NIER

 Xbox 360
Metascore
67

Mixed or average reviews - based on 60 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 60
  2. Mixed: 39 out of 60
  3. Negative: 3 out of 60
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  1. XGN
    45
    Nier wants too much and therefore fails. The gameplay is not challenging, the graphics are below standard and there is no originality whatsoever. So, just don't buy this game.
  2. ActionTrip
    43
    The environments are practically lifeless, with poor textures and hardly any additional detail in the background, the characters are uninteresting, the narrative has been oversimplified and, finally, the hack'n'slash combat isn't different from the average generic console game we often see today.
  3. 1UP
    42
    I'm just not convinced that this grab bag of half-baked ideas and gratuitous filler makes for a great videogame. And I learned something about myself, as well: It takes a lot more than sassy books and hermaphrodites to keep my interest these days.

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#38 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2010
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#31 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2010

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User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 231 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 190 out of 231
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 231
  3. Negative: 24 out of 231
  1. Traeyu
    Mar 27, 2012
    10
    One of my favorite stories in video game history, I have never been impacted so strongly by a story before, this game has characters that youOne of my favorite stories in video game history, I have never been impacted so strongly by a story before, this game has characters that you can really bond to and care about unlike many games where you don't really care whether they die or not. The second time you play through the game it gives you such a different look on everything, I have never wanted to just let a boss kill me in a game before because I felt so bad about what I was doing. The sound is amazing in this game, if you take the time to listen to the soundtrack it is one of the best I have ever experienced in a game. In-game the songs can get a little repetitive but when actually listened to in full they are beautifully written. This game may not have the best graphics but I do think they fit the setting well. The gameplay is pretty good, I never really found myself mad about the controls or anything and the boss fights are generally pretty fun. Yes, the fishing part was stupid as hell but if you get past that one part you are good to go the rest of the game. The replayabilty is pretty high I would say, if you want to get the full story at least play it quick a second time, it will change you feeling about the entire game and you only have to play the second half again. Overall this is a great game and deserves a much better score than it has. Don't listen to the bad ratings when a lot of them gave up after an hour at the fishing part, if you give this gem a chance you will be thoroughly glad you did!… Full Review »
  2. thatsbrutal
    Aug 13, 2010
    8
    Nier is one of those games that really catch you off guard. when I first started playing this game I was thoroughly let down. the openingNier is one of those games that really catch you off guard. when I first started playing this game I was thoroughly let down. the opening sequence is, down right horrible. However, the game simply picks itself up and dusts itself off from this point on. overall the combat is simple but effective, the graphics are terrible, but it seems the game wouldn't look as nice with any other look. I know this doesn't really make sense, but it is the best way I can describe it. overall the story is pretty bland, but is certainly made up for with the amazingly unique characters. overall I would definitely recommend this game to anyone who is looking for something a little different from square enix's common formula.… Full Review »
  3. M9ki
    Jul 8, 2013
    7
    Omg was this game a drop dead Emotional game.Its sad that the company that made this game was shutdown sadly I could see amazing games fromOmg was this game a drop dead Emotional game.Its sad that the company that made this game was shutdown sadly I could see amazing games from them in Next gen if they where still around.This is a good game for Teen's and up.… Full Review »
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