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NieR:Automata
I feel a certain disappointment at the completion of this title, but not the kind you usually get when good things end, nor the kind you get when you're disappointed by wasted time. In this case, it's a longing for a once-in-a-lifetime experience that has passed. I "chose" a not-so-ideal time to play Automata, which led me to play it in a bad mood, in fragmented sessions over the course of more than a month, despite its relatively short playtime.
Visuals
Of everything I've played up to this point, Automata easily surpasses other games in terms of the beauty of its animation and environment. Everything is done magnificently, making it simply pleasant to be in the game. The only downside is the small number of locations. Those that exist are used very effectively, but this point still doesn't go unnoticed. I doubt this was done intentionally and suspect that the reason lies in a lack of budget, but who knows?
Music
Again, it's impeccable. The OST itself is one of the best I've heard, but in addition to that, its masterful use in the game should be highlighted separately – it's roughly the same level as in the most emotional moments in my favorite visual novels, with the caveat that this is a game and it's more difficult to achieve.
Characters
A curious fact: there aren't that many named NPCs here, which would seem to make walking around the city locations in a clockwise direction not very meaningful, but even the randomly encountered and unnecessary machines for the main plot have some kind of unique feature, whether it's their manner of speech, visual differences, or a peculiar character. But what can you say if support units have more significance for the plot, gameplay, and even character development than any "companion" in a Western RPG?
Gameplay
For myself, I'll highlight only one negative – the inconvenient mouse control during hacking, which is sometimes very infuriating. And in general, I expected a little more from the "Touhou mode." Otherwise, it's very good, engaging, and diverse.
Plot and presentation
The prologue is magnificent, both in terms of intrigue and gameplay – both components work in perfect harmony with each other.
The main story, well, in one word, it's engaging.
The ending is very effective and emotional.
The plot and setting in a broader sense are also very interesting, although I admit I didn't understand everything.
9.5/10
p.s.
The most difficult choice in my life
I feel a certain disappointment at the completion of this title, but not the kind you usually get when good things end, nor the kind you get when you're disappointed by wasted time. In this case, it's a longing for a once-in-a-lifetime experience that has passed. I "chose" a not-so-ideal time to play Automata, which led me to play it in a bad mood, in fragmented sessions over the course of more than a month, despite its relatively short playtime.
Visuals
Of everything I've played up to this point, Automata easily surpasses other games in terms of the beauty of its animation and environment. Everything is done magnificently, making it simply pleasant to be in the game. The only downside is the small number of locations. Those that exist are used very effectively, but this point still doesn't go unnoticed. I doubt this was done intentionally and suspect that the reason lies in a lack of budget, but who knows?
Music
Again, it's impeccable. The OST itself is one of the best I've heard, but in addition to that, its masterful use in the game should be highlighted separately – it's roughly the same level as in the most emotional moments in my favorite visual novels, with the caveat that this is a game and it's more difficult to achieve.
Characters
A curious fact: there aren't that many named NPCs here, which would seem to make walking around the city locations in a clockwise direction not very meaningful, but even the randomly encountered and unnecessary machines for the main plot have some kind of unique feature, whether it's their manner of speech, visual differences, or a peculiar character. But what can you say if support units have more significance for the plot, gameplay, and even character development than any "companion" in a Western RPG?
Gameplay
For myself, I'll highlight only one negative – the inconvenient mouse control during hacking, which is sometimes very infuriating. And in general, I expected a little more from the "Touhou mode." Otherwise, it's very good, engaging, and diverse.
Plot and presentation
The prologue is magnificent, both in terms of intrigue and gameplay – both components work in perfect harmony with each other.
The main story, well, in one word, it's engaging.
The ending is very effective and emotional.
The plot and setting in a broader sense are also very interesting, although I admit I didn't understand everything.
9.5/10
p.s.
The most difficult choice in my life