NieR: Automata - Become as Gods Edition

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Universal acclaim- based on 821 Ratings

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  1. Xbox_Alive
    Jul 8, 2018
    9
    I won’t mind admitting that I was very jealous when NieR Automata released on the PS4 because it is a game that is right up my alley, and I was very tempted to buy a PS4 just for that game. There was a part of me though that hoped it would eventually release on the Xbox One and as you can imagine when I first learnt that it was making its way to the Xbox One I was very excited to say theI won’t mind admitting that I was very jealous when NieR Automata released on the PS4 because it is a game that is right up my alley, and I was very tempted to buy a PS4 just for that game. There was a part of me though that hoped it would eventually release on the Xbox One and as you can imagine when I first learnt that it was making its way to the Xbox One I was very excited to say the least, and I’m pleased to say that it was well worth the wait. Everything about this game oozes class and charm and to say I enjoyed my time with the game would be a massive understatement. I heard many good things about the game’s story and now I can see why because it’s breathtakingly brilliant from start to finish and the gameplay that accompanies the fantastic story is also flawless. The reason the gameplay is so flawless is because every little different mechanic and aspect adds a unique side to the game. You’ll be pleased to know then that the combat plays a big part in making the gameplay so addictive. Everything runs so smooth when you’re in combat and that means defeating the enemies you face always remains satisfying throughout your time with the game. This is a very good thing because in terms of content the game has a quite a lot for you to be getting on with. The content also doesn’t get boring either because there is variety dotted throughout the game’s fantastic world. In fact the content is that good that my only gripe with the game is that the fetch quests can be a little tedious from time to time, but this is only a small gripe and you can easily look past this. If you’re a fan of big and magnificent boss battles then you will no doubt be pleased with what NieR Automata has to offer. Each boss in the game actually felt like they mattered and the clever design of them meant that fighting them was not only rewarding but it was also very exciting as well. I have to also give a special mention to the presentation side of the game as well because it does enhance the gameplay quite a lot. I know everybody isn’t a fan of NieR’s style when it comes to the visual department, but for me I think it’s perfect and when both the visuals and sound design combine together you end up having even more of an immersive experience. At the end of the day even though NieR Automata came out last year on the PS4 I still think it deserves a special mention in regards to game of the year this year because quite frankly it’s fantastic. It’s not very often when a game gets everything right but it does here and in the end I can’t recommend this game to you enough.… Expand
  2. AwfulThings
    Jun 26, 2018
    10
    Square enix did it yet again. Nier: Automata is the single player hack and slash RPG every xbox gamer wanted to come to our platform, and it did.

    In a time where aliens invade earth with machine lieforms, the human race hangs by a thread on orbiting "bunkers". There are so many things that this games does perfectly that tons of other games attempted. Lets start with the constant POV    Square enix did it yet again. Nier: Automata is the single player hack and slash RPG every xbox gamer wanted to come to our platform, and it did.

    In a time where aliens invade earth with machine lieforms, the human race hangs by a thread on orbiting "bunkers". There are so many things that this games does perfectly that tons of other games attempted. Lets start with the constant POV changes. One minute you're in the standard 3rd person, next you're playing as a 2D sidescroller, usually finished with a top down sequence. The game blends the POV so well in a way that comes off as refreshing in the gaming world.

    The combat is fluid and satisfying. Every blow to an enemy feels significant and wonderful to do. Nier: Automata in a way reminds me of a faster paced Bloodborne. If you aren't evading enemy attacks you could instantly die to a combo in higher difficulties. (You'll die instantly from one hit on the hardest difficulty regardless). The boss battles always have your adrenaline running which is something I haven't personally felt since Cuphead.

    Story wise, the game is pretty straightforward and makes you question your morals and the cause you're fighting for around halfway through the game. Otherwise, the game is spectacular in every respective way. My only complaint is that there are a few questionable texture pop in times here and there. Nonetheless, Nier: Automata is the perfect game every Xbox player should own.    … Expand
  3. EdwardG
    Jul 2, 2020
    7
    Nier: Automata kept me hooked throughout its duration, but on reflection I kept playing waiting for something that never came. Although it touches on a number of philosophical themes and has a decent story, it's not as deep and it's nowhere near as mind-blowing as people make it out to be. There is an interesting narrative here, and there are emotional moments, but for some reason I wasNier: Automata kept me hooked throughout its duration, but on reflection I kept playing waiting for something that never came. Although it touches on a number of philosophical themes and has a decent story, it's not as deep and it's nowhere near as mind-blowing as people make it out to be. There is an interesting narrative here, and there are emotional moments, but for some reason I was expecting more, perhaps because of the near universal praise it gets.

    On the other hand, I loved the soundtrack - it's amazing, and fits the game perfectly. It really adds to the atmosphere which is already great due to the design of the abandoned city and other parts of the deserted Earth.

    The gameplay is pretty varied and changes between a few styles that are all quite fun. The hack and slash did wear a bit thin for me but there's enough customisation for you to keep it feeling fresh if you put the effort in.

    Overall, it is a beautiful game, and after getting the 5 main endings I can say it's worth playing. It's a creative and different title. I did like Nier in the end, but I just wish it had story beats I could have truly been surprised by and been in awe of.    … Expand
  4. brandonb7
    Oct 15, 2018
    8
    The game is fun, but to play over and over for the alternate endings is sort of a drag. If you like anime, definitely buy this game.
  5. JustABitAgroed
    Jul 23, 2021
    10
    The top negative review was literally an accident. What else is there to say? This is easily the best game I've ever played and almost certainly the best of all-time, and I imagine it will stay that way for a very long while. The game's sole issue is that the amount of things on screen makes it hard to see what's going on sometimes. Other than that, the story, characters, gameplay, music,The top negative review was literally an accident. What else is there to say? This is easily the best game I've ever played and almost certainly the best of all-time, and I imagine it will stay that way for a very long while. The game's sole issue is that the amount of things on screen makes it hard to see what's going on sometimes. Other than that, the story, characters, gameplay, music, graphics, performance (on console), is all perfect. If you haven't played NieR: Automata, what is truly wrong with you?… Expand
  6. hello_it_is_me
    Mar 16, 2021
    9
    best part of the game was the credits and i mean that in the nicest way possible
  7. angel4agredano
    Apr 3, 2020
    10
    This game is simply perfect, I love the history and the characters and the visual and the control. Everything is perfect.
  8. Nervuz
    May 1, 2021
    10
    Nier: Automata es un viaje como ninguno otro, desde su gameplay que te atrapa desde el segundo 1, hasta su ambientación y su soundtrack que te hará erizar la piel, su historia profunda que no para de hacerte dudar y pensar tanto en un concepto como la existencia. Sin duda alguna tarde en terminarlo, pero DIos, valio la pena cada maldito segundo, Yoko Taro es un maldito loco, pero es unNier: Automata es un viaje como ninguno otro, desde su gameplay que te atrapa desde el segundo 1, hasta su ambientación y su soundtrack que te hará erizar la piel, su historia profunda que no para de hacerte dudar y pensar tanto en un concepto como la existencia. Sin duda alguna tarde en terminarlo, pero DIos, valio la pena cada maldito segundo, Yoko Taro es un maldito loco, pero es un loco que sabe hacer buenas historias y buenos juegos.… Expand
  9. Mazillion
    Dec 6, 2021
    10
    This game is a masterpiece in literally every way. The combat never gets old and flows incredibly well, the soundtrack is one of the best I’ve ever heard in the games industry, and the story is extremely thought provoking and engaging. You come to care about the characters a lot as the story progresses, and none of them follow typical anime tropes, it’s even difficult to actually call thisThis game is a masterpiece in literally every way. The combat never gets old and flows incredibly well, the soundtrack is one of the best I’ve ever heard in the games industry, and the story is extremely thought provoking and engaging. You come to care about the characters a lot as the story progresses, and none of them follow typical anime tropes, it’s even difficult to actually call this game a jrpg with how different it is from the rest. For me the world never felt empty, and it was for a reason as large scale vistas were displayed in front of you. The only area I believe can be criticized is the lack of gameplay variety in side quests, however the side quests still add to the world, whether it be new weapons or adding to the lore of the world. This game definitely makes it into the top 10 games I’ve ever played, and even if you have the slightest inclination to buy and play it, absolutely do it because you will not be disappointed!… Expand
  10. RedSomeguy
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    Amazing, masterpiece, and the soundtrack is one of the best I have ever heard.
  11. ninjagaidenfan2
    Jul 26, 2018
    10
    This and Bloodborne are game of the generation. Cannot wait for NieR 3. a good 40 hours of content to explore.
  12. Mrqwerty
    Jun 28, 2018
    10
    Amazing game, graphics are first class on the Xbox one X (Digital Foundry have found this version to be the best console version). Great gameplay and story, 10/10.
  13. rubensmiranda
    Dec 12, 2018
    10
    Incredible game with a fabulous story. For the first time in a game the New Game + actually made sense.
  14. 22446688Bb
    Jul 10, 2019
    10
    THE PEOPLE RATING THIS GAME AT 0 HAVE NOT EVEN BEATEN THE FIRST LEVEL.
    They are upset that the game doesn't immediately start as a JRPG like Final Fantasy. That starts on the 2nd level. This game is criminally underplayed and absolutely deserves more recognition than it gets. The game had a great story, amazing hack and slash gameplay,
  15. nWoSkylite21
    Jan 15, 2019
    8
    Before I start, I would like to preface this by saying: a) I haven't played ANY game of this universe, and haven't heard or seen ANY spoilers to this game, and b) I started playing this game only knowing that Nier Automata is "one of the best game to have ever been created".

    Nier Automata is a great game, yes, but it is far from all-time classics. The main characters are memorable,    Before I start, I would like to preface this by saying: a) I haven't played ANY game of this universe, and haven't heard or seen ANY spoilers to this game, and b) I started playing this game only knowing that Nier Automata is "one of the best game to have ever been created".

    Nier Automata is a great game, yes, but it is far from all-time classics.

    The main characters are memorable, distinguishable, and most of them serve their purpose, but they'll hardly be used as a measuring stick to other main characters in future games.

    The plot is decent, I guess, and I've got to give the writers the credit, as sometimes when you just KNOW they are going take a bunny out of the hat, they manage to take a tiger instead. Yet when you know SOMETHING is going to happen, something really happens.

    Speaking of the plot itself, for me, the last third of the game left some sour taste in my mouth, not because of the outcome, but rather the feeling of missed masterplan opportunity. If you've finished the game already, you should understand me. It's is an example when a fan-theory actually makes more sense and has less plot-holes than what has actually happened according to the original source. Route C is just so kabuki-ish and too far-fetched.

    The open world is beautiful and picturesque, however graphics sometimes looks a bit dated.

    The gaming process itself is okay, however the navigation and camera are all over the place. These are two weakest points of the game, as for me.

    I wouldn't say that the gaming process is too repetitive and grindy. I mean, sometimes it is, but it serves its purpose and somewhat rewarding. So, no major complains here.

    The strongest point of the game is, without a shadow of a doubt, its score. One of the most beautiful gaming OST out there.

    All in all, Nier Automata is no ordinary RPGSlasher to kill some time, sooner or later you'll find yourself emotionally invested into the depth if its drama, however I can't guarantee that you'll end up gaining as much as you'd like to.

    Solid 8 for me, arguably 8.5.    … Expand
  16. TheReviewerCat
    Feb 8, 2019
    10
    Amazing graphics,amazing game

    A good hack n slash game i highly recommend it
  17. mattstang
    Jan 12, 2021
    10
    Absolutely amazing one of the best games ever made.With one of the best stories I have even seen in entertainment.
  18. TheBoiSardine
    Dec 1, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is absolutely stunning; from the visuals to the story. A game that makes you question many things and with various different endings. I would highly recommend this game for those who want to fill the void that a game like Dark souls has left in you. Do not search up ending e I recommend that you get the earn the the ending l, it is enough to make full grown man cry.… Expand
  19. paran0id
    Jan 17, 2021
    5
    A lot of potentials and a lot of lost/wasted potentials too. On my 1st run, I really couldn't lay my controller down, I was really fascinated by the story and the characters. I'm at my 2nd run as I'm wiring this review, there just slight differences, it just feels like pain and struggle, the motivation and fascination fall almost down to zero! My good advice: Just leave it by 1 run andA lot of potentials and a lot of lost/wasted potentials too. On my 1st run, I really couldn't lay my controller down, I was really fascinated by the story and the characters. I'm at my 2nd run as I'm wiring this review, there just slight differences, it just feels like pain and struggle, the motivation and fascination fall almost down to zero! My good advice: Just leave it by 1 run and watch the other endings on YouTube. Side quests are boring and not really worth it. I hope that the next Nier game has some improvements.… Expand
  20. Atarier
    May 11, 2021
    9
    Great game, high playability and inmersing history, the RPG elements are quite creative, a must play for fans!!!
  21. Rwmfilm85
    Sep 5, 2018
    10
    As someone with both an Xbox One and a PS4, I'm excited that Xbox One users get to experience this game. I do have to say, PS4 is killing it this generation when it comes to great exclusives and so I rarely use my Xbox One which I think is unfair in a way. Hopefully the next generation of consoles have close to equally great exclusives to reward buyers of each console.
  22. chromoman
    Jul 18, 2018
    10
    This is the best game I have ever played. Not because it has the best graphics, or it has the most open world - it doesn't. But it certainly has the best story. It's affecting, hugely affecting, and innovative beyond belief. If you want a standard RPG then this either won't be for you, or it will deliver something so far above that that you it will blow your mind and change the way youThis is the best game I have ever played. Not because it has the best graphics, or it has the most open world - it doesn't. But it certainly has the best story. It's affecting, hugely affecting, and innovative beyond belief. If you want a standard RPG then this either won't be for you, or it will deliver something so far above that that you it will blow your mind and change the way you view games forever. I guess my only concern is that I oversell it here and make my review seem too good to be true. Maybe. But for me it's a stone-cold 10.… Expand
  23. tecGoblin
    May 18, 2020
    6
    I just cannot accept a game without a save point for an hour into the game, forcing you to first replay the idiotic badly written initial story, and then play defensively (button mashing fire auto-locked on enemies) to preserve your lives until the first save point. Most people trying this through game pass will never get past this point.
    The camera view angle changes are gimmicky and    I just cannot accept a game without a save point for an hour into the game, forcing you to first replay the idiotic badly written initial story, and then play defensively (button mashing fire auto-locked on enemies) to preserve your lives until the first save point. Most people trying this through game pass will never get past this point.
    The camera view angle changes are gimmicky and force you to some atrocious top down battles. Xbox One X is underused, with bad textures, bad colour palette (black character against brown enemies on brown flour in the top down is almost impossible to see).
    A for originality, D for everything else.    … Expand
  24. B-Bog
    Jan 3, 2022
    0
    Are you f**king kidding me??? I die to the first boss within a matter of seconds because I don't immediately figure out how to dodge his attacks, and now I'm back in the f**king MAIN MENU and have to START THE WHOLE GAME OVER AGAIN??! Not even being able to skip the goddamn cutscenes?! Is this supposed to be some kind of dumb meta-joke?

    Your game can be as good as it wants, if you don't    Are you f**king kidding me??? I die to the first boss within a matter of seconds because I don't immediately figure out how to dodge his attacks, and now I'm back in the f**king MAIN MENU and have to START THE WHOLE GAME OVER AGAIN??! Not even being able to skip the goddamn cutscenes?! Is this supposed to be some kind of dumb meta-joke?

    Your game can be as good as it wants, if you don't have the basic common sense to put a checkpoint before a boss-fight in the BABY TUTORIAL MISSION where the player is just figuring out how to play your f**king game (which is also way more difficult than it needs to be, since your game is dogs**t at explaining stuff), I'm not interested in playing it. I don't have infinite time to spare on nonsense like this. F**k this s**t. Glad I didn't spend money on this but just downloaded it off Game Pass.    … Expand
  25. asmyshlyaev177
    Dec 26, 2018
    0
    No save until first boss killed and can't skip many intros. Need wait and pass easy parts again. Annoying.
  26. cableguy3333
    May 3, 2019
    1
    Totaly stitched up with this games high marks. It's basicaly a game from the 1980's with better graphics. First you can only save a game at end of each level but I only completed the first level which was very long and tedious. You are greeted with an old skool shoot em up that the graphics actually look like it was made in the 1980's, unlike games of the 80's you have no lives and have toTotaly stitched up with this games high marks. It's basicaly a game from the 1980's with better graphics. First you can only save a game at end of each level but I only completed the first level which was very long and tedious. You are greeted with an old skool shoot em up that the graphics actually look like it was made in the 1980's, unlike games of the 80's you have no lives and have to start over if you die ( although it's not exactly difficult ) which is painful as you then have to wait for it to load again ( not sure why it takes so long ) after that it puts you in a kind of table top view of your character fighting robots still not hard and after that a type of 2d platformer which is still not hard ( give me me super mario bros on the snes all day long over this please ) anyway inbetween the tedious combat of just holding down the trigger and pointing you then get plenty of running through sections with nothing happening ( yawn fest ). The only good thing about this game is the main character you play which is actually drawn nice. The game is technically 3d but nearly always plays as 2D apart from the boss fight which again was a tedius long drawn out affair. Sorry to anyone who likes this game but to me it was incredibly boring and rivals Fallout 76 for how bad it is. You would probably be better off watching a film than playing this, it's not really a game… Expand
  27. Fooberz
    Jun 30, 2018
    1
    I thought i was getting an RPG? I didnt, i got a ridiculously difficult twin-stick shooter. Dodging doesn't even work, the enemies still hit you. Typical JRPG crap. Waste of money.
  28. tdebug
    Mar 9, 2023
    0
    This is a game for jrpg and souls lovers. Complex with a very weird and limited saving system. There is literally no save option in the beginning of the game at all. What is it you wanted to achieve by this - to annoy players? Well, congrats, you did.
  29. Kharnivore2099
    Mar 24, 2021
    2
    This may be one of the worst games I have played in quite a while, it's an utterly tragic affair. It tries really hard to blend rpg, platforming and shmup elements into some cohesive story rich experience, which is comendable...but it simply stumbles and smashes it's face at every step.

    The "platforming" sections are marred by awful camera function and instill a massive sense of    This may be one of the worst games I have played in quite a while, it's an utterly tragic affair. It tries really hard to blend rpg, platforming and shmup elements into some cohesive story rich experience, which is comendable...but it simply stumbles and smashes it's face at every step.

    The "platforming" sections are marred by awful camera function and instill a massive sense of pointlessness. The exploration is a waste of time in the empty, boring world, which can take an age to traverse at times. The general combat is tedious and repetitive, with next to no satisfying payoff at any point. Shmup patterns and controls feel amateuring at best, leaving anyone with any experience in the genre bored to tears or laughing out of despair.

    The only redeeming factor is the soundtrack, which is just wonderful. It's just a sad fate for the composer, that their talent and hard work is forver attached to this sad excuse for a game. How anyone is giving this 5-6/10 is confusing enough, seeing the 10's on display is just outright hilarious. Quite telling that they often never say what is actually good about it and just call it a masterpiece.

    Avoid like the plague, or just watch a longplay and play anything else. You'll have served your time better in the long run.    … Expand
  30. DrZomboid
    Jan 25, 2022
    6
    Overhyped game.
    Music and B2 are great.
    Everything else is average or low scale.
    Story just OK.
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Metascore
90

Universal acclaim - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Aug 18, 2018
    90
    Excellent combat executed with stylish flair. A must have for action game fans. [Sept 2018, p.90]
  2. TheXboxHub
    Aug 17, 2018
    70
    Nier: Automata Become As Gods Edition has a very deep and thoughtful story, but it requires a lot of time before you get down to it.
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  3. Gaming Nexus
    Aug 1, 2018
    100
    XBox One owners have no excuse to miss out on this game. It is one of the best examples of video games as a medium of entertainment and needs to be played by every person possible. I cannot stress enough how important this game is, or how good it is.
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