Could look better, Doesn't explain itself too well, Rating (out of 10): 9, We played a retail copy of Nier: Automata, the game is available for the PS4 and PS4 Pro for Rs. 2,999 ($60 in the US) from March 7 and Rs. 1,999 ($60 in the US) on PC from March 1
Nier: Automata is a crazy, beautiful, and highly entertaining journey full of nutty ideas and awesome gameplay. It may not include the most sensical story or compelling characters, but its frenzied combat -- coupled with beautiful visuals and a stunning s...
Abstract: After a few stumbles with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Star Fox Zero, it seems joining up with Square Enix and the eccentric director Yoko Taro ( Nier, Drakengard series) has ignited a return to form for Platinum Games. Their visually stylish combat...
Unique blend of action, RPG, and shoot ‘em up mechanics, Thematically and philosophically interesting, Creative upgrade and unlock systems, Great soundtrack
Jack of many mechanics, master of none, Visuals become quite dull in sections
Yes. NieR: Automata caught us off guard with how much we enjoyed it and thought about it. Fans of smart philosophical stories, experimental genre-bending mechanics, and Japanese RPGs will all find a lot to like...
Abstract: It's satisfying to have a game lay its cards out on the table, although the more the game told me, the more confused I found myself. It's not that it's poorly presented — the game is wellwritten and smartly plotted, with intricate threads laying around t...
Abstract: If there was ever a game that didn't need a sequel it's Nier. The cult classic sci-fi fantasy fever dream by masked madman Yoko Taro did a lot to endear its niche but dedicated audience. Its peculiar blend of open-world adventure, hack-and-slash combat, a...
Published: 2017-03-06, Author: Sam , review by: gamesradar.com
An amazing, addictive soundtrack, Combat is smooth and awe-inspiring, The "true" ending is both powerful and brilliant, Masterful blend of hack-n-slash and shoot-em-up genres, Crazy customization options via the plug-in system
Plot threads don't always satisfy, RPG elements feel watered down
Satisfying combat, Inventive and surprising, Movement feels incredible, Brilliant soundtrack
Invisible walls, Camera can be annoying, Ugly in places
Despite some minor annoyances, NieR: Automata is brilliant. It strikes the balance between RPG and action game unlike anything else in the genre. It's a game you kind of have to meet halfway, with a story that gets more complex and interesting the more yo...
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Published: 2019-03-19, Author: Russell , review by: Gamingnexus.com
Abstract: When I first bought my PS4 last summer, I knew there were a few games I really wanted to check out, but I didn't want to overload myself (I have the tendency to buy games and never finish them). While NieR Automata was one of those games, I didn't actuall...
