NieR: Automata offers several editions, each with unique content. Choosing the right one depends on your platform and desired extras. Here's a breakdown of the key differences:
Game of the YoRHa vs. End of the YoRHa Editions
The primary distinction lies in platform availability:
- Game of the YoRHa: PlayStation and PC.
- End of the YoRHa: Nintendo Switch.
Both include the base game and the 3C3C1D119440927 DLC, featuring:
- New outfits for 2B, 9S, and A2.
- Three challenge arenas with escalating difficulty.
- A secret boss.
The End of the YoRHa edition adds optional motion controls and touchscreen support (in handheld mode). However, it also offers a separate, cosmetic DLC (6C2P4A118680823) with costumes from NieR: Replicant.
Exclusive Content:
- Game of the YoRHa: Includes additional pod skins (Play System, Cardboard, Retro Grey, Retro Red, Grimoire Weiss), a machine mask accessory, and platform-specific bonuses (PS4 dynamic theme, avatars; PC wallpapers, Valve character accessory).
- End of the YoRHa: Offers the separately purchased 6C2P4A118680823 DLC with extra costumes and pod skins.
Story and gameplay remain identical across both editions. The additional DLC in the End of the YoRHa edition is purely cosmetic.
Become as Gods Edition
This edition is exclusive to Xbox and closely resembles the Game of the YoRHa edition. It bundles the base game, 3C3C1D119440927 DLC, a machine mask accessory, Grimoire Weiss pod skin, and Cardboard, Retro Grey, and Retro Red pod skins.
In summary, the best edition depends on your console. If cosmetics aren't a high priority, the Game of the YoRHa edition provides excellent value. Switch players will want the End of the YoRHa edition, potentially supplementing it with the extra DLC if desired. Xbox players have the Become as Gods edition.
