NieR: Automata

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  1. YannySp101
    May 1, 2021
    10
    After playing Persona 5, I was looking for another JRPG that would deliver such an amazing experience, so I decided to play NieR: Automata.
    First of all, the story of this game is divided to 3 Routes (playthroughs). Route A is only the first half of the story, Route B is the same plot from different prespective but it's a bit deeper and it has additional gameplay mechanics, and Route C/D    After playing Persona 5, I was looking for another JRPG that would deliver such an amazing experience, so I decided to play NieR: Automata.
    First of all, the story of this game is divided to 3 Routes (playthroughs). Route A is only the first half of the story, Route B is the same plot from different prespective but it's a bit deeper and it has additional gameplay mechanics, and Route C/D is the second half of the story. The first 2 Routes are great, but story-wise they're incomplete, however, Route C/D is were NieR: Automata's magnificent narrative potential truly shines! Thanks to NieR: Automata's absolute masterclass of a game design, the story is unparalleled! It blew my mind and it exceeded my expectations a lot of times!
    Overall, NieR: Automata's narrative is one the best I've witnessed in any videogame.
    The gameplay is awesome too! It plays mainly like a 3D Hack 'n' Slash but there are Shoot em Up, 2D and Bullet Hell sequences as well. That's straight up impressive.
    The hacking mechanics make the gameplay a bit boring at times though.
    The characters - particularly the main characters - are engaging and well-developed.
    The music is absolutely phenomenal! It's one of the best parts of the game!
    Lastly, the bosses are decent, the audio design is great and the animations are gorgeous.
    NieR: Automata isn't flawless though; the visuals are slightly outdated and the side-quests are mostly dull.

    Pros:
    + Excellent narrative
    + Amazing gameplay
    + Compelling main characters
    + Incredible music
    + Masterclass game design

    Cons:
    - The visuals are a little bit outdated
    - Weak side-quests

    Narrative: 10/10
    Gameplay: 9/10
    Content: 7/10
    Characters: 7/10
    Music: 10/10
    Graphics/Audio: 7/10

    Final Rating: 10/10
    - Masterpiece -
    NieR: Automata - while not flawless - is a videogame that is able to showcase the power of the medium, it's one of the most important videogames I've ever played and it's one of my favorite videogames of all time.

    Do I recommend it?:
    Everyone should play this game! NieR: Automata is a must-play, period.    … Expand
  2. Lyco
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    A really beautiful game that surpass my expectation.
    Almost everything in this game awesome, the story & plot, the musics, the action/battle, world setting and characters. The game that you must play to understand how good it is and get full experience in a good way.
    Yoko Taro and Platinum game did a good job on this game, this is definitely a gem in PS4.
  3. chslin
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    You will have to buy and play this game by yourself to understand how good it is! I spent 65 hours to realize I was only playing the preview of this game. After that, the true story begins and blow off my mind. Also, the sound of this game is so good that I can't get it out of my head. BUY IT! that is the only suggestion that I can give to you guys.
  4. UrbaboReviews
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    BEST GAME OF THE YEAR. Story, sound, music, and gameplay are all superb. I highly recommend the purchase! ...........................................................................................................................................................................
  5. Vero9999
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    THE game that make you CRY after the true ending.
    META game + Platinum action + Tragic story + Beautiful character.
    You will be immersed into the emotions days after you finished the game.
  6. zclhjw
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. NieR: Automata is no doubtedly the most fantasy game in the fisrt season in the 2017. Grand pattern of music and profound story make me take part in the game of world. Beautiful place, and its scenery is very fascinating for me also a good point. As 2B says goes that, all death is aother start.… Expand
  7. fantasticknight
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    NieR: Automata - another masterpiece from Platinum Games. I was fascinated by this game, and I'm ready to go back again and again. The game reminded me the best of Metal Gear Rising.

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

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

    2017 is very good! NieR: Automata is now on the list of my favorite games that nobody should miss.    … Expand
  8. Jamesshen
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Well nier automata is one of the game that ill never forget for the rest of my gaming life. If you give me a choice of giving this game 11/10, i would gladly do so. Its actually combining platinum's great action gameplay into Taro Yoko's amazing story telling. The action in this game felt so fluid and amazing. But what wins me over was the amazing story paired with emotional andWell nier automata is one of the game that ill never forget for the rest of my gaming life. If you give me a choice of giving this game 11/10, i would gladly do so. Its actually combining platinum's great action gameplay into Taro Yoko's amazing story telling. The action in this game felt so fluid and amazing. But what wins me over was the amazing story paired with emotional and outstanding music. This game fill you up with non ending emotions. Sometimes you will laugh looking at those cute robots and sometimes you will cry when all the hope is lost. Dont listen to bad reviewers, buy it today now or you will regret when the stock runs out!!… Expand
  9. Joker29
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    A true trailblazer. Never before have I played a game that was capable of switching genres on the fly. Nier Automata is everything I had hoped Final Fantasy XV would of been. At first I was sceptical but I am glad I took the plunge. I would love to see more games genre-bend in the future.
  10. Revviolous
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Gameplay, story, sound, and characters are absolutely amazing.
    There is much i can say about this game but really just go and experience the game yourself.
    There might be complaints regarding having to play through another chapter again but what it doesn't tell you is that you play it through with a set of different eyes. There also is the complaint of FPS drops on the PS4 but its a    Gameplay, story, sound, and characters are absolutely amazing.
    There is much i can say about this game but really just go and experience the game yourself.

    There might be complaints regarding having to play through another chapter again but what it doesn't tell you is that you play it through with a set of different eyes.
    There also is the complaint of FPS drops on the PS4 but its a miniscule issue that won't have a big effect on your experience.    … Expand
  11. artimis
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Nier: Automata is a masterpiece! Possibly the biggest sleeper hit of 2017, Set in the post apocalyptic world, game does an amazing job showing a world desolated by robots, beautiful graphics, amazing character development, smooth game play, top notch story, and amazing sound design with beautiful music. games got 10/10 across all those. This game is a must buy!
  12. Kilo_Mike
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Just sublime. The fact that this sequel even exists is a miracle in itself. By far the greatest Yoko Taro game overall so far, IMHO. I have no real complaints, GOTY for me.
  13. Exebiel
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Yoko Taro made a great sequel with a dream team that achieved the category of "Masterpiece", The game as a whole is very different and unique than previous single player games in this industry, It's very rare to find this handcrafted fantasy game resembling gameplay / story / music above the high bar and a philosophy touch which is a game signature from Yoko Taro.

    Many thanks to Square    Yoko Taro made a great sequel with a dream team that achieved the category of "Masterpiece", The game as a whole is very different and unique than previous single player games in this industry, It's very rare to find this handcrafted fantasy game resembling gameplay / story / music above the high bar and a philosophy touch which is a game signature from Yoko Taro.

    Many thanks to Square Enix and all the people who contributed in this game.    … Expand
  14. danygreenwood
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    NieR Automata is without a doubt the best project developed by PG, with the directon of a great and -sometimes twisted- mind, if u have a good bitter-sweet sense of humour you will love Yoko Taro, SE is publishing one of the best action rpgs with elements of sandbox world ystems and hack and slash.

    im glad that the spin-off saga from one of my favorites franchise n the ps2 is shining    NieR Automata is without a doubt the best project developed by PG, with the directon of a great and -sometimes twisted- mind, if u have a good bitter-sweet sense of humour you will love Yoko Taro, SE is publishing one of the best action rpgs with elements of sandbox world ystems and hack and slash.

    im glad that the spin-off saga from one of my favorites franchise n the ps2 is shining and receiving the praise it deserve    … Expand
  15. Quina
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    This is the most polished and innovative game I have played in recent years. It keeps blowing my mind over and over again the more I play. Sadly, it's hard to specify anything without giving spoilers. The less you know about this game, the better the experience will be. I can see myself putting another 70+ hours into this game, on top of my current 30h.

    The plot is in equal amounts    This is the most polished and innovative game I have played in recent years. It keeps blowing my mind over and over again the more I play. Sadly, it's hard to specify anything without giving spoilers. The less you know about this game, the better the experience will be. I can see myself putting another 70+ hours into this game, on top of my current 30h.

    The plot is in equal amounts crazy and hooking. Again, innovative is the best way to describe it. The combat is engaging and deep. The graphics are crisp and the visual design interesting and even partly humorous. And if all that wasn't enough, I give the soundtrack 12/10.

    Masterpiece. Must play.    … Expand
  16. estebambuco
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    Excelente jugabilidad, una nueva propuesta brillante, un hack and slash variado, con buenas animaciones, con cambios de cámara que parece que estuvieras jugando varios juegos a la vez, lucha, de naves, de bala, parece que jugaras en la super nintendo en algunas ocasiones por cómo te colocan la cámara y volvieras a la PS4 en otros momentos. Además de buena historia con varios finalesExcelente jugabilidad, una nueva propuesta brillante, un hack and slash variado, con buenas animaciones, con cambios de cámara que parece que estuvieras jugando varios juegos a la vez, lucha, de naves, de bala, parece que jugaras en la super nintendo en algunas ocasiones por cómo te colocan la cámara y volvieras a la PS4 en otros momentos. Además de buena historia con varios finales alternativos y lo más importante, te invita a rejugarlo una y otra vez en otras dificultades para completar otros finales y comprender aún más la historia. Muy divertido, recomendado para los que buscan un desafío con una buena historia.… Expand
  17. Ultima777
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    One of the best action RPG'S ever made.The storyline is wonderful,the chracters are indeed interesting and adds a nice flare to the story.One of the best improvements than the last nier game.
  18. MaximCryseria
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Story: 10/10
    It will intrigue you.

    Sound: 10/10
    Best ost I've heard in a videogame in recent years.

    Gameplay: 10/10
    Fun and addicting.

    Replayability: 10/10
    26 endings nuff said.

    Graphics: 8/10
    It suits the tone of the game.
  19. rensyphon
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    This is one of the best games I've played in a long time, and it's the reason we all got PS4s. To start with, the game looks great, particularly on the Pro. You may play the first area and be put off by the drab color scheme, but don't be fooled: each area has different visuals and an array of colors. You never once feel that the art becomes repetitive. One thing that stands out in thisThis is one of the best games I've played in a long time, and it's the reason we all got PS4s. To start with, the game looks great, particularly on the Pro. You may play the first area and be put off by the drab color scheme, but don't be fooled: each area has different visuals and an array of colors. You never once feel that the art becomes repetitive. One thing that stands out in this game particularly is the score. In the very first section, I found myself just stopping to listen to the BGM. As for the gameplay, it's primarily a third-person action RPG, but the game mixes it up by occasionally changing the camera angle until it becomes a side-scroller or even occasionally a bullet hell game. The third-person combat flows well, and your character is easy to control, but it does take some getting used to. Personally, I had to adjust the controls, before getting comfortable. You have the ability to upgrade your character, and the upgrade system looks more complicated than it actually is. Regarding the storyline, if you were interested in Nier's story, this will be right up your alley. It's very reminiscent of classic sci-fi anime, with different layers you have to go through.… Expand
  20. Rozen
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Nier: Automata vastly improves upon its combat system compared to Nier, the story however is still as amazing if not better. Do yourself a favor and play this game, you won't regret it.
  21. Trichite
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    For this game, the story, music, performance are very good,At the same time the game also has some shortcomings, such as quality in general, frame rate instability...but these are irrelevant, it really touched me.
  22. Yasutaka
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    NieR:Automata is just very fun to play the soundtrack of the game (who is magnificent) put you more into the game and the story , the characters are so endearing and you have a lot to do between exploration , Side Quest and main quest the durability is very long so i recommend to everyone to play it !
  23. KuKuruYo
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    This is a masterpiece game, of those that only appear every several years. It has an amazing story, full of drama and character development, inmersive setting, music, battles, variety of enemies, challenging. It has everything. Best game of the year and one of my favourites ever.

    Have in mind though, that despite of what Yoko Taro said, you need to play Nier first, since this is a    This is a masterpiece game, of those that only appear every several years. It has an amazing story, full of drama and character development, inmersive setting, music, battles, variety of enemies, challenging. It has everything. Best game of the year and one of my favourites ever.

    Have in mind though, that despite of what Yoko Taro said, you need to play Nier first, since this is a continuation, or at least watch some video explaining the story before this one.    … Expand
  24. Funposting
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Open world done right. How can Western devs even compete? Sadly this will be overshadowed by other games that just recently came out, but anyone looking for a good, challenging time should consider picking up Nier.
  25. LUMRED
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    Best game ever played after i had become a teenager. Nowadays too many sucks game, Even FFXV story lines not so interesting . But nier automata story was freaking good man. Seriously recommend this game to all of you :)
  26. Revenancer
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    This is a possible GOTY for sure. I say this even as someone who has been spending a lot of time playing Zelda: BOTW. The gameplay in Nier: Automata is crisp. Combat is smooth, exciting, and engaging. The soundtrack is totally on point. It fits the game well and really enhances the gameplay experience. The story is quirky, but it's an interesting one for sure.

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

    Great music (probably best of the year, even this early), amazing combat, a good story, etc. Definitely give it a try if you love action games.    … Expand
  27. KittySona
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Nier Automata is a very well, fleshed out game that revolves around a post apocalyptic setting set many years in the future where humans have left the earth due to an unknown alien attack. Nier Automata has many things going for it, from the enriching plot/story, to the fast paced combat system. The Combat is very fluid, something that hasn't been seen in Platinum Games since Bayonetta 2,Nier Automata is a very well, fleshed out game that revolves around a post apocalyptic setting set many years in the future where humans have left the earth due to an unknown alien attack. Nier Automata has many things going for it, from the enriching plot/story, to the fast paced combat system. The Combat is very fluid, something that hasn't been seen in Platinum Games since Bayonetta 2, and the story, being made by the famous Yoko Taro himself, is very unique and down right depressing at its very core. If you're looking for a video game that focuses a lot of its time on its narrative, as well as giving engaging gameplay, this is definitely the game to check out.… Expand
  28. SylviaLehman
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Mindblowing game ! Masterpiece ! I cried a lot at the Act 3 . Touching .

    Gameplay 10/10
    Soundtrack 10/10
    Story 10/10
    Designer 10/10
    Characters 10/10
    Dubbing 10/10
    Inovation 10/10
    Visuals 8/10
  29. luluebelle
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    pros:
    1- Great gameplay.
    2-touching Story. 3- Amazing design of main characters and Enemies. 4- playing Game+ is fun and rewarding. 5- one of the best OST you can hear in games ever i don't know whos behind it but should win the Grammy for this masterpieces> cons: 1- open world is not very big compared to other open world games. 2- No Photomode feature. (this is the most needing    pros:
    1- Great gameplay.
    2-touching Story.
    3- Amazing design of main characters and Enemies.
    4- playing Game+ is fun and rewarding.
    5- one of the best OST you can hear in games ever i don't know whos behind it but should win the Grammy for this masterpieces>
    cons:
    1- open world is not very big compared to other open world games.
    2- No Photomode feature. (this is the most needing feature i want in the game i tweet Yoko Taro about it but no response)
    thats all ^-^
    Enjoy this masterpiece guys    … Expand
  30. SWERY_51
    May 20, 2017
    10
    Ok, let's make that simple and short.

    I've just finished all the 5 main endings in about 65 hours.

    It's just the best story i ever seen in my entire life !

    Few advices :

    1/ Play this awesome game
    2/ Do NOT stop playing after the first ending
    3/ Do NOT stop playing after the second ending
    4/ Thank me later

    Your gamer life will be probalbly changed forever...
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 101 Critic Reviews

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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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