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Square Enix has released the first gameplay footage of NieR 2, now officially titled NieR: Automata.
In development exclusively for PS4 by Bayonetta studio Platinum Games, NieR: Automata puts players in the role of 2B, an android tasked with defending Earth from a horde of alien machines.
“2B is an all-purpose battle android, deployed as a member of the automated infantry squad, YoRHa,” said Square Enix. “She is equipped with a sword for close quarters combat, and can attack from range using the ‘Pod’ support system. Her eyes are obscured beneath her standard-issue military visor, which she rarely removes.
“Members of the YoRHa squad forgo names and are referred to only by their code numbers. Though the regulations forbid them from expressing emotions, each model has its own distinguishing personality, and 2B is comparatively cool, calm, and collected.”
According to Square, the game merges Platinum’s “signature action-oriented combat” with gameplay elements from the original to create the “ultimate action-RPG”.
“NieR struck a chord with many passionate gamers,” said producer Yosuke Saito. “It was something so special that we felt compelled to heed the fans’ call for a follow-up. To create the ultimate action-RPG, it dawned on me that a collaboration between PlatinumGames and SQUARE ENIX would be a dream come true.”
NieR: Automata is due to release exclusively on PS4 in 2016. For an early look at what to expect, check out the first gameplay footage below.
Source: Square Enix
