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NieR Replicant™ ver.1.22474487139...

NieR Replicant™ ver.1.22474487139...

The upgraded prequel of NieR:Automata. A kind young man sets out with Grimoire Weiss, a strange talking book, to search for the "Sealed verses" in order to save his sister Yonah, who fell terminally ill to the Black Scrawl.

88%
Very Positive
DevelopersSquare Enix, Toylogic Inc.
PublisherSquare Enix
Release DateApr 23, 2021
$59.99
Peak Players28.5K
PlatformsWindows
Action
Adventure
RPG
AI Review Summary

NieR Replicant is an emotionally profound action-RPG celebrated for its masterfully integrated story, memorable characters, and a soundtrack frequently described as god-tier. While the narrative and atmosphere provide a deeply moving experience, the game is heavily criticized for its dated quest design, repetitive gameplay loops, and significant pacing issues. It is a polarizing remake that rewards patient players with a tragic, high-impact story at the cost of mechanical grind.

Pros

  • Exceptional, god-tier soundtrack that perfectly complements the emotional weight of the game100%
  • Deeply moving and tragic narrative that leaves a lasting impact on players95%
  • Compelling and well-developed characters supported by strong voice acting90%
  • Immersive world-building and atmosphere that integrate story and sound seamlessly85%
  • High emotional resonance and thoughtful exploration of themes like found family80%

Cons

  • Repetitive and tedious side quest design that feels like a waste of time90%
  • Horrendous pacing and intentional time-wasting elements throughout the campaign85%
  • Requirement to replay large sections of the game multiple times to see all endings80%
  • Dated level design and gameplay mechanics reflecting its 2010 origins75%

Notable Mentions

  • Reviewers frequently compare the experience to NieR:Automata, with some finding it a downgrade and others preferring its story.
  • The game is noted for its high completion time, with some players spending over 100 hours to see all content.
Confidence: 59%
Based on the 93 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Aug 29, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
328
Peak · last 90 days
463
All-time peak
28.5K

Price

Current price
$59.99
Lowest tracked
$23.99since Jan 9, 2026

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
90%
All-time positive
88%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews28.3K
Positive: 25.0K (88%)Negative: 3.3K (12%)

1%

Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

49h

Avg Playtime at Review

91%

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