais réellement le jeu-vidéo

    Un pur chef d'oeuvre

    Et au passage, la DA est somptueuse, l'OST est incroyable (probablement une des meilleures OST de jeu vidéo que j'ai écouté de ma vie), le gameplay est fluide, prenant, diversifié, nerveux, parfait ! La durée de vie est plus qu'acceptable, les quêtes annexe ne sont pas toutes Fedex, la plupart approfondissent certains éléments du scénario

    Je ne saurais comment décrire à quel point ce jeu est génial, sérieusement, achetez ce jeu, il mérite d'être joué, il mérite une plus grande reconnaissance, il mérite tellement plus ♥    … Expand
  23. Elkamyst
    Apr 21, 2017
    10
    First play through and ending A is only 40% of the game. Replay for rest of the game and story. All replay will have different main story so it's not boring like other game replays. Main endings are A, B, C, D, and E.
  24. skiits8
    Apr 23, 2017
    10
    Incredible game. Would recommend for anyone. Had never heard of the game and didn't even really like the look but I guarantee it's worth your money - it's the most intriguing, beautiful game and Yoko Taro is an incredible writer. I could go for days about how much i love it but you've got to give it a go for yourself.
  25. Kaminami
    Apr 28, 2017
    10
    Simple review:

    PROS: -Godlike narrative and characters -the soundtrack is one of the best ever, perhaps the best(best imo) -Multiple endings (26 endings) -Combat by platinum games -Multiple Routes that tell more and more sides of the story -Fun side-quests, all carrying some sort of message -A philosophers wet-dream CONS: -Open-world can feel really empty, mostly due to    Simple review:

    PROS:
    -Godlike narrative and characters
    -the soundtrack is one of the best ever, perhaps the best(best imo)
    -Multiple endings (26 endings)
    -Combat by platinum games
    -Multiple Routes that tell more and more sides of the story
    -Fun side-quests, all carrying some sort of message
    -A philosophers wet-dream

    CONS:
    -Open-world can feel really empty, mostly due to budget limitations
    -Some side-quests can turn into boring Fetch quests
    -Game can get some major FPS drops when you destroy multiple robots

    OVERALL:
    A masterpiece of a game, easily on the level of Witcher 3 and the last of us. In my opinion, i think Nier is better than the two. If you are looking for a good story with godlike soundtrack, plus some fun gameplay and side quests, then nier is the game for you

    "If history forgets this game, **** history" - Jim Sterling    … Expand
  26. BarnabusRex
    Apr 28, 2017
    10
    The first play through (route A) doesn't do it justice. Please continue through routes B and C, they create an entirely new appreciation for the brilliants of the game in its gameplay and narrative.
  27. khanhduong
    May 5, 2017
    10
    Been a fan since the original Nier. Didn't have high hope for its sequel in terms of game play mechanism but it really surpasses my expectation. The plot and BGM are a 10/10.

    Highly recommended!
  28. 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
  29. kiddy23
    May 25, 2017
    10
    This game is great in gameplay, with an emotioanl story and with fast pacce combat syle. People who play this game is important to know that you must not stop in the second round since that just a prologue to the story, the real story start in the third round of the game ehere it gets better from there in term of storywise.
  30. jrpgmaniac201
    May 31, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have been a fan of JRPGs since i played one of the Tales series from bamco, but never i have encountered a game that's both cool and emotional. This game perfectly express each and every moment during your gameplay, from the curiosity of entering a amusement park in a post apocalypse timeline to the last moments of your life leading to an inevitable death. IMO this is one of PlatinumGames' strenghts, since Metal Gear Rising they have hit the mark in the soundtrack, you can feel every moment as if you're living on it. In terms of storytelling, Yoko Taro may have created his greatest work in my honest opinion, the plot was perfect, the different perspective is perfect, the slight but great freedom of choice is amazing, even if its just for the joke endings still. NieR: Automata is no doubt my GOTY, Game of the Generation even. Out of the all reviewed games in metacritic, i think this game deserves to be on top of the list, this game is just to perfect to this imperfect world.… Expand
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Critic score distribution:
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  2. Mixed: 3 out of 101
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  1. Gamers' Temple
    Aug 21, 2018
    95
    NieR Automata: Beyond Gods Edition was a total shock to me with how much I enjoyed it. It takes a very solid experience for me to enjoy an RPG lately and NieR grabbed me quite well from the beginning and kept me entertained throughout. It's the type of game where I want to do everything that I possibly can just to make the experience longer - a type of game I rarely find nowadays. I went into NieR Autamata with no expectations other than the good gameplay that I usually find from Platinum Games, I went away floored with a near perfect action game.
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  2. Power Unlimited
    Oct 19, 2017
    87
    NieR: Automata is not for everybody. In fact, the game looks to be aimed at the most refined fans of the medium by not caring about the regular gaming conventions, in the same way the works of David Lynch are perfect for the hardcore moviegoers.
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  3. games(TM)
    Jun 14, 2017
    80
    Melancholic, wistful and creative at every turn. [Issue#186, p.80]
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