NieR: Automata launched on March 17, 2017 for PC after debuting on PlayStation 4, later releasing on Xbox One as the Become as Gods Edition and on Nintendo Switch as The End of YoRHa Edition. It was developed by PlatinumGames and published by Square Enix. You play androids 2B, 9S, and A2 in a war against machine lifeforms on a ruined Earth, blending character action, bullet hell, and multi‑route storytelling with sharp music and strange, memorable side quests.
Game of the YoRHa Edition — what’s included
- Base game with DLC “3C3C1D119440927”
- Pod skins and cosmetic items
- In‑game accessories
Review
NieR:Automata works because it keeps changing the frame around its combat. Platinum’s inputs are crisp, pods add ranged control, and chip builds let you skew toward damage, sustain, or utility. The camera shifts through top‑down shooter and side‑scroll segments without feeling like a gimmick. Routes B and C recontextualize your first run and land some of the most effective late‑game beats of the past decade.
Quirks remain. The original PC port needed community fixes and the official patch cleaned most of it up, but ultrawide and frame limit tweaks still live outside the launcher. Combat can be breezy if you overlevel. Even then, the tone, soundtrack, and structure make it a standout.
Verdict: singular action RPG, still worth playing today.
PC System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit) | Windows 8.1/10 (64-bit) |
| CPU | Intel Core i3-2100 | Intel Core i5-4670 |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770 or AMD Radeon R9 270X | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 or AMD Radeon R9 380X |
| Storage | 50 GB available space | 50 GB available space |
