Summary
- Release Year: 2017
- Genres: Hack and slash/Beat ’em up, Role-playing game (RPG)
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4
- Developers: PlatinumGames
- Publishers: Square Enix
NieR: Automata: A Masterpiece of Storytelling, Combat, and World-Building
Released in 2017, NieR: Automata is a post-apocalyptic action role-playing game developed by PlatinumGames and published by Square Enix. The game tells the story of 2B, 9S, and A2, a trio of androids fighting to reclaim a machine-driven dystopia overrun by powerful machines.
NieR: Automata is a master class in storytelling, combat, and world-building. The game’s story is complex and thought-provoking, exploring themes of existentialism, identity, and the nature of humanity. The combat is fast-paced and fluid, with a wide variety of weapons and abilities to choose from. And the world is beautifully realized, with a haunting and atmospheric aesthetic.
Story
NieR: Automata takes place in a distant future where Earth has been invaded by machines from another world. The human race has been driven to the brink of extinction, and the few remaining survivors live in a secluded village on the Moon.
2B, 9S, and A2 are androids created by the humans to fight against the machines. 2B is a combat model, designed to be a ruthless killing machine. 9S is a scanner model, designed to gather intelligence on the machines. And A2 is a prototype model, with unknown origins and abilities.
The three androids are sent to Earth to investigate a signal that may be from the remnants of the human race. However, they soon discover that the machines have become more powerful than ever before. And as they fight their way through the hordes of machines, they begin to question their own existence and the nature of humanity.
Gameplay
NieR: Automata is an action role-playing game with a fast-paced and fluid combat system. Players can choose from a variety of weapons and abilities to customize their playstyle. The game also features a unique “auto-play” system, which allows players to automate certain combat actions.
In addition to combat, NieR: Automata also features a variety of exploration and puzzle-solving elements. Players can explore a vast and interconnected world, and discover hidden secrets and side quests. The game also features a number of challenging boss battles, which require players to use all of their skills and abilities to overcome.
World
NieR: Automata’s world is a haunting and atmospheric place. The game’s environments are beautifully realized, with a unique and memorable aesthetic. The game also features a haunting and atmospheric soundtrack, which perfectly complements the game’s visuals and story.
Themes
NieR: Automata explores a number of complex and thought-provoking themes, including existentialism, identity, and the nature of humanity. The game asks players to question their own existence and the choices they make. It also explores the nature of good and evil, and the consequences of war.
Reception
NieR: Automata was met with critical acclaim upon release. The game was praised for its story, combat, world, and themes. It was also a commercial success, selling over 5 million copies worldwide.
NieR: Automata is a masterpiece of storytelling, combat, and world-building. It is a must-play for fans of RPGs and action games alike.
10/10
Review Score
9.5/10
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