Description:
NieR: Automata – BECOME AS GODS Edition
Genre: Action RPG / Hack-and-Slash
Developer: PlatinumGames
Publisher: Square Enix
Release Year: 2017 (original), 2022 (BECOME AS GODS Edition for Switch)
Platforms: Originally PS4, Xbox One, PC; Switch (BECOME AS GODS Edition)
Description:
NieR: Automata is a critically acclaimed action RPG that blends fast-paced combat, deep storytelling, and philosophical themes. Players take on the role of androids 2B, 9S, and A2, members of an elite force battling to reclaim Earth from invading alien machines.
The game is known for its dynamic combat system, which mixes hack-and-slash melee attacks with ranged weaponry and fluid dodging, as well as its multi-genre gameplay moments, including bullet-hell sequences and side-scrolling exploration.
The BECOME AS GODS Edition is a definitive version for the Nintendo Switch, featuring:
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The full base game
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All previously released DLC (costumes, weapons, and other extras)
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Performance optimizations for the Switch, including handheld mode
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Quality-of-life improvements, such as faster load times and smoother controls
Tone & Style:
Dark, melancholic, and emotionally charged — the game explores existential questions, consciousness, and the meaning of life, all wrapped in a post-apocalyptic sci-fi world. Its haunting soundtrack and stylized visuals amplify the sense of loneliness and beauty in its universe.
Why You Should Play It:
NieR: Automata stands out for its deep narrative, multiple endings, and memorable combat, offering both a cerebral and adrenaline-pumping experience. It’s a game that sticks with you long after you finish it.