In celebration of the announcement of twoNieRgames by Square Enix,Xbox Game Passis set to addNieR: Automatato its library of “free” games. The title is slated to join the selection April 2nd.
This weekend, Square Enix revealed thatNieR: Replicantis getting the remaster treatmentand will be available on PC, PS4, and Xbox One. On top of that, the studio revealed that a new mobile game calledNieR: Reincarnationis in the works for iOS and Android.
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TheNieR: Automatathat will be available on Xbox Game Pass is the ‘Become as Gods’Edition that was released for Xbox Onein 2018. Originally, the latestNieRwas a PS4 exclusive but the overwhelmingly positive response toAutomatahelped convince Square Enix and Platinum Games to port it over to PC and then the Xbox. However, the special edition doesn’t include any meaningful content outside of some character skins and accessories.
While not a true continuation of the story inNieR: Replicant,NieR: Automatadoes feature some familiar themes. There are also a few characters and concepts that pop up in Automata that will surprise those that have experiencedReplicant. Unfortunately, in this case players would be checking out the sequel before the release of a predecessor’s remaster.
But even on its ownNieR: Automatais a worthwhile action RPGexperience with fast-paced combat and some exciting set pieces. The story does require a bit of an investment in order to get the full narrative, but it’s well worth checking out once it becomes available on Xbox Game Pass.
Once a cult-favorite series,NieRnow seems to be garnering a lot of attention and trying to build up its fan base. WithFinal Fantasy 14crossovers, and now two games in development,NieRis yet another RPG series that Square is adding to its stable.
NieR: Automatais available for PC, PS4, and Xbox One. The ‘Become As Gods’ Edition will be available for Xbox Game Pass on July 08, 2025.
