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In 2017, PlatinumGames and Square Enix collaborated on NieR: Automata, a critically acclaimed RPG that brought a relatively unknown series into the mainstream. Given its success nearly a decade ago, many fans expected a sequel to be announced quickly. While a follow-up hasn’t materialized yet, that doesn’t mean it isn’t in development. 2021 saw the release of NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139, but this was simply a remastered version of an older game. Reports suggest that a brand new installment in the main NieR series is currently being worked on, and has been for some time.

In a recent interview with Denfaminico Gamer (translated using DeepL), game director Naoki Hamaguchi explained that, unlike the previous game Rebirth, players will have access to the entire game world from the beginning. While the main storyline still progresses in a specific order, side quests and optional content are much more flexible. Specifically, although you need to defeat certain enemies (WEAPONS) as part of the story in a set order, you can challenge any of the optional WEAPONS whenever you like.

The Highwind is incredibly large, and attempting to land it like in the first game creates issues. It either appears far too big for the environment or can only touch down on perfectly level ground. This challenge arose early in development, prompting the team to explore different ways to help players truly feel the game’s vastness.