NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139

"Nier Replicant is at once an improvement over the original while still retaining its dated design frustrations that’s not quite at the bar of modern remasters. Yet for all its flaws, the story, bolstered by its grand otherworldly score, has …"

"An excellent return of a classic, Nier Replicant ver.1.22474487139 is a perfect opportunity for both newcomers and old players to (re)discover an action-RPG that was too badly criticized at the time."

"While the backtracking remains, it feels much less painful this time around thanks to it being part of a game with smooth performance that’s ultimately much more fun to actually play. The game is considerably improved as a result, and …"

"A generic, sub-par action RPG that is neither generic, sub-par or even an action RPG. NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139... is a unique game that constantly plays with our expectations, deconstructing a genre while constructing a subversive narrative. It may not be …"

"When I wrapped up my experience with Nier Replicant, I realized it was the most satisfied I’d ever felt after working so hard for a particular ending. Yoko Taro asking me to relive the same experiences again and again wasn’t …"

"Nier Replicant is a heart-wrenching gem of a game."

"The NieR Replicant remake is an excellent action RPG with one of the best game stories ever and updated combat, but it&s;s not without a few problems."

"There aren&s;t many games like NieR Replicant, and I&s;m not just talking about in the modern era, but since 2010 as a whole. Whatever power that be helped Yoko Taro become world-famous, to the point where he can keep making …"

"NieR Replicant ver1."

"Nier Replicant is so damn fun to play. Combat is ultimately its best feature, but some of the ideas are implemented superbly, whether in the story or the mechanics."

"NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139... isn&s;t just a comprehensive remake that makes some startling updates - it&s;s also a proof of concept for the series moving forward. The story holds up, the refined combat is engaging, and its charm and melancholy both …"

"Nier Replicant Ver. 1.22474487139 is not a remake but neither a simple remastered. It&s;s an enhanced version that fixes some of the original game&s;s issues and delivers a bunch of new content, but does nothing to refresh its dated approach …"

"Nier Replicant is a chameleon -- its slow start serves as a siren song that leads to explosive emotional crescendos and satisfying narrative payoffs."

"NieR Replicant ver.1.2247444487139... is an update of the cult hit that, despite what it may seem at first glance, represents an excellent way to approach the classic. An update that focuses on combat and technical aspects while keeping the structure …"

"Gamers weren&s;t quite ready for Yoko Taro&s;s NieR back in 2010, but now the now cult classic is getting another chance in the way it was originally intended. On top of additional content and bonuses not found in the original, …"

"The NieR franchise has easily become one of my favorites. After NieR Automata, my need to replay the original NieR grew and grew, and thankfully, Square Enix has answered my prayers for an updated version of the original title. NieR: …"

"NieR Replicant is a game I won&s;t be forgetting anytime soon. Its story is fantastically dark, incredibly unique and told in such a fascinating way, while its mix of combat and exploration has just the right hints of Zelda that …"

"NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139… confirms that the original NieR was both way ahead of its time and far behind it. The story is tremendously captivating and it’s only gotten better with newly added content. On the other side of the coin, …"

"Despite my complaints, it’s clear that the remake is most definitely the best way to experience what Nier has to offer. The improved visuals, performance and additional content are all much appreciated, and while it’s still a title with notable …"

"Nier Replicant ver. 1.22 is an excellent spin on the traditional hero’s journey and will give Nier Automata fans a new appreciation for that title. It’s a lovingly crafted rerelease and will delight both new and old players alike."

"You&s;ll spend most of your time going from Point A to Point B collecting materials for forgettable NPCs, but the main questline will keep you on the edge of your seat"

"NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139… is the perfect way for fans of Automata to experience the original and for newcomers to engage with the franchise. With updated combat and visuals, Replicant can proudly sit amongst greats in the genre, however, the hypersexualized …"

"Taro&s;s approach is of a restless rarity; he swaps genres as though trying to scratch an itch."

"Nier Replicant is a fabulous remaster of a lauded but messy cult classic, improving it without giving up on its essential strangeness."

"NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139... restores lost content alongside a brand new ending but requires players to retread the same 60+ hour grind to experience what&s;s unique to this oddly numbered JRPG."

"A safe choice for fans, this slight reimagining turns a weak game into an okay one."

"Nier Replicant deserves praise for its clever characters and unorthodox setting, even if the gameplay and level design can get repetitive by the end."

"Though antiquated in some respects, Nier Replicant will tear your heart out with its timeless story, endearing and tragic characters, and beautiful soundtrack."

"Improved visuals and smoothed out combat go a long way in Nier&s;s update, but it&s;s the story that&s;s the star of the show"

"NieR Replicant overall is a successful remaster, with a bit of spit and polish improving many facets of the original game, but with some of the negatives unfortunately carrying over as well. The end result is an action RPG that …"

"NieR Replicant remains a memorable and affecting action RPG. Elements of its PS3-era design really haven&s;t aged well, but this remade remaster does a lot to enhance the experience. Incredibly tight and responsive gameplay, tied together with a touching tale …"

"Nier Replicant gets a new lease on life complete with a combat system and graphical overhaul resulting in a game that&s;s actually fun to play. More importantly, it allows the emotional and amazing story-telling to shine even more. Backtracking complaints …"

"Nier Replicant ver.1.22474487139 greatly enhance the flow of the gameplay and brings somehow better visuals, however, it still lags behind better games and sadly misses the chance to add true innovation to boss fights or enemy types, and while the …"