Nier: Automata Reviews
It's like it was made by a team of people with super short attention spans; they'd come up with a good idea, carry it half way, then get distracted by another
I have to say that Automata has really solid potential and that potential is painfully wasted. Automata has a beautiful universe, a melancholy air and a story full of secrets, waiting to be discovered. However, in terms of storytelling, Nier: Automata is only bearable in many ways. I expected a much better job from Yoko Taro and Platinum Games. I'm afraid I'm disappointed.
Review in Turkish | Read full review
There's no other JRPG like Nier: Automata out there. It blends all sorts of genres, although not flawlessly; it looks cool and has an awesome atmosphere, despite it being a tad rough around the edges; and its plot is simply an amazing piece of sad, thinking man's sci-fi storytelling, even though it disappoints quite a lot every now and then. Yoko Taro's newest creation isn't perfect… but this humble gamer is happy that it exists.
Equally fantastic and frustrating, NieR: Automata can be compelling and frantic one minute and then drag you down with annoying filler segments and a terrible open world the next. The good ultimately outweighs the bad, but I did wish a bit more was put into some elements.
Nier: Automata is a match made in heaven, blending the zany tragedy of Yoko Taro's storytelling with Platinum Games' high-energy gameplay. Unfortunately, the PC port suffers from performance problems.
There is no doubt that Nier Automata is a great game, but the PC version does not do it justice. A new case of shameless port for PC.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Nier: Automata is a very good game recommended to everyone. The combat system is outstanding and the story is well written.
Nier: Automata is a game I will absolutely never forget playing. It's wholly its own unique product, ripe with those brilliant, eccentric moments I've come to expect from Yoko Taro - the father of Drakengard - and Platinum Games, the storied developers behind Bayonetta, MadWorld, and a host of other fantastic action games. In the end, I'm glad to have spent so much time with a game that's so clearly the product of genuine passion, even if it didn't know when to roll the final credits.
While the story has many cool and interesting moments, the repetition and lack of depth make them hard to fully appreciate
A beautiful, melancholy action RPG that’s effortlessly stylish and utterly unpredictable.
NieR: Automata has far too much padding and would be better as a 20-hour experience instead of a 40 hour one. Despite all that, I can’t deny that there are parts of this game that simply have to be experienced. The music and the story are phenomenal; it’s just a shame the combat doesn’t live up to the highs I experienced elsewhere.
A sequel to cult classic Nier was a worrying prospect to some, however Platinum Games have done a brilliant job with this spiritual sequel. While it has some niggling issues, the combat is typically brilliant for Platinum, and the game excels in almost every other respect. A beautifully crafted, yet quirky world that demands multiple playthroughs.
There are annoyances, such as some unnecessary repetition, and it never really challenges as an ultimate gameplay experience, but these are more than made up for by the excellent presentation of fascinating story with intriguing and strongly-utilised themes.
It’s a game that strives to be a lot of things and delivers on most, while falling flat on a handful of others. It’s a super stylish action RPG with one of the most satisfying combat systems I’ve played on the PS4, and it largely accomplishes what it sets out to be. The shortcomings don’t ruin the game, but they do a consistent job of reminding you that they’re there, taking away from the overall experience at times. Ultimately, if you’re looking for flashy, fast paced fights and epic robot action in a beautifully designed world and atmosphere, NieR: Automata is a must play.
NieR: Automata's engaging narrative, blending of gameplay genres and fantastic soundtrack are what make it special. Though somewhat hampered by simple yet slick combat, and level design that fails to fully realize its sci-fi dystopia setting, it is still a game that is absolutely worth your time.
Super smooth and innovative combat merges with incredibly unorthodox game design for a must-play PS4 entry.
Automata may not be for everyone, but if you're ready to dive deep in it, you might just find something really worth the effort after all.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
A truly brave experiment in game design, which overcomes its erratic elements and occasional repetition with a remarkable piece of storytelling.
'NieR: Automata' surprised us as a smart action RPG with a philosophical heart that continually reinvents itself.
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 you prod at it. If you’re willing to commit, though, you’ll be rewarded.