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- Experience a rich, twisting storyline of a world plagued by human anguish, buried secrets and a ravaging disease
- Explore a beautiful, immersive world presented in signature Square Enix style
- Diverse and action-packed game play heightened by a combination of chain attacks and crushing magic abilities
- Multiple weapons to master, each with its own characteristics
- Unlock magic abilities to unleash crushing blows to enemies near and far Cinematic event scenes that draw the player into the world of NIER
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ASIN | B002BRYIJY |
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Release date | April 27, 2010 |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #9,946 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #61 in PlayStation 3 Games |
Product Dimensions | 6.73 x 5.45 x 0.57 inches; 1.6 ounces |
Type of item | Video Game |
Rated | Mature |
Item model number | 15782621 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Item Weight | 1.6 ounces |
Manufacturer | Square Enix |
Date First Available | May 31, 2009 |
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Nothing is as it seems in Square Enix's latest action adventure game, set in a crumbling world plagued by disease and dark, unrecognizable creatures. Players assume the role of the unyielding protagonist, NIER, resolute in his quest to discover a cure for his daughter, who is infected with the Black Scrawl virus. With powerful allies and a mysterious book, NIER encounters things that will confound even the mightiest of warriors. With NIER, experience seamless in-battle cinematics and explore hauntingly familiar lands, intense action-packed battles, and storytelling like only Square Enix can do.
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Nothing is as it seems in Square Enix's latest Action-RPG game, set in a crumbling world plagued by disease and dark, unrecognizable creatures. Players assume the role of the unyielding protagonist, NIER, resolute in his quest to discover a cure for his daughter, who is infected with the Black Scrawl virus. With powerful allies and a mysterious book, NIER encounters things that will confound even the mightiest of warriors.
With NIER, experience seamless in-battle cinematics and explore hauntingly familiar lands, intense action-packed battles, and storytelling like only Square Enix can do.
Features
The Next RPG from Square Enix: NIER, the newest franchise from RPG masters Square Enix, delivers unique and memorable characters, intense action-packed battles, explosive magic and storytelling like only Square Enix can.
Unbelievable Story Twists and Reveals: Immerse in an amazingly intricate storyline set in a world plagued by human anguish, buried secrets and a ravaging disease. With plot twists hiding around every corner, NIER's story needs to be seen to be believed.
RPG Gameplay Injected With Action-Packed Combat: Battle ferocious and mysterious enemies by combining proven RPG-style gameplay, such as magic, character development and faithful allies, with action-focused explosive swordplay and combat.
Powerful Magical Abilities: When his sword isn't enough, Nier can call on a remarkable array of stylish and powerful spells to augment his combat moves and overcome adversaries. As players progress, upgraded spells will help defeat ever-more-deadly enemies.
Brutal Combat Moves: Face off against evil creatures and unleash brutal combat moves along with devastating combo attacks. Unlock an arsenal of devastating weapons, each with its own design and attack style.
Formidable Allies: Travel with a dynamic party of allies and do battle against monstrous giants as a powerful and united party.
A Dynamic and Stunning World: Travel across an unforgettable world filled with dynamic landscapes featuring the hauntingly familiar remains of modern society.
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Jump into the title role of the unyielding Nier as he begins his desperate quest to discover a cure for his daughter, Yonah, who is stricken with the deadly Black Scrawl disease. Armed with powerful magic as well as mighty swords, Nier will battle alongside formidable allies against waves of dark enemies and giant bosses to discover the truth about the disease, his daughter...and himself.
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Customers like the gameplay, voice acting, and sound quality of the video game. They mention that it's an engaging story, with fun and addicting side quests. They also appreciate the incredibly powerful orchestral music. However, some customers are mixed on graphics, storyline, variety, and controls.
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Customers like the gameplay of the video game. They say it has an engaging story that pulls them into the game. Some mention that the side quests lack any real story. However, most praise the game as excellent and the best action-rpg they've ever played. They also appreciate the nice plot twists and story-heavy cinematics.
"...aren't as amazing as other Playstation 3 games, Nier is the best action-rpg I have ever played...." Read more
"...It jumps between RPG, action, story-heavy cinematics, third-person shooter (sort of), hack-n-slash, and even a horror section and a visual novel at..." Read more
"...off playing it and doubted buying it at first, but the story was so ambiguous and mysterious it makes you want to play more so you can find out what..." Read more
"...The magic adds an interesting twist with a bullet hell feel in an action game...." Read more
Customers like the voice acting in the game. They say the main characters are superb, hilarious, and touching. They also appreciate the fantastic dialogue and storytelling. Overall, customers say the game is enjoyable and refreshing.
"...while, largely because of the non-game parts - an engaging plot, great voice acting, and an amazing soundtrack...." Read more
"...and way different from any FF game I've played and the characters are seriously hilarious...." Read more
"...The characters are unique but basic. The main character is fairly developed. He's a father trying to save his daughter. He's also a mercenary...." Read more
"...The composed score in the game is marvelous and Square-Enix fans would be able to fit in and appreciate it.Gameplay: 9/10..." Read more
Customers find the sound quality of the video game software amazing, powerful, and among the best they've ever heard. They also appreciate the great ambience and vocal pieces.
"...The music is outstanding and perfectly fits with what's going on during the game...." Read more
"...It's a game with a phenomenal story, one of the best soundtracks I've ever heard, and constantly changing gameplay...." Read more
"...The music is phenomenal! There really aren't words that can describe how wonderful and majestic it truly is...." Read more
"NieR has an amazing story line and equally as great music...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the video game software. For example, they say it's good as new, excellent, and in like new condition. Some mention that the disk was flawless and the box was perfect. That said, most are satisfied with the product and find it to be very underrated.
"...Grimoire Weiss, the floating book, is humorous and comes off as extremely educated and snobby which interacts well with the brash and driven Nier...." Read more
"...Characters were complex and had decent development...." Read more
"...The game is new in its wrapper and the disc is clean and unscratched. Totally brand new...." Read more
"Came in earlier than expected and came in great quality and still wrapped in the plastic!..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the graphics of the video game. Some mention that they are beautiful and visually stunning, while others say that they're not the best on the PS3. Some customers also mention that the color scheme is bland and boring.
"...The grafics are beautiful and way different from any FF game I've played and the characters are seriously hilarious...." Read more
"...Although the graphics aren't as amazing as other Playstation 3 games, Nier is the best action-rpg I have ever played...." Read more
"...Great music, good gameplay, decent graphics and take a point away for the all text story telling.Characters 8/10..." Read more
"...the game is when you zoom in on the father sometimes, the graphics are extremely blurry. That's it. I love everything else about it...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the storyline. Some mention it's excellent, heart-wrenching, and gripping. However, others say that the story does not go anywhere, the sidequests lack any real story, and are boring.
"...There was this one particular song so sad and beautiful that it almost made me cry...." Read more
"...But here's where the problem begins. The side quests add little to nothing to the main story line...." Read more
"NieR has an amazing story line and equally as great music...." Read more
"...and the building structures in the game being very bland and have no details at all...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the variety of the video game. Some mention that there is a wide variety of weapons to select from, each with its own distinctive look. They also appreciate that the side scrollers are unique and add variety to the game. However, others say that the quests are pretty much kill this guy and I will reward you, repetitive, and require a bunch of drop items.
"...There are plenty of weapons and magic you can choose from and even downloadable content you can get from the playstation store that gives you access..." Read more
"...Speaking of repetitive, there are only a couple dungeons in the game...." Read more
"NieR is a game you really can't put into a category. It crosses so many different genres that it's basically impossible to explain to someone what..." Read more
"...the quests are all pretty much "kill this guy and I will reward you" or "fetch me this and I will reward you" I really just don't get what anyone..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the controls of the video game. Some mention that it works great and runs perfectly, while others say that the controls are lame and clunky.
"...The controls handled just fine for me, though I will openly admit that there were a few moments throughout the game when the camera was an enemy...." Read more
"...This is what really kills the game in my opinion. The controls are extremely clunky and non responsive, if the controls and movement were as fluid..." Read more
"...Overall I'd give this game a 5/10. It does one thing (soundtrack) very well but everything else is either mediocre or poor." Read more
"...I had to put the game down, however, because of the camera and play controls...." Read more
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The world of Nier is a dynamic world, meaning that things change based on time such as night and day. The plants that you grow depend on actual real-world time and enemies change depending on how sunny it is in game. Something unique about this game is the light and dark contrast. When you step into a patch of sun from the shadows, you will be momentarily blinded by how bright it is until your hero's eyes adjust. It does get kind of annoying at times, such as when you're riding a boar in the sun and you can't find an exit because it is darkened by the shadows. Nonetheless, I really like how creative Square-Enix got with this game.
If you're the type of gamer who likes to rush through things, don't buy this game. If you ignore all side quests you can probably finish this game in under 10 hours, I think you even get a trophy called Lightspeed Warrior for doing so. This game is more suited for players like myself, who like to take their time to unlock everything and finish all the quests. It took me 60 hours to completely finish the game and unlock all trophies. By finishing the game, I mean you have to play through the game 4 times. There are 4 different endings to Nier, and you have to play through the game 4 times if you want to unlock each ending. I know that sounds like a chore, but it really isn't because the game changes after your first playthrough. Enemy magic changes, the loading screen animation changes, and the story itself changes. Your first playthrough will be you killing shades to save your daughter. But on your second playthrough, you get to hear the story from the shades perspective and you begin to wonder if you're really the hero...or the villain.
In conclusion, this game is for action-rpg lovers who like to take their time to explore everything the game offers. And yes, this game offers much exploration of wide plains, a haunted manor, a robot factory, a desert civilization, and many more. The music is outstanding and perfectly fits with what's going on during the game. There was this one particular song so sad and beautiful that it almost made me cry. There are plenty of weapons and magic you can choose from and even downloadable content you can get from the playstation store that gives you access to new quests and weapons. If you love action-rpgs, Nier is a game you won't be disappointed with.
The music is phenomenal! There really aren't words that can describe how wonderful and majestic it truly is.
After listening to the Temple of the Ruins songs 800 times (literally) I looked up the trailer for the game. I figured it might be good. Instantly, there was this woman cursing and shouting and new music is introduced to me with the cinematics. By the end of the trailer BAM! It caught me Hook, Line and Sinker! (Kind of Ironic since there is fishing in the game ;) I didn't even bother with reading reviews at the time. It was on my list to buy for Xbox 360, which I barely play, but then I found out it was on PS3. Now I look for the right price and in 2 days of wanting it I have been sucked into all my favorite game worlds at once.
Nier in my opinion are all of the great Japanese titles that everyone I know loves. Shadow of the Colossus, Zelda, Monster Hunter, and a Mature Rated Final Fantasy VII/X. If you could have that wouldn't you want to play it too?
My only quam for the game is when you zoom in on the father sometimes, the graphics are extremely blurry. That's it. I love everything else about it. I started off playing it and doubted buying it at first, but the story was so ambiguous and mysterious it makes you want to play more so you can find out what's going on. Plus, with the music playing in the background it makes it hard not to turn it off. Unless you buy the soundtrack, which is definitely worth owning. The songs stand on there own without the game.
So, I recommend Nier to anyone who likes those games I listed in similarity. You most certainly will enjoy it!
NieR has two things going for it that hurt it. The story has a lot of character development in the beginning and most people will find it to be kinda slow and it can sadly make people who dont understand why its so nessacary put it down. About half way through the game this changes. By the end of the game you will be in tears.
The second thing is the combat which can be a bit repetitive. The magic adds an interesting twist with a bullet hell feel in an action game.
Regardless of these downfalls I refuse to give it any less than 5 stars simply for Yoko Taro's ability to tell a story and the music itself. If you're up for the original emotional rollercoaster before NieR Automata, then prepare your tear ducts because this game is just as good if not better at traumatizing full grown men.
I've left nearly the same review on NieR Replicant since they are almost exactly the same. The only difference in this version is that Nier himself is a middle aged man with Yonah being his daughter, and it's in English.
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The Cons:
From the graphic/visual standpoint NieR is really under par, sometimes it almost feels like a PS2 game; blend and uninteresting environment, clunky character animation, especially when you are jumping you feel like a dancing gorilla.
The fetch and reward sidequest are really getting on player's nerves; lots of quests are just the same thing with different description/destination. Most of them have minimal impact on main story and character development, but there are ones that are actually enjoyable, which will be detailed later on.
The Pro:
Memorable music: Most pieces will invoke a sense of sadness, and that is the what the game is trying to tell the player. Almost all of the track have vocals in them, and each one fits the setting perfectly. Few games can bring this many vocal tracks without distracting player from in game conversations/cutscenes.
Good voice acting and character portrayal: This is one of those Japanese games that actually got voice over done right in the English version (Like Metal Gear Solid series); character emotions are strongly presented, and they sounded like actual human beings, rather than someone reading from a script. Each character has a very memorable personality thanks to the good VO, and you will get to like each character equally no matter who they are (Kaine is just great, liked her the moment she appeared, Emil is very likeable in many ways).
Although you won't get tons of cutscenes in game (like Metal Gear Solid 4) for character building, there are still plenty of dialogues/monologue for you to really dive into the character's mindset; some happened naturally as you progressed through game, while others happened in side quests.
Side Quests:
Boring as they may be, side quests are strongly recommended for player to get the full NieR experience; the characters will often commenting on the nature of the quest, and sometimes they even make fun of the boring tasks. Sometimes you will hear characters lamenting on the concept of life and death from a simple fetch quest, other times you might get to see NPCs doing things they don't normally do. It is the little things that make a boring quest interesting, and make you to like the characters more.
Also much of the extras activities within the game are only accessible through side quest; want to ride a giant boar? finish a quest to do it. Want to grow vegetables in your backyard? there are quests for that. Like to fish for sport? you got a quest for that too. Those activities are completely optional, but doing so you will be rewarded with interesting dialogs as well as hours of fun (not to mention you can get more money by selling your own produce).
Some of the sidequests are very well sought-out; they are not one-off errands, some are related to events in the main game, and will often provide a bit more insight into the story. Some side quests are related to each other; there are quests that will offer closure to an earlier quest. It really shows the designers' attention to detail, and made those quests enjoyable.
The Combat:
It is a game that heavily references other games (you will see Zelda, Diablo, Resident Evil, J-Super Robot references, and much more), the typical combat involves Devil May Cry/God Of War/Dynasty Warrior type of hack and slash, and you get to use different kind of magic attack/buffs to combat increasingly powerful foes. The game has a level system like any RPG, stats matter to a certain point (like how many magic attack you can pull off, how much HP you got), but player skill still dictates the battle outcome.
There are plenty of weapons to be found, and none of them requires you to grind for a drop. Most weapons only shares visual differences, as their move sets are similar (for weapons of the same group like one-handed, two-handed, etc.). However collect all of the weapons does help you unlock the "true" ending of the game, so bear that in mind.
Magic abilities are useful, but not all of them are useful at any given time, so you have to switch them based on the current situation. As your 'MP' meter grows, you can charge up your magic attacks for a more devastating attack, which can be very useful against bosses.
The boss battles are pretty well balanced, as most battles have checkpoints in them, so if you failed after the checkpoint you don't have to start over (like Dark Souls series). The only con is finish the boss when is close to defeat, where a time-sensitive life gauge will appear on the boss' body, and you have to deplete it before the timer expires. In normal mode is usually not a problem, but in hard mode is often impossible to finish the boss in one sitting, meaning the boss will recover a small portion of its health, and you have to fight it again to delete the timer life gauge.
Replayability:
Like Drag-On Dragoon/Drakengard, NieR will feature multiple endings, along with the 'True Ending" that will bring the most shocking revelations and the most difficult choice you as a player will make (no spoiler here, but it is a really difficult and emotional decision for both the player and the protagonist).
The more you play, the more you will understand about the world and the background. The atmosphere will get progressively more depressing after each ending, and things are really not what they seems. Without further spoiler, you as the player have to experience the story on your own, and come to terms with the tragedy that is masterly planned in layers.
Overall Impression:
NieR is undeniably a cult classic that is hidden under poor graphics and repetitive game play, if you can look past them you will be rewarded with emotionally-driven story and memorable characters that you will actually care about. It really deserves the attentions like its successor, they are all masterpieces in their own right, and when the stories end you can still enjoy their beautiful soundtracks in the years to come.
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