NieR

NieR is a video game franchise created by Yoko Taro. The original NieR, released in 2010 for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, is a spin-off of the Drakengard series and functions as a spiritual predecessor to the later titles. Set on a post-apocalyptic Earth, it follows a father named NieR as he seeks a cure for his daughter Yonah amid encounters with sentient machines. The game is renowned for its blend of action RPG gameplay with philosophical storytelling and moral complexity.

NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139..., released in 2021, is a remake of the original NieR with updated visuals, revised combat, voice acting, and additional scenario content. It appeared on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Windows, later expanding to other platforms. The remake preserves the core narrative while expanding exploration and accessibility.

NieR: Automata, released in 2017, is a standalone sequel set in the same universe and developed by PlatinumGames under Square Enix. Players control androids 2B, 9S, and A2 as they resist a machine-dominated Earth, combining fast-paced action with a branching story that examines consciousness, identity, and the value of life. Automata received widespread acclaim for its combat, world-building, and thematic depth, and is frequently listed among top games of its generation.

Expanded material for the NieR universe includes NieR Re[in]carnation (2021), a mobile game exploring new narratives, as well as novels, stage plays, and an array of soundtrack-based releases. The series is noted for its distinctive aesthetic and Yoko Taro's signature nonlinear, melancholic storytelling.