Wait, you aren't going into the menu every time, are you?^^ There's a quick menu for items when pressing down, then just press Circle once. Takes half a second. But yeah, you'll get enough healing chips from enemies and sidequests.
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NieR: Automata |OT| "I wouldn't expect too much from this game if I were you."
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Snakethesniper
Member
My favorite song is this one : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1BYorTywFCk&index=32&list=PLLeyPMXAKUnx2czK62Kxu0EC9mPl_RSiU
that basically is a reprise from the first Nier
that basically is a reprise from the first Nier
I think https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQwHJZ835uA is my favorite, tough call. Might be considered spoilers.
Young Magus
Junior Member
Yo finished route B last night and
HOLY SHIT! THINGS ARE GONNA PICK UP ND SHITS GINNA GET REAL NOW HUH?
THE TRAILER FOR ROUTE C&D!!!
HOLY SHIT! THINGS ARE GONNA PICK UP ND SHITS GINNA GET REAL NOW HUH?
darkwing-buck
Member
I like playing
2B
9S
his hacking. Think of his hacks as bombs.
Of course, I noticed,
his hacking makes annoying enemies really easy to deal with, and it deals a fuckton of damage
its just kind of boring IMO. Feeling like rushing through B now to get to C, especially with how everyone says that the crazyness starts with C
I am also 100% sure we
play as that chick in the forest kingdom that you fight for 2mins, her combat style can't be more boring than hacking...
Learn to love the spear. Does so much damage.
Antiwhippy
the holder of the trombone
Yeah I really liked the hacking game too.
theangrypirate
Member
which spear is the best spear to upgrade?
hogendaz85
Member
Really really regret getting Horizon over this..I just played the demo and man it's so satisfying!!
Spear of the Usurper and Phoenix Lance are really good.
I really liked Beastcurse though.
There are some essential side quests in B. Critical pathing it is not optimal at all.
How About No
Member
Lets say MGSV can go eat its own shit
I though I could do all of the side-quests even if I was on C or another route, no?
Did I mess up by critical-pathing a lot in route A too?
Alby Duckett
Member
Is there some sort of list of essential side missions? I'm getting a bit antsy because I kinda don't like playing 9S and I'm considering just going through main mission stuff real quick.
Most sidequest in the game are shared, but there are some sidequest that are exclusive to each route.
Hey guys, I'm hoping you can put me a bit at ease.
So I just finished ending A, and I'm kind of disappointed? I was just chugging along mostly doing main line quests (a few side here and there) and it just ended. It was so abrupt, I didn't have chance to do 80% of the side quests. Although combat and some scenes were cool, I didn't get much at ALL from the story.
I totally get Nier's style is many play throughs (I got all ending in Nier 1 and LOVED it) but does it get way more into the story here?? Did I make a mistake by missing all those quests? Will I see them again?
I just started B So I'll see where this goes!
So I just finished ending A, and I'm kind of disappointed? I was just chugging along mostly doing main line quests (a few side here and there) and it just ended. It was so abrupt, I didn't have chance to do 80% of the side quests. Although combat and some scenes were cool, I didn't get much at ALL from the story.
I totally get Nier's style is many play throughs (I got all ending in Nier 1 and LOVED it) but does it get way more into the story here?? Did I make a mistake by missing all those quests? Will I see them again?
I just started B So I'll see where this goes!
There are generic ones that are available for everyone and character specific ones, which also tend to be route specific ones at the same time. The ones you do for your operators are one good example, as those are very much route specific and they will have impact later on. Overall, there are all kinds of things that foreshadow and flavor what is to come and form a part of why the stuff later on is so damn good. Doing those quests after the fact is a waste, as the whole point of foreshadowing is lost if you get it after the actual reveals and in some cases it might actually make the reveals have less impact.
Like, you can't actually miss any sidequests as the game will let you return to almost any point of the game later on, but you'll have seen 99% of the story by then. The whole build-up will be wasted by then.
See, the problem with trying to list what is important and what is not is that it will be spoilery by and of itself.
You're fine. I felt the same way after beating Route A. It's nothing more than an introduction to the characters.
You're just getting started.
I felt the same and was confused. Little did I know
Keep playing. You have seen half of the story at best at this point. Maybe even just a third.Do it. Don't ask questions, you're in too deep now.
When the time comes, say
no if you care about changes save file wise.
Honestly, rushing this game in any way or form is basically just asking for coming up unsatisfied at the end. While the sidequests are mechanically speaking average at best and rarely have anything interesting going for them gameplay-wise, they are usually very important in fleshing out the characters and the world they inhabit, especially if you take the time to read/listen and think about what is going on.
The game asks you to think, to pick up some relatively subtle stuff and actually draw conclusions from them after you are presented with new information later on. Rushing will lessen the emotional impact, is likely to leave you confused about X or Y as you have less material to work with and you are likely to miss some important moments and that aren't even classified as side quests or pieces of intel. One little voice message in route C, for example, is very easy to miss, but it is one of the most emotional moments the game has to offer.
The game asks you to think, to pick up some relatively subtle stuff and actually draw conclusions from them after you are presented with new information later on. Rushing will lessen the emotional impact, is likely to leave you confused about X or Y as you have less material to work with and you are likely to miss some important moments and that aren't even classified as side quests or pieces of intel. One little voice message in route C, for example, is very easy to miss, but it is one of the most emotional moments the game has to offer.
Exentryk
Member
Cool.
I'll just load my save file
(good thing I saved right before the fight with the eye)
I was tempted to skip side quests near the end of Route A. I lost a ton of progress (6 side quests that were basically finished) when I crossed the point of no return
(Flooded City)
There often seems to be an issue with some of the enemies in the vicinity being aggroed, perhaps even at ground level. You may have to do rounds and exterminate things at the base of the building. That seems to be the most usual issue with that, though I've seen a few mentions of not even that working. It did work for me and a few others though, so ... ¯\_(ツ
_/¯Seraphis Cain
bad gameplay lol
Kill any robots in the general area around the building. That should fix it.
There often seems to be an issue with some of the enemies in the vicinity being aggroed, perhaps even at ground level. You may have to do rounds and exterminate things at the base of the building. That seems to be the most usual issue with that, though I've seen a few mentions of not even that working. It did work for me and a few others though, so ... ¯\_(ツ
thanks, that did it
I had a weird as bug during route C, and honestly it actually kinda works in the section it happens in
my sound straight up died. My headphones were crackling, but the PS4 menu theme sounds were fine. I kept trying to fix it, but nothing really seemed to work, but when I completed the section, all my sound came back. Honestly, given the context of the scene, the audio bug kinda felt intentional even if it was not.
Also... holy fuck the credits in
As of now, its easily my GOTY
When you are 9S and have to fight the 2B clones
Also... holy fuck the credits in
Ending E. Square Enix started fucking me, and then I got help and the chorus, and OMG... fuck. This game is something
As of now, its easily my GOTY
TissueBox
Member
Muaha
Nephitamine
Member
OST was just delivered. I am in heaven right now.
Hey, better late than never! Also, given Amazon Japan's magical shipping service, you'll have the OST in like two days. I don't know how they do it!
Yabberwocky
Member
Belated, but joining in the OST arrival club! I thought I might have been too late when I ordered to get a copy of the Hacking Tracks, but nope, also came with. Nobody tightly packages items like Amazon.jp, nobody. hnnngggggg
It's a bit silly, but even as I was browsing the OST, I still can't get around the fact that a) we actually got a Nier sequel b) a sequel that was amazing c) a sequel that's been critically acclaimed d) a sequel that's been selling well. It's surreal, but glorious.
It's a bit silly, but even as I was browsing the OST, I still can't get around the fact that a) we actually got a Nier sequel b) a sequel that was amazing c) a sequel that's been critically acclaimed d) a sequel that's been selling well. It's surreal, but glorious.
Belated, but joining in the OST arrival club! I thought I might have been too late when I ordered to get a copy of the Hacking Tracks, but nope, also came with. Nobody tightly packages items like Amazon.jp, nobody. hnnngggggg
It's a bit silly, but even as I was browsing the OST, I still can't get around the fact that a) we actually got a Nier sequel b) a sequel that was amazing c) a sequel that's been critically acclaimed d) a sequel that's been selling well. It's surreal, but glorious.
Every time I see a new Nier thread, I get so happy. It's fun seeing its continued success, or just simply seeing people excited about the game or wanting to discuss it in-depth.
djSyndrome
Member
Uploading
feels so good.
and then deleting your data
darkwing-buck
Member
Eat my shorts!
The Awesomest
Member
At the very least, do Amnesia, which can be found from an android in the big multi-story building where you first land. Makes endings C&D more impactful imo.
theangrypirate
Member
Cool, I'll start upgrading those tonight. I've got lots of money/materials stocked up.