The actual 3rd person fighting mechanics are pretty simplified (you can button mash attack and dodge and basically combo and live forever), but the combination of the two completely disparate styles works well, and creates a super compelling experience.Īs far as the story is concerned, this game is a masterpiece. It's SUPER Japanese and one of the wackiest gameplay type blends I've seen in a long while. You'll have top-down shooter style bullet hell, then you'll have 3rd person action combined with bullet hell, then you'll have straight up combo-driven 3rd person grinding action with RPG elements. Gameplay wise, it's a mix of 3rd person hack and slash action combined with "bullet hell" SHMUP. But if you want all caught up in 1 minute, check out this video voiced by the voice actress of 2B (don't worry, no real Nier Automata spoilers): What's important to know is that while there are 4 prequels before Nier Automata (Drakenguard 1-3 and Nier), you don't need to know their stories to really understand the story of Nier Automata. They are dark, they are deep, and they are truly mindf*ks. If not - Yoko's games are known to push the limits of video game storytelling. If you're familiar with Yoko Toro's work (Drakenguard, Nier), then you know what you're getting yourself into.
Now, to explain what this game is all about. Trust me, it's worth every penny, and you should buy it now: As far as I'm aware, this is the first time the game has been on sale since launch. Real talk - Nier Automata is awesome, and you should play it.