While we’re no closer to the release of Square Enix’s remake of the Japanese-only obscured title, NieR Replicant, the company has released several new screenshots of the game.
Not that it makes the wait that more bearable, but new screenshots are cool. [masterslider id=”397″]
NieR Replicant isn’t a simple remake of the original game, that was only released in Japan. Instead, Platinum Games, who worked on NieR: Automata was brought to overhaul the combat system, which is a welcomed change to the slower-paced original game.
NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139… is an updated version of NieR Replicant, previously only released in Japan. Discover the one-of-a-kind prequel of 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.”
The game will be released in both a standard edition, as well as a NieR Replicant White Snow Edition that includes the following;
- “Lunar Tear” Collector’s Box
- Steelbook® Case – A metal case featuring stunning artwork by Illustrator KODA KAZUMA.
- Pin Badge Set – Grimoire Weiss, Grimoire Noir, and Grimoire Rubrum pins presented in a specialized display case. Exclusive to the White Snow Edition.
- Script Set – A set of seven books including the content of the spoken script of the game, exclusive to the White Snow Edition. Packaged in a special hard case, featuring unique cover art by character designer Akihiko Yoshida. Available in English only.
- Soundtrack CD Set – A two-disc collection – one disc featuring tracks from NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139… specifically edited for this set, and a second disc featuring special arrangements, overseen by Keiichi Okabe, of select tracks that are exclusive to the White Snow Edition. The set is presented in a premium Grimoire Weiss-inspired package.
NieR Replicant will be released in the West on April 23rd, 2020, for the PS4, Xbox One, and PC (Steam).
