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  1. Oct 17, 2022
    10
    Just beat the game. Only bother rating on MC when it's a 10-worthy game, and this is most definitely that. Extremely sharp, smooth framerate, and the HD rumble really sets it off, on top of being an insanely great game.
  2. Oct 25, 2022
    10
    This is one of the most amazing games of all time. Thank you so much Nintendo, you are the best in whole wide world.
  3. Jul 13, 2023
    10
    De lo mejor que he jugado en años. La historia es atrapante y no para de tener giros argumentales. Totalmente recomendado! La versión de switch en la oled se ve de lujo
  4. Oct 11, 2022
    10
    Best version of this masterpiece. Playable both docked (at 1080p which is higher than its PS4 counterpart) and in Portable mode, features HD Rumble, Motion controls and exclusive DLC items. Highly recommended!
  5. Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Never got around to playing this one when it originally came out. Boy, what a mistake! This is BOTW, Mario Odyssey, MGS5 level great! I've played a few Platinum games, Wonderful 101 and Astral Chain, both which I really loved. Digging Nier so so much. It has everything you want in a game. I can't compare this port to the original but it runs pretty damn good to me, big props to Virtuos forNever got around to playing this one when it originally came out. Boy, what a mistake! This is BOTW, Mario Odyssey, MGS5 level great! I've played a few Platinum games, Wonderful 101 and Astral Chain, both which I really loved. Digging Nier so so much. It has everything you want in a game. I can't compare this port to the original but it runs pretty damn good to me, big props to Virtuos for a fantastic job, from what I understand, it was a Herculean task and I'm glad I now have the opportunity to experience this Masterpiece. I've loved the Switch since the minute I bought it 5+ years ago, it is by far my favorite console of all time. Getting some of these older games ported over that I never had a chance to play is just icing on the cake of probably the greatest all-around console of all time. Looking forward to the future of Nintendo, although the present pretty awesome! Game on, gamers. Expand
  6. Oct 31, 2022
    10
    Changing my score from a 9 to a 10 after sitting down and getting through my 3rd playthrough and seeing the true ending.

    This game was just incredible. I've never experienced anything like this for a finale and am so glad i continued on after I thought I saw most of everything on my first 2 endings. I sorta thought the 3rd ending was a short epilogue and nearly skipped it. Its
    Changing my score from a 9 to a 10 after sitting down and getting through my 3rd playthrough and seeing the true ending.

    This game was just incredible. I've never experienced anything like this for a finale and am so glad i continued on after I thought I saw most of everything on my first 2 endings. I sorta thought the 3rd ending was a short epilogue and nearly skipped it.

    Its definitely not an epilogue but a continuation to what the story actually is, you're not even half way through if you just got 2 endings.

    The combination of game play mechanics, story, well written characters and customization that is available to play how you like is just amazing.

    That ending though, the lead up, the final battles toward that, i just didn't see any of that coming and never would I have imagined the delivery to be like that.

    I got goosebumps and cried.

    One of those experiences that will definitely stick with me forever.
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  7. Oct 13, 2022
    10
    Um dos meus jogos favoritos de todos os tempos e agora podendo jogar aonde quiser e a qualquer hora. O port segue sendo um dos mais bem feitos pro Híbrido da Nintendo. Quem não jogou o game em outra plataforma vale a pena experimentar no Switch. No modo portátil dispensa comentários
  8. Oct 8, 2022
    10
    Almost exactly how it is on every other console...which is pretty insane for a handheld console.
  9. Oct 8, 2022
    10
    Amazing port of an amazing game! Runs excellently. Amazing Soundtrack and Gameplay, Fantastic Story amazing characters and boss fights!
    Platinum Games, Square Enix and Virtuos have done an excellent job porting this amazing game to switch
  10. Oct 11, 2022
    10
    A beautiful game. In docked mode it beats the ps4 and xbox one since it has 1080p. It looks great and it has a great gameplay. Recomended.
  11. Oct 9, 2022
    10
    Прекрасный порт великой игры, который казался чем-то невозможным. Проделана невероятная работа, в портативном режиме игра выглядит великолепно и мыльных текстур практически незаметно. Игра работает ровно, без заметных просадок. Играйте и наслаждайтесь прекрасной историей!Прекрасный порт великой игры, который казался чем-то невозможным. Проделана невероятная работа, в портативном режиме игра выглядит великолепно и мыльных текстур практически незаметно. Игра работает ровно, без заметных просадок. Играйте и наслаждайтесь прекрасной историей!
  12. Nov 27, 2022
    10
    One of the BEST JRPG TO EXIST FINALLY ON THE SWITCH AND THE PORT IS GOOD AT THAT
  13. Oct 17, 2022
    10
    Un port excelente port que no tiene nada que envidiarle a las versiones de otras plataformas, corre a unos muy estables 30 fps/720p en portátil y en dock a 1080p, La historia es una verdadera odisea sin embargo los juegos de Nier no son para todo el mundo, tiene varios finales (solo 4 son de historias los demás son finales troll) pero el ritmo del juego es lento en comparación a otrosUn port excelente port que no tiene nada que envidiarle a las versiones de otras plataformas, corre a unos muy estables 30 fps/720p en portátil y en dock a 1080p, La historia es una verdadera odisea sin embargo los juegos de Nier no son para todo el mundo, tiene varios finales (solo 4 son de historias los demás son finales troll) pero el ritmo del juego es lento en comparación a otros juegos de su género, su sistema de combate es espectacular ya que viene de la mano de platinum games y bebe directamente de Bayonetta al tener mecánicas muy similares. 100% recomendado y si jugaste antes a su precuela de Nier Replicant mucho mejor debido a que la historia te hará más sentido y te llegará más Expand
  14. Oct 8, 2022
    10
    Great port, i dont see a reason not to vote 10. One if the greatest games of all time. Something new is always happening, it never gets boring.
  15. Oct 7, 2022
    10
    Un hermoso juego de los mejores de 2017 que hacía falta en la consola híbrida, tiene una etapa estable de 30 fps a 1080p en tv y 720p en dock. De los mejores ports que hay en Nintendo Switch, esta ahí para disfrutarlo.
    La gente va a criticarlo pero los que hablan en mal son los que no disfrutan
  16. Oct 8, 2022
    10
    i played this masterpiece on the PS4 before, but when i played this switch port i enjoyed the game even more, they really managed to create the impossible port and they managed to make it a perfect one, so it's a 10 out of 10 for me.
  17. Oct 7, 2022
    10
    Wonderful game, and a wonderful Port. They really did it again with Nier on the Switch. Played the PS4 a couple years back and loved what i played but i am loving this more. Great story, great graphics and great gameplay. If you love action/RPG's or love Pantinum Games.....you will love Nier Automata on the Switch.
  18. Oct 9, 2022
    10
    This is an art. Story-soundtrack-art style-game play-game menu-dialogue choice, everything is connected with each other. This game's story can't be easily adapted or as-is copied by movie or show. Just like people can't copy masterpiece arts.
  19. Oct 7, 2022
    10
    Excelente port a 30 fps super estables, se ve increiblemente bien , tiene todo el contenido de las versiones anteriores y unos pocos añadidos.. Debes pensar que esto es una switch y es una tabletita, muy alejada de lo enorme y pobremente diseñada que puede ser una Play. No hagas caso a los comentarios negativos en rojo son solo piperos que no tienen a nada que jugar. En fin, a disfrutar!
  20. Oct 8, 2022
    10
    A very great port of a very amazing game! Nier Automata is one of the best games to release from last gen. Amazing music, great gameplay, superb characters and story! It's one of the better 3rd party switch ports and titles in general. A must buy for people who never experienced the game before!
  21. Oct 8, 2022
    10
    El mejor port a nintendo switch!!
    Platinum games lo ha vuelto a hacer al nível de lo que hizo con astral chain!!
    Super recomendado si nunca lo has jugado anteriormente como fue en mi ocasión!
  22. Feb 2, 2023
    10
    One of the greatest games story wise I've ever played. Gameplay is always changing up and leaving you surprised. Late to the game with the Switch version but so glad I got to experience this. Glory to Mankind.
  23. Oct 8, 2022
    10
    The best port ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  24. Oct 15, 2022
    10
    Despite the system limitations of the Switch, it doesn't have the graphical and performance issues that I was so concerned that it might have. I already had this for the PC and the PS4 but, I wanted one I could just play in bed or travel with. I would highly recommend this as it by far one of the best games ever. It's not an overstatement to say it's a masterpiece with the music (awesome)Despite the system limitations of the Switch, it doesn't have the graphical and performance issues that I was so concerned that it might have. I already had this for the PC and the PS4 but, I wanted one I could just play in bed or travel with. I would highly recommend this as it by far one of the best games ever. It's not an overstatement to say it's a masterpiece with the music (awesome) to the story, it's definitely worth it. Expand
  25. Nov 1, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un milagro tecnico, lo disfrute enormemente epc y lo vuelvo a disfrutar igual en switch. Expand
  26. Oct 7, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece.
    De los mejores juegos que existen.
    Platinum Games son dioses.
    Los que haceis review bombing me podeis comer la po***
  27. Oct 7, 2022
    10
    MANNNNN... stop listening to these lames. Best game on the switch since Zelda hands down. 10/10
  28. Oct 8, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Unforgettable feelings that made me reconsider my life structure (i got myself more time sitting home) Expand
  29. Oct 8, 2022
    10
    Vary Good Port ! Good Graphics ! So Cool gameplay with This Controllers I Love It !
  30. Oct 11, 2022
    10
    Loved the game and especially the music. Probably the best nintendo switch game 2022 so far, waiting for bayonetta 3!
Metascore
89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 34 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 34
  2. Negative: 0 out of 34
  1. Nov 6, 2022
    90
    Even the weakest version of Nier: Automata is an unforgettable, mindblowing experience you absolutely shouldn’t miss. Play it on one of the other platforms, if you can, as the 30 FPS lock makes the extremely dynamic action feel a bit sluggish, but if you play exclusively on Switch, you’re getting a well-made port of one of the best and unique games the last console generation had to offer.
  2. Nov 4, 2022
    90
    NieR: Automata holds a special place in my heart. It introduced me to so many new experiences while simultaneously tapping into my nostalgia for how games made me feel. It’s one of the few games where I sat on the floor, controller in hand, staring up at the TV as if I were playing Final Fantasy VII for the first time again. NieR: Automata is the kind of game with a strange magical power that’ll warp you back to your favorite childhood game, then imprint itself upon your memory so that whenever you see a metal trash can, you’ll swear you heard it say, “this cannot continue.”
  3. Oct 23, 2022
    80
    It's a good port for a fantastic game - people who have played it might not be tempted to double dip in the Switch version, but first-timers with only the Nintendo Switch at their disposal will find this port highly enjoyable.