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[@ACGreviews]

A good game but not without a lot of little sticking points and some drab environments. Still good www.patreon.com/AngryCentaurGaming

[@trndrd]

People thought B2's clothing was revealing. Nobody believed me when when I told them, that Kaine is literally fighting dressed only in underwear.

[@sliphstream4927]

A Yoko Taro game to play? Time to open my wallet, clear my schedule, and pick up some anti-depressant meds. Lets go!!!

[@decoraven825]

Whisky!

[@Explosive0Diahrea]

@@decoraven825 That's uh...an anti-anti-depressant mate.

[@decoraven825]

That’s why I said it

[@univrsalcalamity5429]

Yes cause popping pills is the thing to do.

[@longdirtytoenails1076]

@@decoraven825 weed>*

[@horizon92lee]

The ost for the Nier series is next level

[@anon7596]

Hell yeah

[@energy8025]

Nier is a very over-rated game. Everyone praised it, so I thought I couldn't go wrong buying it. But I was bored quickly and after I slogged through it I never played it again. There are way better games in the genre. I am baffled by the love this game gets.

[@maximiliansinigr3505]

@@energy8025 story-driven games are not your type then, or you have zero patience.

[@JasonPercyRoben]

@@energy8025 story telling is the key in these types of games. After all, you’re experiencing and living in a whole new world and lore. Be patient, all the thrown information at the beginning of the game would ruin the lovely experience. Believe me, it worths.

[@all4972]

@@energy8025 totally agree

[@Volker_A4]

If it's half the game Nier Automata was it's an instant buy for me.

[@NotCharAznable]

Better story IMO.

[@MindGamingMantis]

Nier Automata is half the game Nier was.

[@FKDotFitzgerald]

@@MindGamingMantis This is making me pretty hyped

[@HettyPatel]

@@MindGamingMantis I loved Nier Automata and if what you are saying is true OOOOHHH BOIII Im hyped!

[@RenoLGZ]

@@MindGamingMantis broooo the nostalgia

[@garion333]

Quite possibly the best soundtrack of all time. Glad it's getting some more love.

[@Walamonga1313]

Better than Final Fantasy 9's?

[@choodle9729]

@@Walamonga1313 Yes

[@Marsson90]

The new soundtrack doesn't click as much for me, yet. Gonna wait and see until I've played it.

[@Anothernotherstory]

I still think death strandings score is the best but this is still amazing

[@crozraven]

I actually listen to NieR OSTs a lot more than NieR Automata. Although this year, Cyberpunk 2077 OST still the best one this year for me, especially listening while driving LOL

[@ErikHuntoon]

I pre-ordered a couple days ago. Automata was one of the best gaming experiences I've ever had and I've been gaming for 5 decades now. Review seems very fair and nothing mentioned concerns me. Excellent review as always, sir!

[@lc3212]

I played the gestalt version that was released here. Yea the graphics were back, environments drab. Extremely bleak but it just pulled me in at the time. Even the boring sidequests. So glad they have given us an updated version. Since I loved the gestalt so I know I won't have an issue with this.

[@forastero54321]

Nice, we have an og here.

[@Walamonga1313]

The enemies look way more interesting in this game rather than just machines. It's mostly why I was looking forward to Replicant, as well as ofc the soundtrack

[@jhovanielperez4763]

I found the machines cool and interesting tho.

[@CtrlAItFU]

@@jhovanielperez4763 And that's fine.

[@Walamonga1313]

@@jhovanielperez4763 Yeah don't get me wrong, they were cool. It's just that they got repetitive faster

[@jhovanielperez4763]

@@Walamonga1313 yeeah I get what you are saying.

[@Blissey047]

@@Walamonga1313 14 hours in this games enemies r incredibly stale so far

[@choodle9729]

Reviewers try not to compare nier replicant to automata challenge (impossible)

[@cokenpizza]

I think the comparisons are valid though, at least on the visual/technological aspects. Replicant is 'technically' newer than Automata. Replicant could've looked better, and probably should have, but most of us will play it regardless.

[@D1ab0lical]

@@cokenpizza Not like Automata looks too much better. Automata looked very last gen at the time, if you looked past it's excellent lighting which pretty much acted as window dressing for it's low detail environments and textures.

[@justaddwater6644]

Well they are two games in a series. Their existence alone invites the comparison

[@Label07]

Why would you not compare a new title in a series to previous titles?

[@choodle9729]

@@Label07 Replicant is not the newer title, it came out in 2010 I think

[@GMaster7]

Karak - absolutely terrific review. Love how no-nonsense and concise you keep it - but with plenty of jokes and wonderful editing. Thanks for this.

[@souleatingpanda]

Music and story is what you should stay for in this masterpiece

[@TheBhappyboy1986]

@@DesenhoBoy why?

[@benjaminbeltran7004]

@@TheBhappyboy1986 Because games are interactive experiences, and story and music are not interactive. That's like eating food for their look and sound.

[@CraziBoi94]

@@DesenhoBoy it PLAYS fucking great.

[@TheBhappyboy1986]

@@benjaminbeltran7004 pretty sure Story can be interactive too in games

[@ironmaidenmetalgod]

We are already throwing that word around huh?

[@Rontor501]

just clicked on the video. without watching anything yet, im here to inform you that this game is really a gem that just needs to be experienced. if you've got a weekend to yourself, grab a blanket and some snacks, stay up late and just play. let the story drag you through depression once again and fill you with a sense of dread when finished, because lets be honest, thats what Yoko Taro was here to do many years ago. please buy this game. okay now i watch the video

[@purgatoriprytania5382]

Keiichi Okabe and Yoko Taro are both undeniable geniuses.

[@curtkieckbusch2262]

Was curious about the music. When you commented on it I let out a “yes!!” The music in automata is stellar!

[@richardbarnes4196]

I loved the OG Nier (picked it up after reading an LP thread in the SomethingAwful forums), so seeing it come around again like this is nice (and bewildering, since Yoko Taro got NO LOVE until Automata).

[@wrenegade2638]

Pretty sure that’s the reason it’s coming around again, the fanfare and success of Automata.

[@richardbarnes4196]

@@wrenegade2638 Oh, I know, but explaining that to the past me who beat and loved a 6/10 critically disparaged game, from a tiny studio soon to go out of business (Cavia), and believing that it would never get the mainstream respect it deserved would be a huge head trip.

[@03blaird]

The original neirs main issue was that the combat wasn't very good. Yoko realized this and asked platinum games (studio who made bayonetta, metal gear rising) to design the combat system for automata. It's a big part of what attracted people to the neir series for the first time.

[@samuraiwarrior87]

I would not say he got no love. Otherwise they would not have him still making games. It is more the fact that automata had great gameplay to go with the story. Which made got him more recongized.

[@sherrdreamz7232]

@@richardbarnes4196 I know if someone told me we would get a remake of Gestalt/Replicant in 2011 when the studio that made it "Cavia" was dying I couldn't possibly believe you.

[@Personal_Comp]

As always, one of the rare people I listen without skipping, keep it good!

[@rihan__6428]

Yes i have been waiting for your review and at last its here !!!

[@gawaniwhitecrow2731]

There are some games that as a father of five, you cannot possibly play on the main TV in the house. I'm still trying to explain the Unicorn in the witcher 3

[@Ashurman666]

IT's magic, you don't have to explain anything

[@belvaumana]

How can you even have the time to play videogames with 5 kids

[@gawaniwhitecrow2731]

@@belvaumana I own a wonderful tranq gun.

[@Revz8bit]

Its you're own fault for overly censoring them

[@fullmetalb5241]

@@Revz8bit cringe

[@bananasean5145]

Bought the ps3 version last year. It was a ruff step down from Nier Automata but the story and music were were worth it.

[@oslaf3323]

Good to hear your thoughts on this. I'll probably get it because I loved nier automata

[@lotusson]

Guess I'm not jaded enough because the graphics look fine to me.

[@lonecyborg4957]

Same, but I don't play games for graphics, I play for the experience. A game could have the most incredible graphics but if I don't care about the characters, the world, nor the story then it all feels meaningless to play.

[@jase276]

Ay, you still have your brain cells and aren't a sheep. People obsess about graphics way too much.

[@mrbank3453]

@@lonecyborg4957 modern AAA games in a nutshell

[@kyle.s6646]

It’s blasphemy to even suggest never getting replicant it has one of the best stories I’ve seen in a game with an amazing ost as well

[@Maikeru101]

Gameplay won’t be as good but the story is perfect and so is the music

[@JonNewgate]

100%, the sealed verses were fun to use in the original and that's it. Also seems to be that way as well for the remaster

[@RicochetForce]

Eh, the remixed music is also not as good as the original (despite Okabe also composing those remixes).

[@mdog86]

@@JonNewgate So stoked for this game, automata was one of my favorite games of all time. Was also my first foray into the nier universe so I can't wait to play it tomorrow.

[@sup3rAVATARtlafAN]

I never truly loved the gameplay in Automata, but the excellent world building, characters and story made me love it and wanted to complete it.

[@Silvercrow23]

You don't even fkn wait and see the review!

[@derrickgauthier3146]

Long time fan here, please keep up the great work. You are my go to spot for reviews.

[@ACGreviews]

Wow, thanks!

[@Zack0409]

My favorite thing about this game so far is Grimoire Weiss. What a great character with a great voice actor. I love him.

[@RaddChad]

This OST better win best soundtrack this year

[@lonecyborg4957]

Watch CyberTrash 2077 win best Soundtrack, you already know the awards are a bunch of bullshit.

[@XxT0kY0DrfTstYlExX]

@@lonecyborg4957 lol

[@Kingepticon]

You still care about award shows?

[@RaddChad]

@@Kingepticon normally I don't but for this case because I want this game to be put on the map and get more recognition? I do.

[@choodle9729]

@@Kingepticon I care for games I like getting awards cause it brings attention to them and causes more people to enjoy them. Kinda like when persona 5 got nominated for GOTY and a lot of people played it cause they hadn't heard of it

[@ClassicKrusty]

If ur wanna see the single player market flourish with even bigger budgets u gotta support em so yea def a buy if u can afford to game.

[@aeravan]

after spending some time with the remaster I had to say the combat changes alone make it worth getting for people who still own the original (like myself), as it makes the experience smoother and more enjoyable.

[@sodathejunker]

Came for the opinion, stayed for the quality and fun of your review style. Instant sub, definitely interested to see more of your reviews of past and future ones!

[@PacketWrangler]

Loved the original to pieces. I'm really hyped for this. Thanks for the review.

[@jordansingh6658]

My biggest worry was the gameplay. But I’m sure the music and story will compensate

[@Grimdawn95]

Gameplay is way more smooth than the original Nier. And even then the story and music compensated very well.

[@godofsin4604]

Original Nier gameplay was clunky as drakengard, but after playing a couple hours of this last night, the gameplay is almost as smooth as Automata

[@jordansingh6658]

@@godofsin4604 that’s awesome to hear! I’m wrapping up Persona 5 Royal soon...I think. Then I’m going to start this, already have it installed!

[@jordansingh6658]

@@godofsin4604 so I started Replicant and you’re right it feels right

[@RevanJJ]

Still not getting all notifications for about 2 months even though subbed and bell hit for at least two years. Thought I’d let you know. Great review. Put my mind at ease as I traded in a shitload of games to get this, lol.

[@BIG_PASTA]

Perfect timing as per usual. Thanks

[@PhantomBones101]

Considering I still listen to the soundtrack after all this time I can definitely say the difference is striking. And until I play the game I can't say for sure if the music is any better than the original.

[@FryCanon]

Great review! Im curious if the problems you mentioned carried over from the original. Remaining faithful to an original must be tough. Also this game is a 1.5 the square root is the 1.224744...

[@AxxmorbidfloristxxC]

I still remember the automata soundtrack and I haven’t played in good minute. I’m excited as all hell for this.

[@AxxmorbidfloristxxC]

Because metacritic is the objective metric to go by. The combat in Platinum games (the gameplay was re designed by one of the higher up devs at plat.) aren’t for everyone, but if you click with them, like vanquish or transformers devestation, they are unparalleled. Again though, I wouldn’t pass it off because of metacritic . Hopefully you tried them and came to that conclusion. I also realize you are just trying to get a reaction out of fan boys but in case you aren’t, just thought I would mention metacritic is not too great of a ratings system.

[@saintgeekSG]

@@AxxmorbidfloristxxC Don't bother dude, i saw him in almost EVERY nier related video that came out recently.

[@FryCanon]

This game is niche but its worth it. I know the anime girl in sexy pajamas can be a turn off but Yoko Taro's games are masterful when it comes to perspective. It makes any other game I've played feel like I played with horse blinders. Multiple playthroughs add to the narrative not just new game +. If you're like me, exhausted that the industry (in the west at least) seems like it can only deliver narrative through shooters. This game is a much needed break.

[@ZekeTrailblazer]

How is anime girl in sexy pajamas a turn off?

[@holydiver3000]

My favorite reviewer on the net. Thank you for your work!

[@G_Rad_Ski]

Definitely picking this up at some point.

[@VanillaSunrise56]

it's funny because while I loved Automata I thought "Man, this isn't as good as Nier Gestalt"

[@alpha34098]

Gestalt (which is the Xbox 360 version of Nier) was even worse than Replicant (which is the PS3 version of Nier)

[@VanillaSunrise56]

@@alpha34098 The 360 and PS3 versions were both Gestalt in the western release.

[@mute104]

@@alpha34098 They're literally the same game except that Gestalt has papa Nier instead of brother Nier. And honestly, I like papa Nier a lot better.

[@Exel3nce]

Yep, it was good but Not on replicant lvl

[@goosechaser13]

@@alpha34098 both are literally the same game story wise

[@trevonharris9556]

Excellent review. Buying this for the scantily clad blonde alone. Or should I wait for Returnal?

[@kingofthesharks]

Haven't played any Nier game but assuming I'd get more out of Automata if I start with this one, since it came first. Excited for the music most of all

[@TheCanadian911f]

You are in for a wild trip lol

[@1231231233922]

@@TheCanadian911f or a major disappointment

[@captainsoarineagle]

@@1231231233922 im curious as to why you say that? I was also thinking about getting into the series

[@Darkholow]

Been waiting for this one ever since I finished Automata since I never played the original. Cannot wait to play it in 2 days. Thanks for the review Karak!

[@random1237]

im excited cause i prefer the story of og nier to automata and now it has platinums combat too.

[@vetreas366]

It doesn't though. The combat system was overhauled and Taura did offer assistance, but the combat system was not made by Platinum so don't expect too much in that regard. It's going to be miles better than the original, but nowhere near Automata level.

[@random1237]

@@vetreas366 the automata team did help tho

[@kazamastylebatsurealmofbea6269]

@@vetreas366 automata combat is way better

[@mrtruman4339]

@@vetreas366 I just started playing Automata and the combat is pretty much the same. The main differences I've noticed are that in Replicant you can stop time to heal and you can parry.

[@yup873]

Awesome job as always thumbs up 😀👍

[@LE_NOMAD90]

Damn I missed the original but this looks like an awesome time. Hyped to grab it this weekend!

[@TheJoeJoe323]

I’m surprised you have a problem with Kaine’s outfit, especially since it sounds like you played the original. In my opinion, the whole point of the odd character designs in Yoko Taro games are because the characters are usually instead reflective of taboo or subversive themes that cause you to examine them beyond just their appearance.

[@MistaOceans]

Or because Taro is horny

[@mythicalsalmon3621]

"I just really like girls" - Yoko Taro

[@teemunnee]

"Give it a thumbs up if you liked the video or subscribe if you didn't." Sneaky sneaky, got a chuckle out of me

[@trevinsingh9390]

Pre order already, thx 4 the review!!!

[@Walamonga1313]

Damn I remember seeing you before, on Monster Hunter stuff lol

[@trevinsingh9390]

@@Walamonga1313 I have already logged more than 8000 hrs on MHW and Iceborne. Japanese games are legendary!!

[@Soundaholic92]

9:00 any version of Song of the Ancients just instantly reduces me to a puddle of emotions

[@heilonghuangdi3348]

I love Song of Ancients Fate. It's my favorite. I have the soundtrack for the original game and Automata and I'll have the soundtrack for this game too. I'm so ready to play this game.

[@rocketscientist14]

I never got to play the gestalt version so I’m super excited to go into this blind!

[@dustinmuller7309]

So as someone who has never played either but always had a huge interest should I get this one or automata?

[@darthku1408]

thanks man love the vids

[@tomswift3482]

I think the graphics in this game were an artistic style choice, as this prequel, like Automata, incorporates so many aspects of gaming history. The story is fantastic, and the music even better. Additionally, there are so many things which supply background for much of the character, and world, of Automata - the beliefs, style, and actions. I played the earlier father/daughter version and am looking forward to playing this. Good and fair review.

[@Tommymkll]

I'm just unsure weather to buy PC or console version? I have a decent PC but the last game wasn't great performance wise on the PC..

[@DaakkuuYRS]

Already got it today. I hope it will be fun.

[@surton91]

Are they gonna wait 4 years to patch this on pc too? =\

[@CMTechnica]

I keep forgetting this is coming out. You'd think I'd remember after how much I like Automata and Gestalt.

[@Mooncake22]

Sup ACG, will you reviee Returnal comming out this friday? Keep up the great work mate

[@Somniostatic]

the first Nier is my #1 game of all time. Better than Automata.

[@SamShowOnline]

I'm playing through Automata now on PC and love it. Looking forward to picking up this at a later time, probably when it goes on sale. Keep up the great reviews.

[@Xeire]

Imo sometimes games don't need heavy graphics if everywhere else of the game is great

[@benhillman8384]

Even handed review as ever -looks great. I actually can't believe the release date snuck up so quickly but I guess maybe this kind of reissue isn't such a big event for the company as it is for rabid fans.

[@alpha34098]

not by the Western gaming press, but in the Japanese one? this has been a constant. that's why you should check Gematsu all the time when it comes of gaming news as well as the typical IGN and Gamespot

[@CaptainAhabGetsHisRevenge]

Excellent review. Subbed.

[@imthedevilkys536]

This is a game that reviews dont matter. I'm buying it. Just here for the entertainment.

[@choodle9729]

Enjoy bro it's a masterpiece

[@melxb]

surprised they didn't try to port it to switch, i think it would have helped the visuals on the small screen

[@EclipseHighroller]

Barely scoots by with a buy? There is no barely about it, period. The only flaw you gave it was graphics, and you’ve given definite buys for worse. If you are playing this series for the graphics, the you are playing it wrong.

[@ACGreviews]

no

[@EclipseHighroller]

@@ACGreviews no? That it? No rebuttal or anything? It is a remaster, of course it’s graphics aren’t going to be best, no one that is playing this game is expecting great graphics. The Nier series is known for its story, music, and atmosphere. And it has that in absolute spades. Like I said, you’ve given a buy rating for games you yourself have given more scathing reviews to.

[@evanmiller4502]

@@ACGreviews I fucking laughed unnecessarily hard at this response. I Love this channel

[@kegmack]

Does this have the same composer as Automata for the OST? Music in that was soooo good, and the way you talked about Replicant's music makes me hopeful that it is.

[@somethingwitty3300]

They have the same composer. Some of this game's music was even used for automata's ost

[@RevanJJ]

If it’s half as good as NieR Automata, it’s still twice as good as most games, especially in creativity, music, and action. Yoko Taro Directs the best games. I love the genre/perspective shifts as well.

[@granthamlin8126]

For me, Nier was the better game. More memorable locations and characters, in my opinion.

[@jase276]

Try twice as good.

[@gabrielroxas854]

"Solid gameplay and story, but graphics aren't groundbreaking" I've played fire emblem three houses, nothing fazes me anymore

[@anthonyi784]

Lol

[@esardee]

Played the original. Can't wait for the music to enthrall me and take me along for the ride once again.

[@sebastianvonp1467]

"looks awesome BUT sorta sh*t!". great review. super excited for the additional contant.

[@vos7619]

Why is this being compared to Neir Automata...? This is a remaster of a game that came out in 2010...

[@alpha34098]

That's a big problem people tend to do: Comparing games rather than reviewing them by it's own merits. If people simply judge the games by their merits, the gaming industry would be different as Developers wouldn't be so focussed in topping their works all the time (critically and financially) and more into developing to their games to be unique or at least renown in the memory of gamers This is one of the reasons The Legend of Zelda games (not counting the CD-i games as they were never developed by Nintendo) are so successful. The games never intended to top over the Zeldas that came before in everything. Instead, they made the games to be well known years into the future with a very solid chronology to tie them to each other Another series is Persona, each game is made with the intention of topping each other and, as a result each is Unique in many with the only thing tying to each other is the core mechanics And there are so many examples of this philosophy out there. Of course most of them come from the Japanese Gaming Industry and also Indie Gaming Developers (with some exceptions from the Western and Asian Gaming Industry) which goes to show why the Japanese became the leaders (and in my point of view they still are)

[@vos7619]

@@alpha34098 Very well said. That was an informative read. I agree with you!

[@binglee8000]

Nice review mate hopefully we get a Drakengard remake one day

[@pbking442]

I fucking loved automata. Really want to play this so I can learn what lead to the automata world. Thats said I don't really think any remaster is worth $60. I'll pick it up used or on sale some place.

[@bunkflunk]

it’s not a full remaster, no spoilers, all I will say is they did add a decent amount of new content (specifically an entire new route/ending with ending E) and a new playable character :) it’s definitely closer to a remake in my books but they definitely didn’t commit to the full blown remake style that they could have

[@Minotaur-ey2lg]

Glad to hear the music is as good as Automata. That soundtrack was legendary.

[@mikokun7714]

Idk & idc who's better. ACG or Gameranx, but plzz never die you two are the Mario bro's of gaming reviews 🖤🖤

[@wrenegade2638]

Those opaque, asymmetrical, aspect-ratio bars during cutscenes are maddening.

[@TheCivildecay]

Haha yes that's such a strange design decision

[@wrenegade2638]

@@TheCivildecay I really cannot figure out the reasoning for it. It is very odd.

[@TheCivildecay]

@@wrenegade2638 those bars are usually added to make a scene more cinematic. But in this case it seems a bit half assed.

[@egoborder3203]

ACG: "Great music, some forgivable graphical shortcomings, and pissy books."

[@FuIIDiveVR]

The art style is beautiful

[@ln2435]

"the original was lauded for gameplay and story" Well.. it was definitely lauded for story.

[@ln2435]

@Shin Shaman I can't wait to not watch it

[@cletustrainer]

Title had me worried for a minute.

[@TakaChan569]

This is a buy if you have a pulse, the story,redone combat, and the mind blowing soundtrack make this a must play for anyone and everyone. I wonder will they do a patch for PS%/XboxSx.

[@CaptDiablo]

Loved automata and looks like I'm gonna love this one as well, has everything I'm looking for in a Nier game, thanks for the review!

[@denius1704]

10:19 I'd be interested to see the cosplays of that costume for sure.

[@PressContinue]

Would you recommend this game for people who don't care that much about the story, but about the challenge of the combat itself?

[@LennY-]

I definitely wouldn't recommend this if you don't care about the story that much. The gameplay is fine, but I heard the enemies feel spongy on higher difficulties. This game's main focus is the story, the characters and the soundtrack.

[@choodle9729]

no the best part of this game is the narrative and music

[@katsu7626]

If you're looking for challenging combat I'd recommend getting into games like dmc and bayonetta, nier's focus isnt on the combat but on the narrative

[@PressContinue]

@@LennY- Hmm that sucks. I was expecting that this game would have something akin to Automata's very hard mode, instead of just turning enemies into damage sponges.

[@jase276]

Isn't Automata's very hard mode just damage sponges? That being said, if you're looking for something like Automata's very hard more, then I'd imagine that Replicant's very hard mode will be just the same as they had Taura from Platinum guiding them. But, if you don't care about story, music, or characters and just want fast-paced action then you're better off with something like Nioh 2.

[@itsagabe]

It's almost R$300 around here. I'm very curious about this game, but that price kills it. All of the games I want that are gonna come out this year are indies, so I could buy them many times over with that money. The few high-budget releases I want cost R$200 at most (not that hyped for RE8). Not that the price for this will drop considerably cuz Square Enix, but I don't mind waiting a few years. Unless I win the lottery or something.

[@J--Dubs]

Final ACG verdict: "Barely scoots in at a BUY" "Gameplay is King, +story and world"

[@randomguy36j98]

Lol probably wants view

[@tremorchrist84]

Very excited for this...

[@Stalkingwolf]

thx. waited for this review to buy or wait. as always quality work. Edit : i bought it :-) Edit 2 : whats better? membership here for 4,99 or something ( maybe 4,50) on patreon? i want to support the channel.

[@NieR.Amanda]

Don't know what sort of capture methods are being used here, but honestly go look at some other streams of this game to see how it really looks on PS5, because this isn't it.

[@MshadowsenseoC]

I actually liked the gameplay from Nier more then that of Automata. I liked the fighting system and bosses more in Nier. Maybe im alone in this, but to me Automata wasn't as good in my opinion. Great review tho as always

[@Konuvis]

i didn't play this back when but I LOVED Automata so I'm definitely getting this. I don't see a PS5 version though, just PS4.

[@voxploxx]

Nier Automata OST is the best of the last gen. Never played the original Nier but hope it holds up

[@lonecyborg4957]

Nier Replicant has one of the best Soundtracks ever made in video games or in any media for that matter. Nier Automata even uses some OST's from Nier Replicant.

[@voxploxx]

@@lonecyborg4957 super happy to hear that. Can't wait to hop in!

[@CC42_]

Automata's music was so good. Never seen a game where the music elevated it so much as Automata.

[@Derek_The_Magnificent_Bastard]

Glad you mentioned its dire support for PC. As far as I know, they never fixed the full screen issue on Automata which is pathetic. Completely turned me off from buying anything from them again.

[@theobscured_one]

Got a Nier ad for a Nier video. Finally something that fits lol

[@tomaszkebecki7349]

What would u recomend , this or automata?

[@riteousrighthand6144]

i tried Nier, when it came out on PS3, and I dunno, it just didn't click with me. But, i wanted to complete this before I played Automata. I'm enjoying the game much more this time around.

[@snowflakw131]

Reading rainbow refrence. Nice.

[@FRANK45CASTLE]

Anyone know a steam preload time? Thanks for the review ACG

[@deaconoob]

It's a hard game to review I imagine. It's hard to stand up to the masterpiece that was automata and you can't look at an entry in a franchise without comparing it to the other games.

[@choodle9729]

automata came out after this game though

[@katsu7626]

This is a remake of the original nier tho automata came after