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[Sumio Mondo]

Is the one you've linked the 3+1 edition?

It's the "Early Benefit" edition with the extra CD, so yes it is, same version I'm pre-ordering. I was under the impression though that this edition was 3CDs and regular was just 2CDs? I guess I was wrong about that? So confusing...

 

[LotusHD]

Too much goodness for one day! Where to start?!

Flip a coin.

 

[Coda]

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Finally got to the final Emil secret boss battle, holy shit is this hard.

 

[BRSxIgnition]

Yea It's the 3 disc set as noted in the bottom of the product description. Had to do like 5 double takes when they sent me a mail that an updated version of a product i ordered became avilable lol.

It says 3 discs, does it mention the extra disc in the description somewhere? (Sorry, I want to get it right just as much as you do, hahaha!)

 

[DKL]

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Finally got to the final Emil secret boss battle, holy shit is this hard.

I gotta be sure to do this for the PC version since I decided to

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delete my file

in the end lol

 

[JayEH]

So how do I conclude the side quest involving the wise machines? I talked to all 3 of them. Then they

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committed suicide

, but I don't see anything in the quest log.

 

[Coda]

So how do I conclude the side quest involving the wise machines? I talked to all 3 of them. Then they

Spoiler

committed suicide

, but I don't see anything in the quest log.

Pretty sure this is a just troll/gag by Taro Yoko haha,

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maybe one day we'll be able to go into those doors and unveil the true secrets of Nier Automata.

 

[Hektor]

It says 3 discs, does it mention the extra disc in the description somewhere? (Sorry, I want to get it right just as much as you do, hahaha!)

Like Mondo said, it's mentioning this if you run it through google translator

【With early purchase benefits】 NieR: Automata Original Soundtrack (NieR: Automata Original Soundtrack Bonus CD)

It's the one i preordered as well

 

[BRSxIgnition]

It's the one i preordered as well

Cool, thanks a ton - I'll probably get it, they deserve it.

 

[KO Traveling Hobo]

So how do I conclude the side quest involving the wise machines? I talked to all 3 of them. Then they

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committed suicide

, but I don't see anything in the quest log.

No clue. I tried so many times with different approaches, but they all end the same. Eventually I gave up because

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I couldn't watch him give in to despair anymore ;_;

Pretty sure this is a just troll/gag by Taro Yoko haha,

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maybe one day we'll be able to go into those doors and unveil the true secrets of Nier Automata.

You're thinking of the Apologetic Machines. The Wise Machine

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shows up in three places in the post-cratered City Ruins, and is marked as a questgiver.

 

[JayEH]

No clue. I tried so many times with different approaches, but they all end the same. Eventually I gave up because

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I couldn't watch him give in to despair anymore ;_;

Do you if it count towards the side quest completion rate?

 

[FinaruDensetsu]

Why did the OT tell me not to expect too much?? I didn't expect enough!

 

[Coda]

You're thinking of the Apologetic Machines. The Wise Machine

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shows up in three places in the post-cratered City Ruins, and is marked as a questgiver.

Ahh right! Thanks for clarifying.

 

[KO Traveling Hobo]

Do you if it count towards the side quest completion rate?

I'm not sure, to be honest.

 

[FrankWza]

Got my bb copy nice and early. About to fire up. Switched the insert right away. Anyone else get 2 codes in their case? Whats the deal with this big ass patch? Is it automatically optimized for pro? I dont see anything in the menu yet.

 

[bnx]

Got my Black Box Edition!

 

[Coda]

Got my bb copy nice and early. About to fire up. Switched the insert right away. Anyone else get 2 codes in their case? Whats the deal with this big ass patch? Is it automatically optimized for pro? I dont see anything in the menu yet.

It's automatically optimized with the Pro. Just expect some stuttering issues when moving to new parts of the world. It's nothing too bad though.

 

[ParityBit]

Whelp, the good reviews are pushing me towards getting this game for my PC. I hope it is a good port.

 

[Marmaladefire]

The mail comes super late by my house, so even though I'm free tomorrow I won't be playing until probably 6 or 7 PM with is pretty deflating.

 

[freeofgreed]

Got my bb copy nice and early. About to fire up. Switched the insert right away. Anyone else get 2 codes in their case? Whats the deal with this big ass patch? Is it automatically optimized for pro? I dont see anything in the menu yet.

Can you post a pic of the reversable cover?

 

[DKL]

Whelp, the good reviews are pushing me towards getting this game for my PC. I hope it is a good port.

I'm just gonna have faith that my PC can bulldog the specs and overcome any potential issues.

I remember everyone having a miserable time with the Telltale Batman, but my computer ran that thing at a locked 60FPS lol

But yes, I can't wait to kill mobs with a consistent framerate.

Greenman gaming has the thing for like $50, so I just went in.

 

[all of my hate]

Why did the OT tell me not to expect too much?? I didn't expect enough!

^

Something we should know? Is it worth the $60?

 

[BRSxIgnition]

^

Something we should know? Is it worth the $60?

All is explained in the OP FAQ.

 

[Jiraiza]

^

Something we should know? Is it worth the $60?

Are you really asking this in the OT?

For what it's worth, I have it valued at $180 for being a triple dipper.

 

[DKL]

^

Something we should know? Is it worth the $60?

I value the game at $120 since I played the HK version and preordered the PC version just now :v

 

[FrankWza]

It's automatically optimized with the Pro. Just expect some stuttering issues when moving to new parts of the world. It's nothing too bad though.

Ok thanks.

Can you post a pic of the reversable cover?

I dont know how but front is in op. I think its the japanese boxart. Maybe someone can post back for you?

 

[dreamfall]

Our ten day PC wait is going to be rough! Thankful it's even coming so soon!

 

[ParityBit]

Our ten day PC wait is going to be rough! Thankful it's even coming so soon!

I am hanging out in The Witcher 3 while I wait. Still lots more left in that!

 

[Glass Rebel]

I'm watching those Clemp videos in anticipation because I've never played DD1 and DD2 and I'm in stitches.

 

[all of my hate]

Are you really asking this in the OT?

For what it's worth, I have it valued at $180 for being a triple dipper.

Thanks for answer my question, I guess?

I value the game at $120 since I played the HK version and preordered the PC version just now :v

Cool. The demo made me pre-order this.

All is explained in the OP FAQ.

Awesome, I'll take a look at it.

 

[More_Badass]

I saw some talk in the thread about multiple playthroughs. Do you mean like a new game plus with some new stuff/new gear to unlock, or are there new missions and locations, etc.?

Oh, and I've recently got into manga and anime, specifically Blame, Biomega, and Parasyte. Are the more anime aspects here similar to those?

 

[BRSxIgnition]

I saw some talk in the thread about multiple playthroughs. Do you mean like a new game plus with some new stuff/new gear to unlock, or are there new missions and locations, etc.?

Different routes play differently, some are parallel, some are sequels to previous events, but all of them add new mechanics, quests, reveals, story, and events.

 

[Hektor]

I saw some talk in the thread about multiple playthroughs. Do you mean like a new game plus with some new stuff/new gear to unlock, or are there new missions and locations, etc.?

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It's entirely new story missions as well as sidequests and gameplay features. It's more like three different story campaigns you play one after another

 

[chefbags]

Amazon delivered it early and I got it today! Fuck yes lol now it's time to manage when I play horizon and when I play nier lol.

 

[Sumio Mondo]

I saw some talk in the thread about multiple playthroughs. Do you mean like a new game plus with some new stuff/new gear to unlock, or are there new missions and locations, etc.?

Oh, and I've recently got into manga and anime, specifically Blame, Biomega, and Parasyte. Are the more anime aspects here similar to those?

There is unfortunately no games like Blame.
I suppose it is kind of similar to Parasyte in the humour/disturbing aspect but really Yoko Taro's writing is really his own. If you enjoy dark and weird manga like those, you should enjoy his works no problem.

 

[theangrypirate]

Holy shit!

Amazon just delivered my copy of Nier! It's a full day early. Fuck Yeah! Definitely gonna bounce early from the office today.

Amazon delivered it early and I got it today! Fuck yes lol now it's time to manage when I play horizon and when I play nier lol.

Nice looks like I'm not the only one

 

[ParityBit]

Ugh, I keep getting NieR and Nioh mixed up. Why did they do this to me?

I am in the correct OT though

 

[ShinoguTakeruKoeru]

My Black Box Edition arrived today! I tweeted its arrival and a minor bout of madness-laced-laughter.

I also tweeted some unfortunate cosmetic damages that the box's internal holdings caused the various items. Shame. I hope other people's copies aren't this badly scuffed up.

 

[Hektor]

My Black Box Edition arrived today! I tweeted its arrival and a minor bout of madness-laced-laughter.

I also tweeted some unfortunate cosmetic damages that the box's internal holdings caused the various items. Shame. I hope other people's copies aren't this badly scuffed up.

Sorry to hear about that
Did the figurine got damaged? I'll be furios if that happens to mine considering the price

 

[ShinoguTakeruKoeru]

Sorry to hear about that
Did the figurine got damaged? I'll be furios if that happens to mine considering the price

The figurine inside the box seems to be fully intact, no damage. It's merely the box for the figurine that's been hurt.

 

[Radical Edward]

I currently like Zelda better, but I would recommend starting Nier since it probably won't take up as much of your time in order to get to the end.

(based on what I've played of Zelda so far, it seems like there's a lot to do and discover in that game in comparison to a normal playthrough of Nier to the true end... in fact, Nier keeps track of a percentage of completion, so you actually have a clear picture of what you need in order to actually see everything)

Zelda is like an hour and a half

 

[Luminaire]

Holy shit!

Amazon just delivered my copy of Nier! It's a full day early. Fuck Yeah! Definitely gonna bounce early from the office today.



Nice looks like I'm not the only one

Me too! Time to scream the entire drive home in excitement!

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45 minute drive home...

 

[shadow2810]

Too much goodness for one day! Where to start?!

Nier first.

I started playing Zelda since last Friday and I don't think I can start playing another game for another month or 2.

 

[VanillaCakeIsBurning]

Not technically a full review but it mirrors a lot of my thoughts.

.

 

[yo_soy_el_topo]

A celebratory GIF for the western release of Nier. Hurray!

On another note, Wire makes for an interesting tool for juggling and resetting combo strings. Definitely a must-have Pod Program for the combo-oriented folks around here.

Oh my. What does the pod actually do?

 

[theangrypirate]

Me too! Time to scream the entire drive home in excitement!

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45 minute drive home...

Nothing like getting a game a day early. Especially one I have been wanting for so long!

 

[kobe(beast)]

Just about done with Zero dawn. I will be on Yoko wild ride.

 

[N° 2048]

Finished Route

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C/A2's ending.

Christ, this game is something else. So fucking good.

 

[Norwegian_Imposter]

How long is the game?

 

[Jiraiza]

Oh my. What does the pod actually do?

If you mean the Wire program, then it shoots a wire to an enemy and pulls you towards them. It has no cooldown with some limitations.