NieR: Automata
The original NieR was an overlooked cult classic that seemed unlikely to ever get a sequel. Luckily, that didn’t hold true, and Automata easily surpasses the original to become one of the best games of 2017 so far. The title is set in a post-apocalyptic Earth, putting you into the shoes of 2B, an android fighting for the survival of humanity.
NieR: Automata shines on two different levels, its fast and fluid combat system and dark, emotional story. Platinum Games helped to co-develop the title, adding their signature style to the game’s combat. Meanwhile, like the original, Automata features multiple endings that each reveal a different layer to the title’s story. There’s some truly shocking and heartbreaking moments to be had across the 50 hours the game runs.
NieR: Automata managed to beat all expectations, delivering on almost every aspect from combat to characters. It’s definitely a success story, and sure to pop up on a few people’s GOTY lists. You can see what we thought of the title here.
