There are More Side Activities to Engage In
This could be a boon or a detriment to the game, depending on how you feel about side activities, but there’s more to do in Replicant aside from just the main story quests.
While they are completely optional, Replicant features a whole farming and flower cultivating mini-game you can check out, as well as a fishing mini-game that’s required for one of the longest side quest chains in the game. It’s worth noting that both fishing and farming can be very slow and time-consuming, so it might not be everyone’s cup of tea, but they certainly do help to contribute to the overall chill vibe of Replicant.
Unlike Automata, where it can feel like you’re always rushing off somewhere to accomplish a very important mission, Replicant feels a little slower-paced and even encourages you to slow down and smell the roses every once in a while. You can still speed through the missions if you just want more of the story, but that side stuff is always there for you.
