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20 Years Later, It's Still Surprising How Drakengard Spawned the Nier Franchise
Drakengard turns 20 years old today, and this action RPG's dark, experimental tone laid the foundation for Nier: Automata's groundbreaking success.
Nier: Automata Creator Might Have Teased a Sequel
The creator and director of Nier: Automata might have recently teased fans about a sequel to the critically acclaimed action JRPG.
New Report Is Bad News for Nier Fans
Fans of the Nier franchise may be in for some more bad news, as recent reports spell trouble for a potential new entry in the series.
April 29 Is Going to Be a Sad Day for NieR Fans
April 29 will be a sad day for the fans of the NieR franchise, which finds itself affected by Square Enix's ongoing strategic pivot toward AAA games.
7 Great JRPGs With Middle-Aged Protagonists & Playable Characters
Most JRPG protagonists are plucky young heroes, but these characters show that it's still possible to pack a punch long after age 30.
Every Drakengard And NieR Game, Ranked
The Drakengard and NieR series are known for their excellent narrative complexity and philosophical themes.
Square Enix Addresses Possibility of New Nier Game
A new installment of Nier, the popular spinoff series to the Drakengard franchise, is mentioned by a key producer at Square Enix.
Why NieR Fans Should Keep an Eye on AIKODE
With the wide-spread influence Yoko Taro's work has on the gaming industry, a solo indie developer has a similar game of his own in mind: AIKODE.
8 Polarizing JRPGs With Innovative Mechanics
Some players like these games while others didn't, but nobody can fault these games for wanting to try something different.
Games With Complicated Timelines Like Kingdom Hearts
The Kingdom Hearts series is known for having an elaborate timeline across its many entries, but other franchises have achieved similar complexity.
8 Best Nihilistic Games, Ranked
Unsurprisingly, games that explore themes of nihilism aren't the cheeriest of experiences. However, the following examples are no less entertaining.
16 PS3 Games With The Best Storylines
A ton of fantastic tales were told by way of the PlayStation 3, and we're here to tally up the best PS3 games with the strongest narratives.
NieR Automata Ver1.1a: The Truth of YoRHa
NieR Automata Ver1.1a has finally made its comeback after months of hiatus, and 2B and 9S's loyalty to YoRHa is once again tested.
10 Deeply Immersive Video Game Backstories
In these games, story and gameplay unite. These titles use tried-and-true storytelling techniques to immerse players in the game's world.
6 Games That Were Secret Sequels Or Spin-Offs
While most know when a new game or spin-off is coming, there are some that are a bit of a secret that may come as a surprise to fans.
Animate Cafe's NieR Automata Ver1.1a Collab: How Was It?
Running from early March to early April, Animate Cafe collaborated with DECOTTO to bring us chocolatey character-themed donuts. Here's how it went.
9 Video Game Heroes Fueled By The Power Of Hate
Hate can be a powerful force. Though destructive at times, hate is what drives these heroes to do what needs to be done.
NieR: Automata Anime's Rocky Production Hit With More Delays
The NieR: Automata Ver1.1a anime has been delayed again due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but many anime fans are not buying that excuse.
NieR: Automata Anime Is Finally Getting An English Dub
People who played NieR: Automata with English voicing will be glad to hear that the original cast is back for the upcoming anime dub.
NieR Automata Ver1.1a Episode 6: 2B Learns The History of Her Original Model
Finally we learn Lily's backstory and what truly happened during YoRHa's fateful "maiden" mission, hundreds of years ago.