NieR: Automata

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  1. SOLIDSNAKEN64
    Oct 2, 2017
    8
    Nier Automata is one of the best JRPGs that I have played this generation. That being said there where some things that kept me from giving this a perfect 10. I had put about 35 hrs into this game and something kept pulling me back to play and finish as much as I could. The story is entertaining and develops a lot more towards the end of the game. The controls are tight and the battleNier Automata is one of the best JRPGs that I have played this generation. That being said there where some things that kept me from giving this a perfect 10. I had put about 35 hrs into this game and something kept pulling me back to play and finish as much as I could. The story is entertaining and develops a lot more towards the end of the game. The controls are tight and the battle system is well done. Music in this game is great, but by the end of it you are tired of hearing the same songs. The RPG element isn't that in depth, you have plug in chips that you can customize to add different upgrades to your character and you have two weapons that you can use at a time that can be upgraded through NPC traders. This game is great for what it is but ultimately I feel like this game could of been an epic masterpiece if the devs had done some things differently. The big gripe I had with Nier was the graphics! It was like PS2/PS3 graphics, cmon this is next gen step it up. Also I didn't like having to play the first half of the game twice, one time as B2 to and the second as 9S just to get to the second half of the game. Also the simple fetch quests can get tiresome, and they could of had more rememberable NPCs and side quest. Could also use more of a variety of enemies, but there are some fun boss battles. Anyways I enjoyed my time with Nier just not as good of a game as it could of been! If you own a PS4 or PC definitely a game you should check out and experience yourself.… Expand
  2. destinyfan1
    Jun 3, 2017
    9
    Unexpected blast
    positive
    + One of the best music that I have ever heard in a game + grimmy enviroment + great combat that gets somehow not repetetive + one of the best story in a game in years ( my opinion) + mix of genres ( per example it changes into a twin stick shooter at some point) + great boss battles negative - the graphics are good but definitly not stunning - some    Unexpected blast
    positive
    + One of the best music that I have ever heard in a game
    + grimmy enviroment
    + great combat that gets somehow not repetetive
    + one of the best story in a game in years ( my opinion)
    + mix of genres ( per example it changes into a twin stick shooter at some point)
    + great boss battles
    negative
    - the graphics are good but definitly not stunning
    - some sidemissions are repetitive and boring
    conclusion:
    Platinum games brought their best game yet with an almost perfect game experience that you have to play NO MATHER WHAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!    … Expand
  3. Frankdnb
    Jul 27, 2017
    10
    This game is more of a philosophy than a game, it makes you ponder existentialism and what makes us human. Beautiful music, well developed characters and an incredible storyline. This game is...nier...perfect. BECOME AS GODS!
  4. eyecanseeyou
    Sep 14, 2017
    10
    One word: AMAZING. Deep lore, great gameplay made by Platinum Games, ingenious OST and Taro's twisted mind behind the game makes Nier:Automata together with P5 to one of the game highlights this year. N:A easily puts to shame 99% of the recent AAA games.
  5. 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
  6. Sigfrid0s
    Aug 27, 2017
    10
    Obra maestra, de esas que te entristecen cuando lo terminas porque no sabes como afrontar tus próximos juegos luego de tantas emociones.
    La banda sonora es sin dudas la mejor que he escuchado en mi vida y seguramente no escuchare otra igual.
  7. Kyeoli
    Apr 3, 2017
    10
    The best game ever in the history of video games best story the music flipping amazing give the developers 2 million4 to make the next nier game because i cannot even describe the tears this brought me to at just its so amazing i was so happy i bought this game i had my doubts because of the constant changing camera from 2d to 3rd and everything but i got used to it and i have to sayThe best game ever in the history of video games best story the music flipping amazing give the developers 2 million4 to make the next nier game because i cannot even describe the tears this brought me to at just its so amazing i was so happy i bought this game i had my doubts because of the constant changing camera from 2d to 3rd and everything but i got used to it and i have to say this game was worth the 60$ i cannot express that i don't even have a shred of regret for buying this game please just make more rpgs like this. this is uniqueness in its purest form i swear to all the purest form. Thank you so much PlatinumGames… Expand
  8. Sventendo
    May 21, 2017
    8
    While "Nier - Automata" offers a highly compelling story about existentialism, side stories as well as the open-world are often not interesting enough and fail to keep the player engaged.

    The story of this game is outstanding and sets a new standard for games to come in the future. The depth of this story is phenomenal and also the main characters are extremely likable and unique.    While "Nier - Automata" offers a highly compelling story about existentialism, side stories as well as the open-world are often not interesting enough and fail to keep the player engaged.

    The story of this game is outstanding and sets a new standard for games to come in the future. The depth of this story is phenomenal and also the main characters are extremely likable and unique. Additionally, the gameplay is everything you would expect from a Platinum Game, especially on the higher difficulties are extremely challenging. The soundtrack of this game is the **** too.

    The main flaw of this game is the open-world, which does not really feel like one. Side-Stories are repetitive and fail to convey the depth of the main story-line. Also, the graphical composition of the over-world, which mostly contains of ruins, is not as good as it should be and feels rather outdated. Overall, the second playthrough is way too repetitive.
    .    … Expand
  9. LeoRichardson
    Apr 19, 2017
    10
    How do you rate a game? Maybe its the gameplay, soundtrack, or the story. Well this game gets a 10 in all those catergories but what makes this game great is how it connects to you on an emotional level. This game makes you want to help other players while making the ultimate sacrifice (in terms of being a gamer). Please play this game and rate it!
  10. WhiteRaito
    May 5, 2017
    10
    One of the best games in a while. Sound track is good story telling is unique. RPG system is like Kingdom Hearts.

    On the side note people who complain about autosave clearly is hardcore noob kid and not even cleared the prologue because they are just so effin bad, git gud son. back then on SNES there is no autosave feature. if this is hard then i doubt you can play Bloodborne/Darksouls    One of the best games in a while. Sound track is good story telling is unique. RPG system is like Kingdom Hearts.

    On the side note people who complain about autosave clearly is hardcore noob kid and not even cleared the prologue because they are just so effin bad, git gud son. back then on SNES there is no autosave feature. if this is hard then i doubt you can play Bloodborne/Darksouls past the 1st boss LOLOLOL. so man up and fix your reaction time.    … Expand
  11. 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
  12. vonMotyl
    May 1, 2017
    10
    I have souls disease as you would call it. Love the series for the lore and history which is quite hilarious considering that you need to dig through the internets to get the glimpse on what the heck is going on through the game. Then comes NieR: Automata, went into the game thinking 'meh another bayonetta or DmC', simple story or lore if you should call it. This game however, when itI have souls disease as you would call it. Love the series for the lore and history which is quite hilarious considering that you need to dig through the internets to get the glimpse on what the heck is going on through the game. Then comes NieR: Automata, went into the game thinking 'meh another bayonetta or DmC', simple story or lore if you should call it. This game however, when it comes to pacing, storytelling, something that was completely lost due to QTE's and just shoving the backgrounds of the story of any new title down our throats held its grounds. Every quest, any type of progression in this title is worth your time as it all is interconnected. There is no loose ends. Heck... the only time I had to check the background behind it was watching 'where are we now' vids explaining the groundworks behind it all which is the original Nier. Truly magnificent. calling this title Game of a decade is not enough to give this game its credit. 11/10 all the way.… Expand
  13. 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.
  14. 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
  15. VeGeTo
    Jul 7, 2017
    10
    Une superbe expérience !!
    Voila la preuve q'un jeux na pas besoin de beaucoup d'argent et de magnifique graphisme pour être bon.
    Il suffit juste d'avoir la passion du jeux vidéo.
    Merci Yoko Taro !!!!!!
  16. QwertyRevs
    Jul 17, 2017
    10
    Nier Automata was a masterpiece. Yoko Taro did it in my book, the game may not be for everyone but is sure as hell for me. Some may say the Combat was repetitive and in a way it is but only if you limit yourself to the same weapon types. Some also say that the game lacks originality and doesn't imply new mechanics, I mean if it ain't broke why fix it, sure they may not have implemented newNier Automata was a masterpiece. Yoko Taro did it in my book, the game may not be for everyone but is sure as hell for me. Some may say the Combat was repetitive and in a way it is but only if you limit yourself to the same weapon types. Some also say that the game lacks originality and doesn't imply new mechanics, I mean if it ain't broke why fix it, sure they may not have implemented new mechanics but they sure as hell did a good job the chip system was also great though not explained very well (Chips with a diamond means its the lowest possible Cost it can be, keep that in mind, Don't use the Offensive heal Chips as it makes the game too easy just my preference) but the further you play the more you'll understand. Difficulty wise i think playing on Normal mode is too easy and playing on Hard is probably the best way to play.

    Story 10/10 Story really reels you in the more you play it making more complex along the way. Completing side quests also adds to the lore of the overall game though its not necessary its a good way to fill some plot holes from the main story

    Gameplay 9/10 Sidequests are a chore and repetitive are what some negative reviews say and in a way they are, BUT and a big but like i said earlier sidequests add to the lore and if you're interested in the lore like i was it becomes less tedious and more exciting as you unravel the stories behind some of the sidequests. Combat wise its a normal hack and slash game that makes it interesting with the combination of weapons for new combos, the bullethell parts which i loved and the 2d, 3d, Top view parts are absolutely fantastic.

    Graphics 10/10 graphics were phenomenal and really captured the post apocalyptic feel of the game destroyed buildings, reclaimed areas, broken cars all the little details really add up to the total scenery of the game.

    Characters 9/10 I absolutely love the protagonists of the game and were in a way even emotionally invested in them some scenes gave me goosebumps some made me shed a tear some made blow air out of my nose more than usual, but in all seriousness the character development and relationships and interactions between characters really gives the game a lot of points from me. Though the only thing keeping me from giving it that one is the enemies its not as diverse as i'd like it to be they all look somewhat the same though some have different weapons its always better to have a wider variety of looks for regular mobs. All bosses were awesome though.

    Sorry if this was a bad review, this was my first one and i actually made a metacritic account just to make this review. I was that in love with the game that i just had to give it my personal opinions. I don't know if everyone will like it but YOU! yes YOU the one reading this you should cast all doubt aside and buy this. In all honesty i didn't expect a lot from this game was just interested from a post i saw somewhere that you can play a goth Loli with bad ass swrods, i though why not and bought the game thinking its just gonna be some generic Hack and slasher game, but in the end i just shot past my most favorite games of all time up there with the witcher 3 and Last of Us. You will not regret buying this game. You never know you might be looking at the game that will be at your Top list like mine :D    … Expand
  17. _Keiko
    Aug 27, 2017
    10
    comme par hasard on suce le jeu qd il est plus joli plus moderne plus ps4 hum .

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    un jeu qu'il est excellent, un de mes all time favs
  18. 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.
  19. TheBananaSalmon
    Sep 2, 2017
    10
    this game is truly special, a breath of fresh air in a word of AAA titles catered to the widest audiences possible. this is no AAA title but it goes very far with what it was given. take a look at any of the negative reviews on here and on many of them it is apparent they haven't even finished the game before judging it. even with such a loyal fan base. i was VERY hesitant to purchasethis game is truly special, a breath of fresh air in a word of AAA titles catered to the widest audiences possible. this is no AAA title but it goes very far with what it was given. take a look at any of the negative reviews on here and on many of them it is apparent they haven't even finished the game before judging it. even with such a loyal fan base. i was VERY hesitant to purchase this game due to a few really bad reviews that seemed to paint it as a game that i wouldn't enjoy. It was only after i saw a spoiler about the story of the game that i suddenly understood where all the negative reviews were coming from. i played the Demo again and immediately purchased this game. I could not be more pleased with the experience the game has brought me. I have purchased the DLC merchandise and hope to see more games from this creator. maybe even a sequel of sorts.

    i find it ironic that the same negative reviews that kept me from getting this game originally, is what ended up making me so sure i wanted the game. if you were considering this game but a few mixed reviews intimidated you JUST DO IT! you will likely not regret this purchase. i have met no one who has genuinely played this game to completion that has bad things to say about it. sure the game isn't perfect. however it breaks molds in this industry in ways that truly should be recognized!    … Expand
  20. YossaBlackMage
    Sep 22, 2017
    10
    There is no way a few words written here would ever do this game justice. I won't go in depth repeating all the reasons this game has been praised as an artistic masterpiece. Although there are people for whom this game didn't work, the majority seem to have come away feeling like they have experienced something special and unique. There is a quote going around that I think was from aThere is no way a few words written here would ever do this game justice. I won't go in depth repeating all the reasons this game has been praised as an artistic masterpiece. Although there are people for whom this game didn't work, the majority seem to have come away feeling like they have experienced something special and unique. There is a quote going around that I think was from a reviewer who said 'if history forgets this game, then f**k history'. And I believe that the videogame community at large and videogame journalists aren't actually capable of praising this game enough. Individuals can do it justice, especially some of the heartfelt youtube reviews, but the masses? For this reason I think, in spite of the 'masterpiece' and 'groundbreaking' rhetoric being used by some, Nier: Automata will become one of the - if not the most - underrated game ever created.

    Play this game. You are doing yourself a huge disservice if you pass it up as you will be missing a truly unique and moving experience. Couple of caveats though if playing on PC. Use a gamepad. If you don't have one, buy one. Also, download the FAR mod program that fixes a number of issues. The PC port wasn't handled well, but get a pad and the mod and it's all good.    … Expand
  21. zurikm
    Sep 17, 2017
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. While the combat and exploration were fun, the story is brilliant and incredibly deep and I'll likely be picking the game up for a second full playthrough. The level design and music is incredible as well. Highly recommended.
  22. Powermario0
    Apr 30, 2018
    10
    This game is masterpiece, It's just amazing game. Only bad thing I can say is graphics that aren't that amazing. If you haven't play Nier yet, you should definitely play it NOW! This game is my GOTY.
  23. EmanuelPop
    Sep 29, 2017
    10
    Nier: Automata is probably the smartest game of this generation. With philosophical themes such as existentialism transposed into artificial intelligence, it makes sure to challenge ideas that we already know from authors like Jean-Paul Sartre, Friedrich Nietzsche or Franz Kafka.
  24. 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.
  25. archaim
    Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Игра не без недостатков, но плюсы для меня так перевешивают минусы, что меньше 10 поставить не могу. Отличный мозговыносящий сюжет, персонажи, которых любишь, необычный мир, в который хочется заглянуть, который хочется изучить. Великолепная боёвка, дизайн, озвучка.

    Из недостатков хочу отметить бесполезную систему прокачки. Никаких очков навыков или характеристик распределять не нужно,    Игра не без недостатков, но плюсы для меня так перевешивают минусы, что меньше 10 поставить не могу. Отличный мозговыносящий сюжет, персонажи, которых любишь, необычный мир, в который хочется заглянуть, который хочется изучить. Великолепная боёвка, дизайн, озвучка.

    Из недостатков хочу отметить бесполезную систему прокачки. Никаких очков навыков или характеристик распределять не нужно, просто с каждым уровнем герои становятся сильнее. Но ведь и враги точно также становятся сильнее. В итоге прокачка выглядит каким-то странным и недоработанным не то наследием, не то заимствованием из других игр.    … Expand
  26. UnderOverRated
    Mar 12, 2018
    10
    I pondered over this for a year. This is the best game I've ever played. It beats Ocarina of time, it beats Shadow of the colossus, and it beats final fantasy 7. This game is art, it's melancholy yet uplifting, and above all its fun and exciting. It's crazy in the best way, it **** with your head, and even has a small amount of typical RPG element to keep the casual player entertained. II pondered over this for a year. This is the best game I've ever played. It beats Ocarina of time, it beats Shadow of the colossus, and it beats final fantasy 7. This game is art, it's melancholy yet uplifting, and above all its fun and exciting. It's crazy in the best way, it **** with your head, and even has a small amount of typical RPG element to keep the casual player entertained. I played the demo and knew I'd like it, but I didn't expect this level of adoration for it. This is the first game that made me tear up. The environments aren't amazing but they fit the vibe of the narrative. And Route B is not only necessary, but also so quick is can't even be considered a hindrance. This is a master work that will be remembered. This game has literally improved my outlook on life. If you play through Route C and then get Ending E and still don't think this is an exceptional game, I feel like you have no soul and no sense of appreciation for game design. This hit me right in every way. I don't think it'll ever be topped. You can crush Route A in 20 hours or so, Route B in probably another 6-7. And the finale of the game in 10 hours or so. It'd basically a solid 40-50 hour game depending on your exploration and side quests. Masterpiece, mic drop… Expand
  27. 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.
  28. Grahl1
    Sep 25, 2018
    6
    What could have been a great game ends up being quite a banal experience due to a lack of balance in difficulty. I found the game simply unplayble in anything above Normal (you get one-shot by everything, and how are you supposed not to take damage in such an ultra fast-paced combat style), while the combat in Normal and Easy is just not challeging, just hack away and press that healWhat could have been a great game ends up being quite a banal experience due to a lack of balance in difficulty. I found the game simply unplayble in anything above Normal (you get one-shot by everything, and how are you supposed not to take damage in such an ultra fast-paced combat style), while the combat in Normal and Easy is just not challeging, just hack away and press that heal button that will give you acess to a limit 300 very cheap, very easy to acquire potions.

    I just feel like this is a game made specifically for 13 year olds. From the "shallow-philosophical" story of 2 emo robots, from the fact that you see 2B's panties all the time, to the boring hack and slash and loot. It all made for a very bland experience, in a world and environment and concept with the potential for much more.

    Really, I can't get it how this is only getting 9s and 10s. Seems like people no longer play a game to have a challenge, to actually have some dopamine going in their brains, no, they just want an overpriced interactive Hollywood movie.    … Expand
  29. Hmody10087
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this game it is now on my favourite game i love the story the ending after the first ending i was very sad because what happened to the characters then i found out about the ending E which make me very happy.… Expand
  30. Mindtricks
    Sep 7, 2018
    10
    Potential GOTY here, beautiful story with multiple endings, The varied gameplay that astonishes in this game and lacks in too many current games, The SOUNDTRACK that makes landscapes, and combats are amazing, if you read this I recommend you buy this game in the platform you want because it is an excellent game.
  31. Axebrossia
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Finaly!! i will wait for seven long years for a Nier secuel. Automata is much better tnan i expect, Yoko Taro and platinum games they make a powerful game with great combats and beautiful history.
  32. Bovinus
    Mar 19, 2017
    10
    Before buying the game I thought it would be just another game with great combats made by Platinum Games, but Nier Automata is so much more than that. The lore is amazing, the characters are great and I felt myself fully immersed in the plot during most of the of the time.
  33. vinicius01
    May 17, 2017
    10
    Overall, an excellent game! if i have to complain about something,that would be the framerate drop...but it didn`t affect my gameplay in any way.but it was noticeable.
  34. JackKasket
    Mar 20, 2017
    9
    Standout music and SFX, and surprisingly awesome story. The two gripes I really have with this game is, firstly, the battle system on foot, which is at times a bit too much. On the other hand, it is a breath of fresh air for a life-long gamer, albeit, I never could shake the feeling that the system is actively working against me, due to having to use most of my fingers to optimize eachStandout music and SFX, and surprisingly awesome story. The two gripes I really have with this game is, firstly, the battle system on foot, which is at times a bit too much. On the other hand, it is a breath of fresh air for a life-long gamer, albeit, I never could shake the feeling that the system is actively working against me, due to having to use most of my fingers to optimize each battle outcome, and struggling with all the cr*p on the screen during bigger fights.

    Secondly, the game isn't visually the best, and the FOV is at times frustratingly narrow/short. I can understand if some of the choices here were made to optimize performance, but the game does not actually *look* like a 2017 title. Not a big deal considering the aspects in the plus-column.

    Definitely worth buying through.    … Expand
  35. DanielPeled
    Mar 19, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I would have given this game a 10 even if the gameplay wasn't great, because I enjoy all of Yoko Taro's stories. The gameplay is pretty satisfying for most of the game however, and slightly underwhelming when playing as 9S. However the soundtrack, the songs, and the plot are great. It would be a bit better I think if they left some major plot points less ambiguous, but I guess that's Yoko Taro for you.
    The bad thing is the ending section with the credits needs to be easier offline. I am pretty good at bullet hell games, but for the ps4 controller it was hard for me to navigate the last scene. I had to go onto multiplayer.    … Expand
  36. shiftyman
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    Just an amazing game in every aspect, a true candidate for game of the year. Truly deserves the accolades it receives, no fake puppet reviews like horizon yawn by Sony pigeons here.
  37. KingDevil999
    Mar 13, 2017
    10
    The hack'n'slash we needed in a long time, jesus everyone at this point is sick of fps and third-person shooter, this game came in the perfect moment to break these saturated genres, and what an epic game, immersive from start to finish(different from that **** called quantum break), everything of good that makes part of an video game is in this game, in already strong year for gaming weThe hack'n'slash we needed in a long time, jesus everyone at this point is sick of fps and third-person shooter, this game came in the perfect moment to break these saturated genres, and what an epic game, immersive from start to finish(different from that **** called quantum break), everything of good that makes part of an video game is in this game, in already strong year for gaming we get an even stronger game to compete, don't waste your time go pick it up and play… Expand
  38. stavrosperi
    Mar 31, 2017
    7
    Honest review from a guy who loves challenging games,loves japanese made games and loved to death Bayonetta and it's battle system

    Graphics: 8 Technically the graphics are ps3 but the artwork is amazing and builds excellent atmosphere.Artwork>graphics so 8/10 here Sound: 9 The soundtrack is truly memorable,one of the best i have heard in years in a videogame and it really compliments    Honest review from a guy who loves challenging games,loves japanese made games and loved to death Bayonetta and it's battle system

    Graphics: 8 Technically the graphics are ps3 but the artwork is amazing and builds excellent atmosphere.Artwork>graphics so 8/10 here

    Sound: 9 The soundtrack is truly memorable,one of the best i have heard in years in a videogame and it really compliments the mysterious setting of the game.The fx sound of the game is good, could be worse could be better.Not every dialog is voice acted though.It gest a 9 mostly for the amazing soundtrack

    Gameplay: 7 Serious balancing issues for the difficulty levels.Very hard=one hit killed.That makes the different enemies irrelevant. Weather u get him by the smallest enemy or from the largest robot it's the same and it kills any purpose of having different enemies and different levels of enemies.In normal u have to try hard to get killed.the camera is bad in this game.You don't have lock on on hard and very hard and i had to move the camera far away from me because u constantly get attacked my mobs and u have to be aware of your surroundings 360 degrees.That creates another problem and that is that u can't really see the animations of the opponents when the are ready to strike.This and the fact that u always get attacked by mobs makes the combat more like hit,hit evade and repeat repetitively without really reacting to whats happening on the battle.Combat can be satisfying but it has these serious problems that truly hold it back from being great and deep.

    In conclusion i give it a 7/10 it is a game with fresh ideas, excellent setting and atmosphere,engaging story and there is some fun to be had by the combat but at the same time it is severely flawed in the battle department and the difficulty imbalance.I find it quite good but certainly overestimated and judging by the scores it got and from the fact that it is developed by a company that i absolutely love, i must say i am a little bit disappointed.    … Expand
  39. EtroGoddess
    Mar 21, 2017
    10
    If we rate our games based on perfection, none will get 10/10. There is no such thing as a perfect game. However, what NieR: Automata offers you is a 10/10 experience.
    The fast paced combat is developed by Platinum Games, the king of hack and slash. The gameplay is very action based, but it does have RPG elements. There is a deep customization for chips that players can carry to combat.    If we rate our games based on perfection, none will get 10/10. There is no such thing as a perfect game. However, what NieR: Automata offers you is a 10/10 experience.
    The fast paced combat is developed by Platinum Games, the king of hack and slash. The gameplay is very action based, but it does have RPG elements. There is a deep customization for chips that players can carry to combat. 2B moves are thrilling and satisfying to look at, while 9S offers very interesting combat style that may not capture all players. The mix of game genre from the original NieR make it's way back fantastically. Overall, the combat is satisfying and smooth, but for replayability, one can only wish for a deeper, purchasable combo system.
    While gameplay is not perfect, the game delivers its story and its characters better than any game recently, which is a driving force of the game that should be reckon with. Yoko Taro's characters and narrative is something to be respected and, in some cases, feared. NieR: Automata's version of Earth fits it's story perfectly. It's memorable cast of expressive and lovable characters is something to be appreciated. The story is tragic and deep with a(or many) message(s) for more mature audiences.
    Of course, last but not least, it is a crime not to praise the amazing soundtrack written by Keichi Okabe.
    In conclusion, NieR: Automata is a gem for gaming this year that absolutely no mature gamers should miss.    … Expand
  40. bassman2112
    Jun 6, 2017
    10
    Back in 2016, I continually caught myself saying “games haven’t had a year this strong for a very, very long time.” I’m thankful to be eating these words a bit, because so far, 2017 has provided us with an even greater bounty of amazing experiences - some of which I now consider among my all-time favourites. We have games like Persona 5, Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Horizon: Zero Dawn, NightBack in 2016, I continually caught myself saying “games haven’t had a year this strong for a very, very long time.” I’m thankful to be eating these words a bit, because so far, 2017 has provided us with an even greater bounty of amazing experiences - some of which I now consider among my all-time favourites. We have games like Persona 5, Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Horizon: Zero Dawn, Night in the Woods, PUBG, among many more - and we're only halfway through the year! I think the most noteworthy trend among these great games which has stolen my heart has been the resurgence of fantastic, weird Japanese developers. There is no question in my mind that NieR: Automata is not only the weirdest, but also the most fantastic. Please, let me share with you just some of the reasons why NieR: Automata has taken its place as my favourite all-time game.

    The combat system is simple, but fun, and engaging. Your character is adorned with a light attack, heavy attack, and a “pod” - your little robot buddy who can fire missiles/shoot bullets/pew-pew lasers at enemies, as well as provide other special moves. You have a massive selection of upgradeable weapons, and can upgrade those pods of yours too! Another interesting mechanic is the “chip” system, wherein you can upgrade your character’s hidden stats. You can add healing chips, so that you heal a percentage of your health back over time. Want a more active heal? Then you can get lifesteal stats. Want more critical hits? There’s a plugin for that. How about a sensor that reveals the location of all the hidden items onto your minimap? It has that too. There are far too many plugins to list here, but there are so many that - no matter your playstyle - you’ll find a combination which sits well with you.

    Gameplay doesn’t just take place in the typical 3D character action game mold, however. There are sections which split into 2D platforming, top-down bullet hells, and a hacking minigame which ends up proving both difficult and a little frustrating down the line. Overall, the game’s willingness to change itself time and time again is one of the reasons I like it so much. Often you’ll find games that try to do something drastically different from its main style of play crash and burn because of it (think The Walking Dead season 1’s shooting sequences), but one of N:A’s strengths is that all of these systems work together to create a cohesive, engaging experience.

    MONACA studio, as well as Keiichi Okabe knocked it twenty times beyond the park with their music. There are over 40 pieces of original music, each of which has alternate versions depending on the scenario you’re engaged with. (If you want to dive deeper into how this works, look up ‘layered soundtracks’) Not only are each of these pieces of music unique, strong as standalone music, and stylistically diverse; they each carry weight. They are emotional, and they perfectly convey what director Yoko Taro is conveying with his story. I feel that this game would not be half of the experience that it turned out to be were it not for such a spectacular soundtrack.

    All of these positives being said, I’m not going to say N:A is perfect. There are several things that I felt mixed about. For example, the performance/framerate on my OG PS4 was often middling (sometimes downright bad, if there is lots of vegetation). I was also not in love with the format of a number of sidequests (a few too many fetch quests for my liking). I also ended up having difficulties due to the lack of autosave on a few occasions (though, to be fair, that is more on me than the game). Truth be told, when contrasted against all of the amazing parts of N:A, these criticisms barely detract from my overall feelings on the game. I was never pushed away from the game because of any of these issues.

    This is the part where I should be gushing about NieR’s story, and its characters; but frankly, I’d be doing a disservice by simply running down a list of why I feel it is great. Let me put what little credibility I may have on the line by issuing a declarative statement: NieR: Automata is the most important video game I have ever played - a masterpiece. I had strong, emotional reactions to multiple parts of this game. Its storytelling flawlessly accomplishes what games like Spec Ops: The Line tried their best to do, and subverts every one of your expectations. It actively made me question my own ethics, morality, and perspectives. Not only did I feel emotional about the main plot and characters; there were also seemingly minor side characters who, when their full story was concluded, left me holding back tears. By the end of my 50-hour playthrough, I was so emotionally drained that I literally had to take a hot bath to calm my mind.

    As I reflect upon my time with NieR: Automata, I have an enveloping sensation of nostalgia for my first time - longing to have all of those “first experiences” again.    … Expand
  41. autoclav
    May 31, 2017
    10
    I liked this game very much!!!! Nier automata has a beautiful history, wonderful moments, i loved play with A2...
    gameplay 10
    soundtrack 100
    history 1000
    inovation 10000

    i would like play Nier automata 2 right now!!!!
  42. NexusTsunami
    May 11, 2017
    10
    NieR:Automata stand eingentlich nicht auf meiner "To Play" Liste. Ganz ehrlich... bei Ankündigung des Spiels lies es mich diese sogar relativ kalt.
    Spontan habe ich mir das Spiel aus einer Laune heraus dann doch digital gezogen... und ich wurde keineswegs enttäuscht.
    __Gameplay: Die JRPG Wurzeln merkt man NieR:Automata in jeder seiner Poren an. Das Kampfsystem ist nach Hack and    NieR:Automata stand eingentlich nicht auf meiner "To Play" Liste. Ganz ehrlich... bei Ankündigung des Spiels lies es mich diese sogar relativ kalt.
    Spontan habe ich mir das Spiel aus einer Laune heraus dann doch digital gezogen... und ich wurde keineswegs enttäuscht.

    __Gameplay:

    Die JRPG Wurzeln merkt man NieR:Automata in jeder seiner Poren an.

    Das Kampfsystem ist nach Hack and Slash Manier wuchtig, rapide, direkt, dynamisch und effektgeladen. Ebenso ist es einfach zu erlernen und schwer zu meistern...
    alleine die schier endlosen Kombomöglichkeiten (jede Waffe mit eigenem Moveset) in Verbindung mit den verschiedenen POD-Programmen (sozusagen Spezialattacken mit Cooldown)
    bringen ordentlich Vielfalt. Für perfektes Ausweichen bekommt man zudem die Möglichkeit Kontermoves auszuführen. Apropos ausweichen... gerade auf hohen
    Schwierigkeitsgraden ist dies essentiel denn Treffer können durchaus mal die halbe HP Anzeige leeren. Timing ist in diesem Spiel somit ein wichtiger Faktor das einem
    , wenn man es meistert, aber mit teils erhabenen Momenten belohnt.

    Auch für Abwechslung im Grundgerüst ist gesorgt. Es gibt im Spiel mehrmals die Möglichkeit einen Mecha zu steuern. Hier wechselt das Spiel von Hack and Slash zu einem
    Bullet Hell Shooter. Ebenso sind Hackingeinlagen möglich, die ebenfalls von diesem Konzept gebrauch machen (in Form eines Minispiels). Auch Umgebungstechnisch wechselt
    das 3D Gewand manchmal in eine 2D Sidescroller Ansicht.

    Das Charactersystem ist auch sehr interessant. Man sammelt im Laufe der Zeit sogenannte "Chips" an. Diese bringen verschiedene Boni mit sich (+10% mehr Nahkampfschaden, 15% schnellere Programm Abklingzeit,
    20% mehr Erfahrung usw.) welche durch Fusion mit einem Chip gleicher Art auch gelevelt werden können. Dann gibt es noch eine Art Mainboard (wir spielen ja schließlich Androiden :-)) auf welchem die Chips
    eingesetzt werden können (erst dann werden die jeweiligen Boni aktiv - ähnlich wie bei The Witcher 3). Allerdings haben die Chips eine individuelle Größe und man hat nur begrenzt Platz - somit sollte man sich
    seinem gewünschten Spielstil im Klaren sein und die Chips danach priorisieren um das effektivste Ergebnis zu erzielen (zum Glück gibt es aber drei "Mainboards" die im Menü auch während der Kämpfe gewechselt werden können)

    __Story:

    Hier müsste ich sehr weit ausholen und auch viel Spoilern um überhaupt mal zu einer groben Beschreibung zu kommen. Da ich Spoilerfrei bleiben will, werde ich an
    dieser Stelle bis auf meine Erkenntnise nichts schreiben. Die Geschichte ist sehr philosopisch, manchmal fast schon poetisch umgesetzt. Man kommt viel zum Nachdenken
    und auch auf emotionaler Ebene ist man manchmal geschockt oder sogar den Tränen nahe. Wirklich sehr gut gemacht!

    __Charaktere:

    Auch hier möchte ich nicht zu viel verraten. Man steuert im Laufe des Spiels drei verschiedene Protagonisten: 2B, 9S und A2 (Androiden). Sie unterscheiden sich nicht
    nur von ihren Persönlichkeiten sondern auch von ihren Movesets. Man erlebt im Laufe der Zeit die Entwicklung der Charaktere hautnah mit und kann ihre Motive,
    Entscheidungen und Gefühle nachvollziehen (auch wenn man manchmal etwas umdenken muss - wir sprechen hier schließlich von Androiden :-)). Wirklich sehr gut
    ausgearbeitet und umgesetzt. Ich für meinen Teil Empfehle übrigens die Japanische Tonspur zu wählen - hier bekommen die Charaktere nochmal das i-Tüpfelchen an Tiefe dazu.

    __Spielewelt:

    Ein postapokalyptisches Szenario (es erinnert ein wenig an Horizon: Zero Dawn - nur ohne Steinzeitfaktor :-)). Alte Stadtruinen und Brachland aber auch idyllische Wälder erwarten einen. Allerdings ist sie nach heutigen
    Standarts etwas klein geraten... aber dennoch sehenswert.

    __Sound:

    Hier kommt neben der Story und den Charakteren der dritte große Nenner der NieR:Automata so atmosphärisch macht... Der OST ist einfach genial! Die Lieder könnten
    in den Situationen in denen sie gespielt werden nicht passender gewählt werden. Episch und Emotional... und thematisch auf den Punkt gebracht. Ganz großes Kino (oder Konzert :-)).

    __Grafik:

    Die Charaktermodelle und Animationen sind sehr gut gelungen (die Mädels sehen einfach klasse aus... und 2B´s Pantyshot ist für mich schon Kult ;-)). Die Umgebungsgrafik hätte allerdings um ein paar Nuancen schärfer und
    detailierter ausfallen können (ist aber meckern auf hohem Niveau). Was bei mir aber absolut den Spielfluss gestört hat, waren die Framerateeinbrüche die hin und wieder auftraten (allerdings nicht so häufig das es unspielbar wäre)...
    Das Spiel läuft auf 60FPS kann diese allerdings in einigen Fällen nicht stabil halten (z.B. überladene Gebiete + viele Gegner + Nebel + Rennen).
    Zu guter letzt kann ich sagen, dass die ca. 50 Stunden Spielzeit jede Minute wert waren. Ein wirklich tolles und tiefgründiges ....$$&/"§§$... FAtAl ErRor"§%%(/(... THiS CanNOT coNtiNUe..§$"%)=    … Expand
  43. major_rip
    May 14, 2017
    10
    I really enjoy the great mix of old school side scrolling, top down Japanese game genres that blend together seamlessly with the modern open world 3rd person perspective. Neir-Automata plays fast and furious presenting a welcome challenge to the current trend of homogenized uncreative games on the market today. Platinum has done an excellent job once again creating a absolutely beautifulI really enjoy the great mix of old school side scrolling, top down Japanese game genres that blend together seamlessly with the modern open world 3rd person perspective. Neir-Automata plays fast and furious presenting a welcome challenge to the current trend of homogenized uncreative games on the market today. Platinum has done an excellent job once again creating a absolutely beautiful universe with strong characters designs and a good story. The game does have its flaws, and can be confusing at times, but what it does right more than makes up for its shortcoming.… Expand
  44. Boulz
    May 13, 2017
    10
    I picked up this game waiting for a patch for an online game. I'm not usually into single players, but this game really set a new standard for me. The story and atmosphere are incredible and the game play is pretty good. I would suggest playing this alone so you can fully immerse in the atmosphere.
  45. 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
  46. h0mez
    Mar 26, 2017
    10
    10/10 easy, this game has entered my top 10 all time games ever made
    good unpredictable story, and i love the different perspective of story's.
    and the Soundtrack is godly, really epic
  47. starceph
    Apr 20, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. No pensaba darle un 10 a este juego hasta que llegué al final, el mejor final de la historia de los videojuegos. La jugabilidad perfecta, el apartado técnico también, los gráficos flojean un poco en PS4 normal (no se como funciona en pro) y la historia es la típica japonesada pero contada de manera distinta pero aún así te engancha, sobretodo en la tercera vuelta. Sin duda es un obra maestra, y quien diga lo contrario es que solo se ha pasado el primer final.… Expand
  48. Doneagle
    Apr 23, 2017
    10
    Completed it today and so sad the journey has come to an end. This game is a gem and if you are doubting to pick it up, just do it already. It's a pity this game hasn't gotten the coverage other AAA games are getting as that means people might miss this one.
  49. El112119
    Apr 30, 2017
    10
    Simply One of the Best Platinum Games Out there just like the Bayonetta Series.....The world just tell it's own story and lore...and the character are fleshed out even if other side characters kinda forgettable in my opinion...but i cannot deny of how good and fast the gameplay is...this is definitely Platinum's at it's finest definition of Fast Phase JRRG....What a well made Game i must say
  50. 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
  51. JamesKirk
    Jul 10, 2017
    10
    One of the few games that make intense feeling at the end which remains for a long time after passing. I would like to see more games like this. This game has a soul.
  52. ReeferMad
    Mar 14, 2017
    10
    I'm not too big into anime or JRPGs nor do I understand the Nier universe and the story from which it spins off, BUT I took a chance, listened to the public and critics and I am deeply entertained by this game. It's all familiar, the hack and slash combat, sandbox, questing, NPCs, story-lines YET it all feels so innovative. Nier: Automata has a satisfying combat system combined with aI'm not too big into anime or JRPGs nor do I understand the Nier universe and the story from which it spins off, BUT I took a chance, listened to the public and critics and I am deeply entertained by this game. It's all familiar, the hack and slash combat, sandbox, questing, NPCs, story-lines YET it all feels so innovative. Nier: Automata has a satisfying combat system combined with a weird, yet refreshing open world. While some may not admire the graphics, they actually fit well in the universe it builds. Because you play as an android I attribute the look at to how the world would look to a humanoid computer. It's all very fitting. I suggest, if you're on the fence to give this game a chance and spend that dollar, so your purchase encourages the industry and developers to keep making wholly unique and enjoyable games.

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

    2017 is a great year for gaming and its again supported by a quality release like Nier:Automata.    … Expand
  53. Gwyndolin
    Mar 20, 2017
    10
    It's not just genre mashups that makes this game a masterpiece, it's the perfect blend of wistful serenity and adrenaline fueled excitement. Yoko Taro + Platinum Games is definitely a marriage made in heaven.
  54. Gotrek74
    Sep 28, 2017
    7
    An accomplished game with a seamless transition between 3D platforming and combat, 2D side-scrolling game and a top down twin stick shooter. The story is very good and the art design is good but it just doesn't excite me the way it seems to excite others.
  55. JoseEsVirgen
    Mar 20, 2019
    1
    Es un juego sobre valorado, con una historia superficial que pretende ser profunda pero como se descubre después de jugar las múltiples campañas, el jugador se ve ante un bodrio japonés con extra de menores sexualizadas que pretende emocionar al jugador con sus personajes paupérrimos y sin personalidad en un universo generico. Además de esto se intercala la pésima jugabilidad sinEs un juego sobre valorado, con una historia superficial que pretende ser profunda pero como se descubre después de jugar las múltiples campañas, el jugador se ve ante un bodrio japonés con extra de menores sexualizadas que pretende emocionar al jugador con sus personajes paupérrimos y sin personalidad en un universo generico. Además de esto se intercala la pésima jugabilidad sin profundidad y repetitiva apresar de la experiencia de Platinum En resumen un juego pésimo sobre valorado por sus fans… Expand
  56. Woboof
    May 9, 2018
    2
    Critics made me buy this game, huge deception
    Graphics - Ok, Gameplay is easy, but there's no game it's a movie, no matter what you do, you get throught ! just press the firing button until the next video, wasted money
  57. MaximumD
    Aug 9, 2019
    3
    I judge games on various things, but most importantly it comes down to one factor. When I'm at work or doing something else, am I feeling a giant urge to return to playing this game? If yes, I would say the game is a good for me. No? Well I probably won't finish it. That would be like doing chores.

    Unfortunately for me, after a few hours I hung it up with this game. No idea what the    I judge games on various things, but most importantly it comes down to one factor. When I'm at work or doing something else, am I feeling a giant urge to return to playing this game? If yes, I would say the game is a good for me. No? Well I probably won't finish it. That would be like doing chores.

    Unfortunately for me, after a few hours I hung it up with this game. No idea what the hype is all about here. Genuinely. I gave the game a shot, and was excited to start playing it. But there where a few apparent issues right from the start:

    -no respect for my time. I played a half hour through the intro and died on the first boss. Figuring ok, this game is fairly challenging but that's good! Much to my horror though, as I soon found out, this game does not save during the intro. That's right, over half and hour of time wiped out and it's back to the BEGINNING OF THE GAME! That means back to the first tutorial. With no warning. Let's just say that did not start me off on a good note. I was pissed, and almost hung up the game right there. I was literally in dis-belief that I had to re-start the entire game because saving is not allowed. Ridiculous.

    -Despite sticking with it and changing to EASY mode for the intro, the repetitive fetch quests and backtracking through a massive central world just got to me. No fast travel and nothing but a barren wastleland to travel through with a few random re spawning enemies around to beat on. It actually started out kind of cool with the first 2 quests, and then I was hit with what this game is about. You go to a village and meet the leader who gives you an item to take back to base. You slog all the way back to base, on the other side of the freaking map. What do you get? The leader of the base gives you a mission to go BACK to the other village and deliver an item. LOL. I'm supposed to be an android warrior, but i'm making FedEx deliveries for villages. Excellent design on display here, LOL. Like I said before, this game does not respect you time whatsoever, and apparently developers thought it would be funny to rub in your face constantly too. They actually remind you in game that you are basically doing chores!

    -Gameplay. Repetitive and bland. Spam light attack and heavy attack, or shoot from range. That's pretty much it. I was bored of this after the lengthy intro, where you do it ad nausea um. But then you just keep doing it, over and over, for the rest of the game. Awesome.

    Story might be good in the end, I wouldn't know cuz I couldn't slog through this borefest to find out. At least I bought this at a discounted price form Gamestop otherwise I would have been genuinely pissed considering the high praise this game got across the board. What an overrated pile of garbage this is. Game design has come a long way but these guys missed the boat completely.

    Actually, the music is awesome though and I might buy the soundtrack :).    … Expand
  58. mrlee97
    Apr 3, 2017
    7
    While the gameplay is fantastic and the soundtrack is decent, this spiritual successor really falls short of what made the original Nier such a masterpiece. The story in this title is pathetic, and the music is pretty underwhelming compared to its predecessor. The characters and world are also in particular very weak. But what saves this game is tight, TIGHT gameplay. Great combos, greatWhile the gameplay is fantastic and the soundtrack is decent, this spiritual successor really falls short of what made the original Nier such a masterpiece. The story in this title is pathetic, and the music is pretty underwhelming compared to its predecessor. The characters and world are also in particular very weak. But what saves this game is tight, TIGHT gameplay. Great combos, great selection of weapons, multiple ways to fight, and fantastic directing. I hope they can make another sequel with a story as great as the original but with this fantastic gameplay.… Expand
  59. GrumpyReviewer
    Apr 6, 2017
    7
    I think Nier Automata is a fantastic game. The story is intriguing, the art is incredible and the gameplay is smooth and a lot of fun. But there are some basic aspects that really frustrate me: 1) the map/exploration and 2) side quests.

    The map is a MESS. Hard to navigate, hard to read, hard to know where to go. It's a chore. And the side quest system is all over the place. Some quests    I think Nier Automata is a fantastic game. The story is intriguing, the art is incredible and the gameplay is smooth and a lot of fun. But there are some basic aspects that really frustrate me: 1) the map/exploration and 2) side quests.

    The map is a MESS. Hard to navigate, hard to read, hard to know where to go. It's a chore. And the side quest system is all over the place. Some quests are OK, some are fun, some are confusing and you don't even know exactly where you are supposed to go (due to the map being a complete mess).

    On top of that, the game is still buggy and the framerate drop is ridiculous and distracting. A beautiful, fun, very nice game. A very sexy game, I'd say (and not just because of the protagonist). The whole thing feels sexy and monochromatic and post-apocalyptic in the best way possible. But the game is far, far from perfect.    … Expand
  60. nonameforme
    Mar 14, 2017
    10
    *This is spoiler free
    *Time until getting all Endings A B C D E (main ending): 47 Hours.
    *Enemy LVL don't scale with your level. *NOTE: you can unlock debug mode and chapter selection to collect side quest and all ending. But I won't tell you how, no spoiler. (but don't worry, it's possible to get it before you get the true ending) Story: Yoko Taro/10 This is one of the game    *This is spoiler free
    *Time until getting all Endings A B C D E (main ending): 47 Hours.
    *Enemy LVL don't scale with your level.

    *NOTE: you can unlock debug mode and chapter selection to collect side quest and all ending. But I won't tell you how, no spoiler. (but don't worry, it's possible to get it before you get the true ending)

    Story: Yoko Taro/10

    This is one of the game that move gaming forward in both industry and art sense. If TV is "show, don't tell", then this game is the example of "Do, don't show" and differentiate itself from a lot of games which had stories feel like a separated entity from gameplay. An example is "Last Of Us", it has awesome story, but if the gameplay can be switched off/changed without effecting how the story can be told (If Last Of Us is pure TV show, adventure game), then it's just implementing traditional TV knowledge into game, and didn't use the fact that it's 'game' to the full potential. This is not to say Last Of Us is a bad 'game'. You can think of this in this sense..."Radio's horror VS TV's horror", In TV the producer can make a 'silent screen' very terrifying by using image and light, but radio's horror cannot and must reply on sound and music. By 'evolving' from Radio era to TV era, creators will have new way to express their works, but it may take time until those 'way' turn into common knowledge, not just 'personal style/talent'.

    This is like one of those title such as "Undertale",etc. Where you should go in blind and you should avoid spoiler like plague. And that make explaining how the story and gameplay support each other quite difficult.

    And if this look edgy, it means Yoko Taro had successfully trolled you. On the surface it look like a edgy story at 1st/2nd new game+, but at the core of the game, it's talking about sci-fi philosophy thing such as (in generic example to avoid spoiler) "do robot have soul?", "If a ship/person is repair so much that none of the original part is left, is he still the same thing?", "Is real emotion possible without soul?, does that make it artificial?".
    However, the game won't spoon feed or force feed you about how the game "THINK" about those topic, it will show you those 'stories', but won't judge you if you have difference idea. It's up to you to think deeper (AKA, after stories of those stories). This is another reason why I like Yoko Taro works', he treat his audience like a intellectual being who have their own minds and the ability to 'understand "THING" without needing the game to spoon fed them what's going on'.

    And no, those Drakengard 3 edgy character and pee joke is gone (thank god).

    Gameplay: 8.5/10
    It's Platinum Game, what did you expected?? If you had played other Platinum Game, it's quite similar. It's very satisfy, smooth, and pure joy.
    However, this time a lot of mechanic such as "time slow when perfect dodge" , "push the movement analog at the enemy attack direction to make counter attack", etc. are now in the form of "CHIP UPGRADE" which you can slot in/out if you like/hate those system. (and maybe use generic RPG buff like +20 ATK chip instead".

    *NOTE: some side quest give you special item which enable special mechanic? (I prefer to call them Quality of Life add-on, not important but make the game more entertaining)

    But it's not without flaw (especially when NIER 1 did it better in some area).

    IMO, the 'downgrade' system is the 'pod skill/magic'. In previous NIER, when you cast spell, time will slow down and you get a 'wheel ui' which contain all magic for you to select. After you select, the game will continue to slow down for you to choose target and cast the spell.
    However, in AUTOMATA, player have to manually install 'pod system/magic' 1 at a time. (when you cast the skill, it will just trigger the install spell). This remove the flexibility to select the skill/magic that suit the situation best. Yes, players can change spell at any time, but doing so mean you have to pause the game and go so deep into UI that it's too troublesome to do.
    Not to mention that now in AUTOMATA, spell/skill will auto cast in-front of player character, removing the manual aim, which may make combat faster, but it actually render spell almost useless cause it's very easy to miss (most skills' AOE are small, and just a bit of turning make can ruin your aim)

    Another minor problem I have is that weapon upgrade didn't change their appearance like in Drakengard series or 1st NIER. (I suspect it's Square Enix work to sell those cosmetics as DLC).

    Overall: Get it now. You won't regret it (if you make it to the ending E).    … Expand
  61. aalfred7
    Jun 17, 2019
    0
    I don't understand the hype surrounding this game. The negatives are as follows: graphical issues, a dumb and shallow story, shallow characters, a short main game, and bad UI. Don't waste your hard-earned money on this title.
  62. gamertaboo
    Mar 20, 2017
    10
    Absolutely awesome game. Since the second I set foot in Nier: Automata, I have felt this familiar feeling to a game series I've been playing for over 25+ years since I was pretty young. That series would be the Legend of Zelda series. Nier: Automata feels like a Zelda game (to me) through and through, with the sometimes goofy NPCs you meet around the world, as well as the enemies andAbsolutely awesome game. Since the second I set foot in Nier: Automata, I have felt this familiar feeling to a game series I've been playing for over 25+ years since I was pretty young. That series would be the Legend of Zelda series. Nier: Automata feels like a Zelda game (to me) through and through, with the sometimes goofy NPCs you meet around the world, as well as the enemies and bosses.

    Where this game really shines is in it's combat. It is a hack n' slash game for sure, but it's a hack n slash game that rewards skill if you can believe that. Sure you can likely beat the entire game just by button mashing everything you come by and hoping for the best, but if you learn the combos for your weapons you can really do some awesome fighting moves.

    I went into this game completely blind, with only the trailer on the store page giving me a short preview of what the game looks like. It IS a port, and there are a few issues here and there. If you do not have a decent rig, you might have some issues. KB/M is doable in the same way that KB/M is doable in a Souls' game, in that you can, but a controller is much better.    … Expand
  63. cfli731
    Mar 21, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My review resonates with most of the reviewers, so I won't go into the art, story, and music, which has already been covered.
    I would like to bring the attention to the game's clever use of game mechanics as narrative through out the entire game.
    A particular example would be the opening top down shooter segment, where firing of your weapons is initially restricted, even after one of your teammate has been shot down, because engagement has not be authorized. As it is the tutorial, of course, you were not allowed to do many things because it was a way to show you different buttons one at a time, but the game does not waste that opportunity to give you a sense of the military rigidity the characters must conform to, even in the face of danger and death.
    The robotic reaction and adherence to the rule sets the tone for this game even within the first 30 secs of game play.
    Obviously, there are much more to this game to deserve my rating of 10, but the intricacy and attention to details is what stood out to me the most.    … Expand
  64. flo47
    Oct 6, 2019
    1
    Graphics are really bad, low details
    endless travelling through an empty environment
    enemy battles feel very rare.
    no fun at all - the demo felt much more like action
  65. Aridos
    May 25, 2017
    10
    This game is worth your time.

    The most polished game made partially by Yoko Taro I've ever seen, and the only one I've played. I have a problem with games that have great story, but make you suffer through the gameplay, so I'm glad Platinum took the reigns partially while Yoko stayed in the back and chugged beer while occasionally also designing. Gameplay: Platinum gameplay.    This game is worth your time.

    The most polished game made partially by Yoko Taro I've ever seen, and the only one I've played.

    I have a problem with games that have great story, but make you suffer through the gameplay, so I'm glad Platinum took the reigns partially while Yoko stayed in the back and chugged beer while occasionally also designing.

    Gameplay: Platinum gameplay. Played Bayonetta? Bam. Devil May Cry? (Not that DMC thingie) Bam. It's fluid, it has huge amount of options, and best of all, it complements the story.

    Story: Convoluted but straightforward. Easy to see the twists, but very very hard to see the real ones.
    You'll think you get Nier:Automata, and then Yoko will come back the back and pull the rug under you. Until today I hear multiple opinions from people who themselves have multiple opinions of what this game is trying to say. But, if you think you need to be a philosopher to get this, you're wrong. All you need to do is play the game.

    Special: The game is action, it's bullet hell, and it's also 2D platforming? The story is very weird-japanese but actually has a lot to do with everyone. There's also no fetish shaming to be found, so go for it, young man!    … Expand
  66. JaySilver
    Sep 21, 2017
    9
    So, if you would describe Nier: Automata with one word it would be: underrated. The gameplay is quite simple, like its predecessor its a fast-paced action-based rpg, with fluent graphics, a beautiful open world and a monumental story. The campaing is about 7-8 hours long, but beware - to earn the true end of the game you have to complete it 2 Times in total and start new game plus. BelieveSo, if you would describe Nier: Automata with one word it would be: underrated. The gameplay is quite simple, like its predecessor its a fast-paced action-based rpg, with fluent graphics, a beautiful open world and a monumental story. The campaing is about 7-8 hours long, but beware - to earn the true end of the game you have to complete it 2 Times in total and start new game plus. Believe me - you will be richly rewarded!

    Pros:
    -Fast Paced
    -Beautiful Music
    -Weapons
    -Story
    -Clear open world
    -Great voice acting
    -60fps

    Cons:

    -The main character falls flat
    -repetitive quests
    -It takes some time to understand the upgrade mechanics

    This game is truly a gem.    … Expand
  67. ElleryHQ
    Jan 26, 2019
    5
    Как оказалось, в демо показали самые интересные моменты всей игры. Боевая механика неинтересна и никак не развивается. Посредственная в графическом плане. Игра БЕЗУМНО скучная. Пара интересных сюжетных моментов и фан сервис - успех популярной игры. А, ну еще саундтрек понравился, потому оценка не совсем плохая.Как оказалось, в демо показали самые интересные моменты всей игры. Боевая механика неинтересна и никак не развивается. Посредственная в графическом плане. Игра БЕЗУМНО скучная. Пара интересных сюжетных моментов и фан сервис - успех популярной игры. А, ну еще саундтрек понравился, потому оценка не совсем плохая.
  68. Sinnthetic
    Feb 1, 2018
    10
    If there was an argument for video games being considered art, Nier Automata would be at the forefront.

    Nier Automata is unique in the sense that it is a story and media that can only be presented as a video game. It wouldnt be able to express it's full message or themes in a movie or book. Nier is a game that will stick with you after you finish it, consuming your thoughts and even    If there was an argument for video games being considered art, Nier Automata would be at the forefront.

    Nier Automata is unique in the sense that it is a story and media that can only be presented as a video game. It wouldnt be able to express it's full message or themes in a movie or book. Nier is a game that will stick with you after you finish it, consuming your thoughts and even make you consider different philosophies for your real life. Most people (including myself) originally picked up Nier because it was another action game made by Platinum Games, and perhaps the fan service got to you as well (2B is beautiful). But if you stay for the entire journey, you will find something truly unique in today's gaming, and an unforgettable experience, that tries things that most games are afraid of.

    This game would have higher ratings, and it makes sense if you dissect the actual gameplay, because there are flaws there, and I'm sure alot of critics never truly finished the game. However, if you truly love video games, and they are more than just simple play things, or mindless junk. You must do yourself the pleasure of experiencing one of the best games ever made.    … Expand
  69. shootingstars99
    Sep 1, 2019
    4
    Over hyped something that comes to mind when I think of this game. Having played it, the combat is not that deep at all, which is usually the main draw to action games. The first few times I turned it on, I had a good feeling, like that this was going to be like an old school action RPG, but with some semblance of combat depth, nope. The graphics are nice, but are wasted on barrenOver hyped something that comes to mind when I think of this game. Having played it, the combat is not that deep at all, which is usually the main draw to action games. The first few times I turned it on, I had a good feeling, like that this was going to be like an old school action RPG, but with some semblance of combat depth, nope. The graphics are nice, but are wasted on barren wasteland after barren wasteland. The main draw to me, the combat, does leave a fair amount to be desired, as it has the depth of a kiddie pool.

    The character designs on the other hand, while odd and unique, don't appeal to me. I don't find the story to be as deep and emotional as people let on, but rather cheesy and even melodramatic at times, nothing moving or ground breaking. Hearing what other people said about the game before getting it myself, made the bar sound like it was set pretty high, but that wasn't the case, because I did the limbo right into the bar on this one.    … Expand
  70. xboxlikewater
    Sep 6, 2019
    6
    Probably Platinum's worst major game, particularly gameplay-wise. It has very simple, watered down Bayonetta combat with poor RPG aspects implemented into the game. Infinite dodging, an empty world, awful hacking segments, having to play through the game multiple times, a generic story, poor enemy variety. The music and ending are great but the rest is subpar and a real disappointment.Probably Platinum's worst major game, particularly gameplay-wise. It has very simple, watered down Bayonetta combat with poor RPG aspects implemented into the game. Infinite dodging, an empty world, awful hacking segments, having to play through the game multiple times, a generic story, poor enemy variety. The music and ending are great but the rest is subpar and a real disappointment. For me, Astral Chain does everything this game does better barring character writing and is a real step up for director Taura. Automata is a decent game, especially if you're a casual generally not into Platinum's typical action games, but if you're more into weaving complex combos and getting highscores such as in Bayo or DMC this game might be a bit disappointing.… Expand
  71. kiosia
    Nov 10, 2017
    10
    Beyond expectations. The soundtrack is a masterpiece, the plot moved the gears inside my head with all the philosophy references. Talking about the plot, it reminded of Ghost In The Shell, and now I know how a game based on GITS should be (with all the necessary adjustments to scenario, of course).

    Also, reminded me of how hyped I was for Final Fantasy XV and, it seems, all that FF XV    Beyond expectations. The soundtrack is a masterpiece, the plot moved the gears inside my head with all the philosophy references. Talking about the plot, it reminded of Ghost In The Shell, and now I know how a game based on GITS should be (with all the necessary adjustments to scenario, of course).

    Also, reminded me of how hyped I was for Final Fantasy XV and, it seems, all that FF XV failed to deliver, Nier: Automata delivered.

    Cons: when the game tells you that it is going to delete all your personal data and asks for confirmation, believe it.
    Pros: If you let the game delete your save, you can play it all again! :)    … Expand
  72. OwtDaft
    Jul 17, 2019
    8
    + The music is gorgeous and the vocals are really beautiful.
    + The combat is pretty simple but very easy to pick up and play.
    + The game is like the first one in the way the game switches up the game play and camera. + 2B the main character is very easy on the eye.... + The music deserves a 2nd mention. - The game has a stutter despite sacrificing graphics for a high frame rate. -    + The music is gorgeous and the vocals are really beautiful.
    + The combat is pretty simple but very easy to pick up and play.
    + The game is like the first one in the way the game switches up the game play and camera.
    + 2B the main character is very easy on the eye....
    + The music deserves a 2nd mention.
    - The game has a stutter despite sacrificing graphics for a high frame rate.
    - Story is very melodramatic and only gets interesting in the last third of the game.
    - The game has you replay certain parts of the game again half way in.
    - The first game had a much better atmosphere to it.    … Expand
  73. Steyraus
    Jan 20, 2020
    10
    Nier Automata is easily one of my favorite game of the last 30 years. I have liked it so much I have gone back and played other games Yoko Tara worked on over the years, from Drakengard to Nier gestalt. Every game has a magic to them that is woven through the intricate and expansive storytelling and absolutely compelling characters that these facets alone makes the experience worthNier Automata is easily one of my favorite game of the last 30 years. I have liked it so much I have gone back and played other games Yoko Tara worked on over the years, from Drakengard to Nier gestalt. Every game has a magic to them that is woven through the intricate and expansive storytelling and absolutely compelling characters that these facets alone makes the experience worth experiencing. Where they earlier games fell short a bit but gradually improved was gameplay, While the later games treated the played to a very fun and evolving ride Nier automata takes everything that worked in every other game and turns it up to 11. Thanks to the partnership with Platinum game Nier Automata and the amazing world and Story of Yoko Taro and the insanely addicting and complex gameplay of a Platinum Title. The result is a simply Masterwork, its a game like nothing else that exists, while borrowing from nearly every type of game that exists, and it makes it as fun as all them components combined could be,
    Nier Automata is full of hidden meaning and setpieces that are designed to make the player think about the big questions and while I usually hate when this type of stuff is forced into a game, here is is subtle and not preachy, it just stories and you take from them what you take from them.
    Overall this is a game I cant imagine anyone not loving, except maybe those strange incell men that get upset when an attractive female shows more than an ankle in a game.sexy.    … Expand
  74. backInBone
    May 11, 2018
    10
    One of the most brilliant games I've ever played. Clever designs amaze me here and there throughout the game.
  75. dramatickid
    Jun 4, 2017
    8
    Nier:Automata is a super stylish game both in its visuals and in its gameplay. The story is very involving too and above all interesting since it revolves around themes such as human nature and the meaning of life. The only weak point lies in the combat system which, after a while, becomes a little repetitive and the same can be said for its building-up system. Anyway it's a UNIQUE gameNier:Automata is a super stylish game both in its visuals and in its gameplay. The story is very involving too and above all interesting since it revolves around themes such as human nature and the meaning of life. The only weak point lies in the combat system which, after a while, becomes a little repetitive and the same can be said for its building-up system. Anyway it's a UNIQUE game that doesn't look like anything else on the market right now.… Expand
  76. ak47
    Jun 17, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game takes you places, pick it up if you still haven't. Everything about is just amazing. Gameplay felt arcade-y but fresh and the storyline has the potential to hit you like a jackhammer.… Expand
  77. sscott0829tw
    Apr 5, 2020
    10
    Though this game has some cons that can easily been seen.
    Like some ugly textures and npc design here and there, some Fps dropping, combat is too simple for me compare to other platium games like Bayonetta or Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance.
    The Atmosphere, beauty, characters and boss fights in the game are just fantastic. Along with the second best video game soundtrack I ever heard    Though this game has some cons that can easily been seen.
    Like some ugly textures and npc design here and there, some Fps dropping, combat is too simple for me compare to other platium games like Bayonetta or Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance.
    The Atmosphere, beauty, characters and boss fights in the game are just fantastic.
    Along with the second best video game soundtrack I ever heard ever.
    The deep meaning in the game also left me in tears for 3 times.
    And there are 3 playthroughs to get ur money worth.
    One of the best game I ever played no doubt.    … Expand
  78. jewel5
    Jul 25, 2018
    6
    Geez, I don't understand people going **** over this game. The story and characters were average at best. The gameplay was ok, but very repetitive. I enjoyed the characters and story of the 1st Nier so much better. This one left me cold.
  79. mrpavlikov
    Oct 4, 2018
    10
    It's a diamond. If you are afraid of Japanese games its ok, you should be, but don't be afraid of this one. It's absolutely amazing. You will love each of 3 playthroughs.
  80. witcher6999
    Dec 23, 2018
    7
    прошел 3 раза, короче если сравнивать по уровню scifi то это лайтовый версия horizon, так как тут много условностей не объясняется нормально, а точнее объясняется списыванием на то что это японщина. Например почему все в Yorha женского поло и один сканер 9s мужского? Плюс полно таких нелепостей по всему сюжету. Пару твистов были понятны задолго до конца, что касается человечества и из чегопрошел 3 раза, короче если сравнивать по уровню scifi то это лайтовый версия horizon, так как тут много условностей не объясняется нормально, а точнее объясняется списыванием на то что это японщина. Например почему все в Yorha женского поло и один сканер 9s мужского? Плюс полно таких нелепостей по всему сюжету. Пару твистов были понятны задолго до конца, что касается человечества и из чего созданы Андроиды, ну это было логично. А вот про истинное предназначение 2b и про циклы приятно удивило. Хотя последнее было и в horizon, причем объяснено очень классно по научному, без лишнего пафоса и соплей, ну опять же это японщина, так что на это списывается. Что касается геймплея, понравился хакинг и управление другими машинами, элементы шутемапа, тоже класс, а вот боевка печаль, печальная, очень скучно мешить 1-2 кнопки прижимая то и дело уворот. Плюс было много бесячих геймдизайна хорошо моментов, когда по сюжету Андроида парализует и он не может прыгать и уклоняться, а только ходит, при этом ты падаешь куда-то, где тебя зажимают андроиды со своей икрой и все. Было также пару моментов когда квиксейв не срабатывал...… Expand
  81. njja02
    May 15, 2018
    9
    An engaging and beautiful game that felt original and creative. I've never played a game like this. The look of the game is a bit ugly, but the game-play and story were just fantastic.
  82. shadowloo
    May 26, 2018
    10
    I can't believe I put this game on hold because of the disappointing Mass Effect Andromeda. Nier Automata isn't just my personal GOTY for 2017 but it probably ones of the best games ever made. Combining Yoko Taro's genius writing with platinum games' solid fighting system is a golden (or dare I say platinum) combination. Nier doesn't just manage to seamlessly combine different gameI can't believe I put this game on hold because of the disappointing Mass Effect Andromeda. Nier Automata isn't just my personal GOTY for 2017 but it probably ones of the best games ever made. Combining Yoko Taro's genius writing with platinum games' solid fighting system is a golden (or dare I say platinum) combination. Nier doesn't just manage to seamlessly combine different game elements, but what it does with story telling...oh boy...saying it transcends gaming wouldn't be an exaggeration. The only thing I can say without spoiling anything is, make sure you play past the first ending. You need to play the game twice (though the 2nd time is a completely different experience) to unlock the rest of the game.… Expand
  83. SimonD00
    Sep 11, 2017
    10
    With a fun and complex combat system that nearly rivals bloodbornes perfected combat, beautifull visuals and probably one of the best and most original stories in a video game ever. If you miss out on this game I'm truly sorry for you.
  84. Sagnol
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    Aside from butt and hot scenes the Storyline and the Concept is amazing!
    And seriously such an underrated game : I know it didn't get the love from developers to support it even with some updates but the actors,the soundtrack and the gameplay is more unique than most of 2017 games.
  85. agent13
    Oct 8, 2018
    8
    i'm not really a fan of jrpg but this game is amazing, the music is one of the bests you have ever experienced in a video game combat and gameplay is ok graphics could be better story is good depite it's slow pace
  86. Ishi123
    Oct 6, 2018
    10
    A game this good is rare. A game capable of tugging emotions so strongly while imposing questions about purpose, loss, and life itself is even rarer. A perfect lovechild of the amazing gameplay of Platinum with the incredible storytelling of Yoko Taro, this game is the proud owner of the title of the only game that made me cry actual tears not once, but two times. Absolutely astounding andA game this good is rare. A game capable of tugging emotions so strongly while imposing questions about purpose, loss, and life itself is even rarer. A perfect lovechild of the amazing gameplay of Platinum with the incredible storytelling of Yoko Taro, this game is the proud owner of the title of the only game that made me cry actual tears not once, but two times. Absolutely astounding and buying it should be mandatory for everyone with a PS4.… Expand
  87. Arthur123
    Mar 22, 2018
    10
    Jogo fantástico em sua trilha sonora,história,cenários,personagens, misturando elementos de RPG,Hack and slash e Shoot 'em up alternando momentos entre o 3D e o 2D de maneira perfeita sem contar que não possui carregamento no seu mapa inteiro tornando o jogo mais incrível ainda, um jogo mais que recomendado pois te obriga a completar as suas diversas quests para entender a história deJogo fantástico em sua trilha sonora,história,cenários,personagens, misturando elementos de RPG,Hack and slash e Shoot 'em up alternando momentos entre o 3D e o 2D de maneira perfeita sem contar que não possui carregamento no seu mapa inteiro tornando o jogo mais incrível ainda, um jogo mais que recomendado pois te obriga a completar as suas diversas quests para entender a história de forma completa e finaliza-lo mais de uma vez caso queira ver o final verdadeiro nota 10 nesta obra prima.… Expand
  88. Rstiles7
    Jun 12, 2018
    10
    Going into this game, I had no idea of what to expect. This was a game that complete flew under the radar in 2017, as I did not hear anyone talk about the game at all. In fact, the only reason I bought this game was because it was on sale and I had seen that it got good reviews, but I was complete unsure of whether I would like the game or not. To say this game exceeded my expectationsGoing into this game, I had no idea of what to expect. This was a game that complete flew under the radar in 2017, as I did not hear anyone talk about the game at all. In fact, the only reason I bought this game was because it was on sale and I had seen that it got good reviews, but I was complete unsure of whether I would like the game or not. To say this game exceeded my expectations would be a massive understatement.

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

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

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

    All and all, Nier: Automata is an incredible game that falls just short of being a masterpiece. But regardless, this is an absolute must-have title for PS4 and PC gamers alike, and one you definitely will not forget.    … Expand
  89. 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,
  90. yavi
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    This is a masterpiece that makes you think and feel along the way. Battles and mechanics are secondary.
    Also, that music.
  91. CoreGamer1408
    Aug 1, 2019
    5
    I could not take the game or story seriously with those costumes and character types. The switching between the different views like full on 3D to side scroller and top down was not fun. I found the action was fast fluid and easy to pull off. The locals looked interesting, but the enemy types not so much. Game felt weird and off. Just not my thing I suppose?
  92. Archound
    Mar 4, 2018
    10
    It starts from an excellent action-sequence, but also punishes and daunts players as there is no save option for the fist 1.5 h. It is a hard design choice, I was very frustrated about it, I quit game for couple of months, but now I understand it. It has flaws, lots of them, but there are the things which NieR does fantastically, things you will remember for a long time. GOTY 2017 and aIt starts from an excellent action-sequence, but also punishes and daunts players as there is no save option for the fist 1.5 h. It is a hard design choice, I was very frustrated about it, I quit game for couple of months, but now I understand it. It has flaws, lots of them, but there are the things which NieR does fantastically, things you will remember for a long time. GOTY 2017 and a great candidate to be recognized as a game of the generation.… Expand
  93. 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
  94. alekseyburakov
    Nov 26, 2017
    10
    Эта игра тронула меня до глубины души. А депрессия мучила на протяжении всего третьего акта и неделю после...
    Но я не жалею ни секунды потраченного времени.
    П,С, Еко Таро гений
  95. BlueKetsueki
    Dec 8, 2017
    10
    Master class of a game first thing i played in years that felt different and unique, i don't rate a lot of games ten but this is one of them would recommend everyone to try once.
  96. pastacheesecake
    Jan 1, 2018
    10
    Artistic, mind-blowing, fluid, philosophical. Best game of 2017 and probably one of the best of the last decade. This game elevates the medium.
  97. Gugul
    Jun 8, 2018
    10
    Through all the years of my life ive played many, many, many games, and this is the first time that i feel im not capable of telling with words how much i liked this game
    I know i rated it 10, and it deserves it, but that doesnt mean is a perfect game, it has pretty big flaws in its open world design, because the game itself finds troubles defining if it wants to be a onirical place such    Through all the years of my life ive played many, many, many games, and this is the first time that i feel im not capable of telling with words how much i liked this game
    I know i rated it 10, and it deserves it, but that doesnt mean is a perfect game, it has pretty big flaws in its open world design, because the game itself finds troubles defining if it wants to be a onirical place such as Shadow of The Colossus or if it wants to be a place full of side quests and activities such as GTA V, (SPOILERS) im not sure if this has a -reason beyond- trying to impress the feeling of losing our identity after finding out our life purpose has been a lie just like 9S does, but id rather stay away from that discussion(END SPOILERS)
    This game posses the most astonishing beautiful art direction of 2017 (asides of Breath of The Wild), including OST and characters.
    The first playthrough and the first half of the second were fun, but thats it, felt a little bit rushed but it was ok
    But then, the game suddenly stops acting like a videogame and starts a mature, intricated and amazing story, i dont really want to say any spoiler, but keep in mind that if you find boring or bad this game, is because you havent played the C Route.
    And you definitely should    … Expand
  98. Findy37564
    Dec 28, 2017
    10
    Nier Automata is a game that give you so much more than you expect
    perhaps you expect just another hack n slash game kinda like DMC or bayonetta
    But nooooopppe This game is combine a lot of stuff and i mean A lot It combine bullet shooter, fast paced stylish hack n slash, top down arcade shooter, and open world elemen into it And its melt into one awesomeness that you never seen    Nier Automata is a game that give you so much more than you expect
    perhaps you expect just another hack n slash game kinda like DMC or bayonetta
    But nooooopppe
    This game is combine a lot of stuff and i mean A lot
    It combine bullet shooter, fast paced stylish hack n slash, top down arcade shooter, and open world elemen into it
    And its melt into one awesomeness that you never seen before
    Not to mention The music and the story is Superb
    you may think this kinda game story is sucks or mediocre but its surprisingly philosophical and dramatic
    This game is a MUST play for anyone who love RPG and it is worth it get The Platinum

    And dont forget DAT ass ;)    … Expand
  99. RossBlack
    Mar 3, 2018
    10
    What can one say? About the flawless best soundtrack? About the storyline? About all those messages? One of the best titles ever on ps4, my personal favorite, nobody must miss it.
  100. canceRnya
    Oct 29, 2018
    6
    Ужасна технически, играл на фатке, слишком однообразна для такой продолжительной игры, и при этом тебе зачем-то дают еще раз проходить одни и те жи миссий за 9S, так что когда приходит время A2, ты ужэ слишком устал, и хочешь просто быстрее закончить это.
    Ну и теперь о хорошем: трусы, музыка, да и не плохая развязка, изначально оценивал эту игру намного ниже, но если взять перерыв где-то    Ужасна технически, играл на фатке, слишком однообразна для такой продолжительной игры, и при этом тебе зачем-то дают еще раз проходить одни и те жи миссий за 9S, так что когда приходит время A2, ты ужэ слишком устал, и хочешь просто быстрее закончить это.
    Ну и теперь о хорошем: трусы, музыка, да и не плохая развязка, изначально оценивал эту игру намного ниже, но если взять перерыв где-то на середине, то получится не так уж и плохо, наверна.    … Expand
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#6 Best PS4 Game of 2017
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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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