Nier: Automata Could Be The PS4's Most Curious Exclusive

Nier: Automata could just be the most unique exclusive coming to the market in some time. The recently released demo acts as a selection box of various gameplay styles and nods towards other genres. Developer Platinum Games are no stranger to this sort of thing. Their modern classic Bayonetta revels in old school concepts, set … Continue reading Nier: Automata Could Be The PS4’s Most Curious Exclusive

[SaveFerris]

Isn't this also heading to PC?

[BlakHavoc]

Yep

[PixelGateUk]

Aye ps4 and PC, oddly not Xbox one...yet anyway

[343_Guilty_Spark]

Insider told me it's coming to XB1

[PixelGateUk]

@343 no they didn't

[nitus10]

It does make business sense to make the game for the PC as well since the developer (Platinum Games) or distributor (Square Enix) does not have to pay Microsoft unless Microsoft had a hand in creating the game or is the distributor. If the game was developed for the XB1 as well then Microsoft would get a cut of all game sales.

Of course, game sales on the PS4 means that Sony gets a cut but with over 50 million consoles sold that still means the developer and distributor would still get a good bit of revenue even if they only had 5% sales.

As for the game coming to the XB1, it is possible but the XB1 is doing abysmally in Japan which may influence the developer not to develop for the XB1 even though the XB1 is doing reasonably well in the US and the UK.

BTW. Platinum Games is making the game "Scaleboud" which is an XB1 and MS Windows exclusive, however Microsoft is the distributor and I would not be surprised if they paid to have the game developed as well since some people are now calling the game a "Bro shooter/RPG". 😉

[Edito]

Xbox one has scalebound PS4 has Nier the thing is, Nier is 100% Japanese game true to the Japanese gamers taste which coincide with what we want a traditional Japanese game with modern design very well executed.

[Rangerman1208]

If the game comes to the XBO then I'll be a tad bit disappointed. Is nice that Xbox Nier fans get to play it but I was really expecting the game to be Platnium Games' first PS4 exclusive. I mean, XBO gets Scalebound and Wiiu gets Bayonetta 2, and I'll be pretty damn pissed if Grandblue Fantasy will be the only Platnium Games' PS4 exclusive (especially since it possibly might not come to the west which is BS). Although, Scalebound is owned by Microsoft, and Bayonetta by Nintendo so we just have to wait until Sony decides to partner up with Platnium Games.

[Nu]

I also saw it could one day come to XOne

[Gaming_Cousin]

PC version doesn't have a release date so we don't know when its coming. PS4 version it is

[BlakHavoc]

Played the demo about 5 times lol, the combos you can chain together are insane. Switching between weapon sets are super fun and I cant get over them implementing stick shooter mechanics, I thought it put the game over the top for me. Cant wait for this!

[PixelGateUk]

I was surprised how smoothly the styles flow together

[BlakHavoc]

For sure. Platinum games has something special if the rest of the game is anything like the demo. Imagine how fun it will be once you unlock more weapons and have them at your disposal.

[PixelGateUk]

to their credit, they did similar things with Bayonetta, just not as often. I'm excited for Automata

[FallenAngel1984]

It's not exclusive it's also coming to PC

[PixelGateUk]

the post is about the ps4 demo, there's no pc demo or even release date at the moment, heck knows i wish there was a pc demo lol

[Errorist76]

Then why don't you change the click baity and clearly wrong headline and subtext?!

[Chug]

Yeah, only Xbox games are allowed to be called exclusives when they're also on PC :)

[FallenAngel1984]

It still doesn't negate the fact that this game isn't going to be a PS4 exclusive

[PixelGateUk]

did you read the title or the whole post? it does mention there's no pc demo or release date.

[Errorist76]

@PixelGateUK
Then *** change your false facts in the headline etc and stop evading it damnit. Goddamn unprofessional wannabe journalists these days.

[PixelGateUk]

@errorist76

God damn* don't take the Lord's name in vain you heathen. Also, Quantum Break, Forza, Gears 4 all labelled as exclusive, yet no tears spilt upon them being on PC too. Bioshock, Mass Effect, Halo...all of which called 'exclusives' upon original release, all of which came out on PC too. :)

[Errorist76]

Doesn't make it less wrong. The right term is console exclusive. Or Microsoft exclusive in case of the games you mentioned.

Like I said, people should at least try to be a professional journalist.

[Gaming_Cousin]

Gonna have to agree with Errorist here (Except for his stupid language). It isn't an exclusive. If you looked up the word "exclusive" then it clearly means the exclusion of other platforms unless you add context like console + timed exclusive.

PixelGateUK clearly doesn't know what the word exclusive means

[Errorist76]

Oh you Americans are so funny...get all worked up by some normal swear words. I forgot it's not allowed in your media... I apologise.

[rocketpanda]

You seem to have a chip on your shoulder about the ps4 exclusives. Where were you when Gears was an exclusive, oh wait it is on the PC too. I guess you never heard about console exclusivity that Sony and MS uses to boost sales of their hardware.

Yes PC players will get a chance to play it at some point too, great more gamers can play a platinum game, fantastic. But that doesn't negate the fact that you're a bit of a twat.

[FallenAngel1984]

@ Pixel

I don't need to read the post to know the headline is incorrect.

@ rocket

You seem to be an emotional unstable douche who can't handle basic facts. This isn't a console war thing this is just common sense. A "console exclusive" isn't an exclusive for any console hardware distributor.?If you can't handle a simple definition then there's no point in arguing with a simpleton such as yourself

[Edito]

If you can't play it on any other game console then my friend it's a console exclusive you simple can't argue with that.

[Gaming_Cousin]

@Errorist

American? Try Norwegian. Nice way to stereotype... fool

[FallenAngel1984]

@ Edito

Console exclusive =\= 100% exclusive

[PhoenixUp]

@ Pixel

That doesn't mean a PC version of this game does not exist. Until Square Enix comes out and says that version is cancelled, you can't say Nier Automata is a PS4 exclusive.

[PixelGateUk]

Where did i say it didn't exist lol?

[PhoenixUp]

You're saying that because there's not a PC demo or release date yet that the game can still be considered a PS4 exclusive as if a PC version will not exist

[PixelGateUk]

No, no i'm not. I simply said there's no demo, or release date stated for the PC version as of yet, and the post in talking about the ps4 demo. Heck ''An exclusive that could become a real asset to those seeking something different, offering something you can't find on other consoles.'' is the part i took away from the post itself

Unless, of course, you class a pc as a console. I mean the post could have just lied and talked like it was a based on the pc version i guess

[bluefox755]

Well, if we use that logic, we have to concede that a certain other console has no exclusives, and that's just mean.

[Kaneki-Ken]

It is exclusive but Console exclusive. Console exclusive count as an exclusive or you going to be ignorant instead.

[BizarroUltraman]

If Xbox One games dont count, then neither will this game. Don't give them a break guys this is not exclusive!

[Elda]

As of now it's a PS4 gaming console exclusive.If it lands on another gaming console such as XBO or the Nintendo then it's no longer a gaming console exclusive.

[toddybad]

Console gamers aren't interested in PC. If it is only available on one console then to us it is an exclusive. If only PC gamers cared as little about consoles.

[Gaming_Cousin]

Thanks for speaking for me... I guess I'm not a console gamer since I like PC.

[Errorist76]

Console gamers aren't interested in gaming on PC...

Never heard so much BS in my life!

Real gamers game on all platforms! At least on the ones that aren't redundant like X1/PC.

[nitus10]

You are quite right the game is also slated for the PC as well and as "PixelGateUk" stated there is no release date for the PC while the PS4 release is slated for the 23rd Feb 2017 (approx 2 months away from now) although it is aways possible that the date could be deferred.

[phoenixwing]

I played the demo recently and have got to say I'm sold on the game.

[sullynathan]

Game was pretty awesome, I'm actually looking forward to it more than NiOh and God of war 4 because it isn't trying to be cinematic like the latter

[ClayRules2012]

I respect your opinion.

Having said that, there's nothing wrong with cinematic games like God of War. Games that succeed at cinematic game experiences are wonderful "in my opinion"

@sullynathan
No, I don't believe that to be a problem. Many people "Not all" but many, have stated how for them, the series had gotten stale & boring. I remember my friends mentioning God of War Acension was it for them, they didn't like it, it felt old & been there done that. I felt the same way.

I understand some people may not be up for the new and fresh direction the series is taking "Sounds like your not happy about it" correct me if I'm wrong?

The new direction is very much needed, and I believe Sony Santa Monica know what they're doing. Rather take risks, and fail "Although I believe they won't fail with this game" then make, essentially, the same old game.

No hate intended bud =)

[sullynathan]

Is it not a problem when a relatively fast hack and slash action game (God of war) is trying to be a slow paced Tlou clone?

[UCForce]

The new God of War is a soft reboot. If you didn't know what soft reboot is, here : https://en.m.wikipedia.org/...

[Movefasta1993]

how is nioh trying to be cinematic ?

[sullynathan]

"because it isn't trying to be cinematic like the latter"
God of war 4 not Nioh

[UCForce]

God of War on PS4 is directed by Cory Barlog. If you don't know who he is, he was director of God of War 2 which one of my favorite game. So I trust him.

[kakashi81]

This is exactly how wii u owners felt when Bayonetta 2 came out.

[kaiserxblue]

Wait, isn't Nier: Automata also for PC as well? Man, seems like any fool can write a post here at n4g.

[UCForce]

But it didn't have the demo for PC.

Edit :@Liqu1d I know. But it kinda odd that they didn't give the demo to PC version.

[Liqu1d]

It still isn't a PS4 exclusive.

[bluefox755]

I was very pleasantly surprised with this demo, if you haven't tried it, download it now.

[Errorist76]

This, Gravity Rush 2, Nioh and Horizon will make me a very happy (and broke) gamer soon!

[Kashima]

and Persona 5.

[Errorist76]

Oh yeah you're right...forgot about that one. Looks awesome as well. And RE7!!! All hail to JAPAN!

[Kaiou]

Played the demo on PS4 Pro , preordered on PC for the 4K goodness .(It's 1080P on Pro , 900P regular)
Amazing game.

[Blu3_Berry]

I really hope this sells a ton of copies. It deserves it.

[jznrpg]

PS has s lot of unique games, TLG just came out

[Elda]

Always..which is a great thing.

[343_Guilty_Spark]

I'm more interested in Hellblade tbh.

[joab777]

Yeah, but Nioh too. And P5 is another that is my trifecta of exclusives I'm looking forward to.

[susanto1228]

It's not an Exclusive tired of hearing this...it's already showing up Steam for a pre purchase NOT AN EXCLUSIVE.

[CrimsonWing69]

Demo was excellent

[SpinalRemains138]

EMIL!!!!!!!!!! 😭

[Hedstrom]

Great demo!

[FernDiggidy]

Demo is fucking awesome! Can't wait

[kenwonobi]

To truly enjoy it you have to see it on PS4 Pro. It's gonna be a wonderful game I think.

[Silly gameAr]

I think people with og PS4's are going to enjoy it also.

[ABBAJESUS]

Dat butt xD

[Hardiman]

What a demo to what I can only anticipate will be a fantastic game! Day one for me.

[Rangerman1208]

Isn't Square considering an XBO port of Nier Automata, making this game more like a Timed exclusive than an actual exclusive?

Which reminds me, I think this also goes the same with Ace Combat 7 since Bamco is also considering An XBO port.

[Liqu1d]

Not a PS4 exclusive.

[DivineAssault]

This is looking to be a must have