Niche Gamer reviewed the action RPG NieR Replicant:

NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139… Review

When Nier was released in 2010, it defied traditional RPG conventions in a big way. It deconstructed the idea of a typical JRPG protagonist, who believed he was doing the right thing and had a noble goal. Most heroes have their own set of just principles, and they are usually morally black/white. Nier‘s themes challenges the player on what justice is, and wraps it in a bleak and cold existential blanket.

Imaginative, though it may be, Nier was a bit on the unpolished and rough side for a 2010 Square Enix production. The incongruity of the quality was made more apparent when PlatinumGames’ NieR: Automata showed everyone how great the Nier franchise could be. Automata was such a hit, that the boys at Square Enix green lit a remake of the first game, immediately.

NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139… wouldn’t just be a remake, but would also be like a director’s cut. Content that got cut would be restored, and the protagonist would be redesigned to match Yoko Taro’s original intent. “Father” Nier would be reverted back to “Brother,” and fans of Automata can experience where it all began.

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NieR Replicant is still an imperfect cult game like it was in 2010; but now it’s much smoother, a little nicer looking, and has a few extra features. A lot of what hurt the original game is still present and accounted for, like the new game plus that does not ever let the player go back to being the boy version of the hero, and the low budget presentation.

It would have been preferable if the dialogue sequences had a bit more cinematic flair to them instead of characters talking in flat wide shots, or if there was an option for the original soundtrack. While still deeply flawed, NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139… is still highly recommended for its depressing existential scenario that makes players look at RPGs in a different way.

Score: 7/10

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NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139... Review

It has been bizarre watching the NieR series become a tentpole franchise within Square Enix over the last couple of years. Surpassing 5.5 million sales as of February, NieR: Automata has absolutely shattered sales expectations beyond anyone’s wildest dreams. Witnessing Yoko Taro’s claim to fame exponentially increase has been a sight to behold. My purchase of the first Drakengard ages ago was simply by chance as a tremendous Dynasty Warriors 3 fan, and I’ve followed his career ever since then, for some reason.

The original release of NieR has a special place in my heart. It was not a looker, even in 2010, but it is one of the most memorable games I’ve ever experienced. I was so enamored with NieR Gestalt, the only version that received a western release at the time, that I went through the hassle of importing the other version, NieR Replicant. The situation surrounding two identical releases of the same game simultaneously, just with the alteration of whether the main character was a dad or older brother, fascinated me.

Whether it be the Replicant or Gestalt version, NieR was a true diamond in the rough. Its visuals were often marred by a muddy tone and harsh, overblown lighting due to extensive bloom. Combat was disappointingly basic, albeit serviceable, in a year when flashy action titles like Bayonetta, Darksiders, and God of War III made their debut prior to NieR’s launch. Another blight that plagued NieR was its consistently inconsistent technical performance; it struggled to maintain 30fps and would occasionally dip into far lower frame-rates during busy scenes. Despite its flaws, I still cherish the original NieR as one of the ugliest games I love.

Let’s be honest. A lot of modern NieR fans were introduced to the series thanks to the excellent NieR: Automata, and it’s admittedly difficult to go back and play its predecessor these days for many, either due to a lack of hardware accessibility and/or the game’s dated presentation.

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NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139… is one of the most carefully constructed re-releases in recent memory. I was delighted to see just how much of the original experience remained intact, with the bulk of alterations focused on its visuals and combat. While I am happy that NieR: Automata remains a resounding success, its influence over this updated release of NieR hasn’t robbed it of its unique identity; this is, by and large, the NieR that I fell in love with. I think all the new content that has been added to Replicant ver.1.22 is all worth seeing. Looking back at my journey once more with Nier, Kainé, and Emil, I am so happy that one of the most underappreciated games gets another chance to show why it is so special again.

Score: 9/10

The action RPG NieR Replicant has been released today:

Overview

A thousand-year lie that would live on for eternity...

NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139... is an updated version of NieR Replicant, previously only released in Japan.

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Discover the one-of-a-kind prequel to the critically-acclaimed masterpiece NieR:Automata. Now with a modern upgrade, experience masterfully revived visuals, a fascinating storyline and more!

The protagonist is a kind young man living in a remote village. In order to save his sister Yonah, who fell terminally ill to the Black Scrawl, he sets out with Grimoire Weiss, a strange talking tome, to search for the "Sealed verses."

Experience the NieR Replicant story for the first time in the west through the eyes of the protagonist as a brother.

The original all-star team returns including acclaimed director, YOKO TARO (Drakengard / NieR:Automata), composer Keiichi Okabe (TEKKEN / Drakengard / NieR:Automata), and producer Yosuke Saito (DRAGON QUEST X / NieR:Automata).

Story

• In a distant, distant future, humanity is on the brink of extinction.
• A black scrawl disease and strange beasts threaten the world.
• A young kindhearted boy makes a promise to his little sister.
• A thousand-year lie that would live on for eternity...

Features

• Uncover the truth behind the world of NieR and prepare to question everything in this dark, twisting tale.
• Journey alongside an unlikely group of allies through a ruined world, plagued by sickness and monstrous horrors.
• A mesmerizing iconic soundtrack, newly recorded by NieR:Automata composer, Keiichi Okabe.
• Fight back dreadful enemies with a visceral, uniquely customizable blend of swordplay and powerful magic.
• Customize your character's magic, skills, and weapons with the power of Words. 

A new trailer for NieR Replicant has been released.

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1400 years in the future...

The world is on the verge of destruction. Experience the atmosphere and gameplay of NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139… with the upgraded opening cinematic, a shot-for-shot revamp of the original movie from NieR Replicant (2010), featuring newly recorded voiceovers, music, and improved graphics.

NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139…,
the highly anticipated prequel to the breakout hit NieR:Automata, and upgrade of the legendary action-RPG NieR Replicant, will launch for the Xbox One family of devices including Xbox One X on April 23, 2021.

Pre-order now to get exclusive digital content at:

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A new gameplay trailer for NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139:

NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139... The Barren Temple Gameplay

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The Action RPG NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139... (= √1.5) will be released on April 23:

NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139...

Overview

A thousand-year lie that would live on for eternity...

NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139... is an updated version of NieR Replicant, previously only released in Japan.

Discover the one-of-a-kind prequel to the critically-acclaimed masterpiece NieR:Automata. Now with a modern upgrade, experience masterfully revived visuals, a fascinating storyline and more!

The protagonist is a kind young man living in a remote village. In order to save his sister Yonah, who fell terminally ill to the Black Scrawl, he sets out with Grimoire Weiss, a strange talking tome, to search for the "Sealed verses."

Experience the NieR Replicant story for the first time in the west through the eyes of the protagonist as a brother.

The original all-star team returns including acclaimed director, YOKO TARO (Drakengard / NieR:Automata), composer Keiichi Okabe (TEKKEN / Drakengard / NieR:Automata), and producer Yosuke Saito (DRAGON QUEST X / NieR:Automata).

Story

• In a distant, distant future, humanity is on the brink of extinction.
• A black scrawl disease and strange beasts threaten the world.
• A young kindhearted boy makes a promise to his little sister.
• A thousand-year lie that would live on for eternity...

Features

• Uncover the truth behind the world of NieR and prepare to question everything in this dark, twisting tale.
• Journey alongside an unlikely group of allies through a ruined world, plagued by sickness and monstrous horrors.
• A mesmerizing iconic soundtrack, newly recorded by NieR:Automata composer, Keiichi Okabe.
• Fight back dreadful enemies with a visceral, uniquely customizable blend of swordplay and powerful magic.
• Customize your character's magic, skills, and weapons with the power of Words.