Yoko Taro claims that Nier Automata has 26 endings because Square Enix wanted more content

Since its release, Nier Automata has captured the attention of players and critics for its innovative narrative and complex gameplay. One of the most notable elements of the game is its impressive number of endings, which totals 26. This approach, reminiscent of the philosophy of its predecessor Drakengard, was driven by the intervention of Square Enix, which requested PlatinumGames to add more content to the title. According to director Yoko Taro, this requirement arose in response to the need to make the game more appealing in a competitive market. Yoko Taro blames Square Enix […]

Since its release, Nier Automata has captured the attention of players and critics for its innovative narrative and complex gameplay. One of the standout elements of the game is its impressive number of endings, which totals 26. This approach, reminiscent of the philosophy of its predecessor Drakengard, was driven by the intervention of Square Enix, which requested PlatinumGames to add more content to the title. According to director Yoko Taro, this requirement arose in response to the need to make the game more appealing in a competitive market.

Yoko Taro blames Square Enix for the craziness of Nier Automata

During a recent interview on the occasion of the 15th anniversary of the series, Taro revealed how, initially, Nier Automata contained fewer endings, but the development team was instructed to expand the player experience, resulting in the rich variety of outcomes found in the game. This decision not only enriches the narrative but also extends gameplay time, offering players various forms of interaction and rewards.

However, Taro also shared more serious concerns in recent interviews, expressing his worry about the impact of artificial intelligence on the video game development industry. The creator warned that, in the near future, developers could face the threat of losing their jobs due to automation, suggesting that they could be displaced and treated like minstrels in a context where human creativity is underestimated in favor of machines.

On the other hand, the head of PlayStation has praised Nier Automata as a savior of Japanese games in the international landscape. Despite this recognition, Taro was urged to focus on the Japanese market, reflecting the ongoing challenge of balancing local creativity with the demands of the global market.

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Author: Álvaro Arbonés

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