Nier: Automata— the action-role-playing masterpiece from Yoko Taro and PlatinumGames — is, objectively the best game ever made, but it was previously only available on PlayStation 4 and PC. But ahead of its E3 press conference on June 11, publisher Square Enix has let slip that the game will soon come to Xbox One.
A post on the Square Enix website, which has since been removed, confirmedNier: Automata — Become as Godsfor the Xbox One digital store. It isn’t clear yet if the game will be coming to retail shelves like the PlayStation 4 version did last year.
Nier Automata — Become as Godsincludes the original game, three skins for your pod companions, a “machine lifeform mask” accessory, a special Grimoire Weiss pod, and the3C3C1D119440927expansion. With the exception of the expansion, this same content was offered in the “Day One” edition of the PlayStation 4 version when it launched last March.
3C3C1D119440927includes accessto costumes from the originalNiergame, as well as three different “battle challenges.” One of the bosses you get to fight isSquare Enix CEO Yosuke Matsuda, becauseNier: Automatais nothing if not self-aware.
Get your game on
It’s awesome for those who stuck by Xbox this generation to get a chance to playNier: Automata, as the previous game was available on Xbox 360. The sequel shares some characters and a few plot threads, but it’s largely a standalone experience that can be enjoyed without any prior knowledge of eitherNieror the Drakengard series. Writer-director Yoko Taro found the perfect partner in PlatinumGames, whose combat expertise allowedAutomata‘s gameplay to nearly match its emotionally draining story.
Nier: Automatawill be available for Xbox One on June 26. We suggest keeping a cuddly animal close by to offset the ennui and sadness the game will bring you.
