Nier: Automata Ver1.1a Dominates Anime Season as Undisputed Sleeper Hit

Nier: Automata Ver.1.1a Review: The Best Parts Finally Shine Through

After being left underwhelmed by the first episode of Nier: Automata Ver.1.1a, I didn’t think I’d return to it. But, the show has surprisingly won me over, showcasing its sharp handling of the game’s overlapping tragedies, and ultimately leaving me feeling deflated – but in a good way this time.

A Futuristic World with a Humanitarian Crisis

Set in the distant future, the Earth has been abandoned by humanity, with humans living on the moon. The Council of Humanity sends android soldiers to fight in their stead in a war against machine life-forms, sent by alien masters. The story follows 2B (Yui Ishikawa/Kira Buckland) and 9S (Natsuki Hanae/Kyle McCarley), special forces androids working for the rather ominous organization YoRHa, operating out of a space station, with their operatives all dressed in doll-like finery.

The Strengths of Adapting Nier to Anime

Nier: Automata was already a multimedia project; it’s been proven that the story can work when taken out of its original context. Anime adaptations of games can be a tricky prospect, but Nier: Automata Ver.1.1a takes advantage of its new medium to explore new routes into the characters’ subjective perspectives, elaborating on the nuances of relationships that are incredibly thorny.

Breaking the Mold

Some shows get around the constraints of adapting games by using the world of the game as a springboard into new stories. Nier: Automata Ver.1.1a uses this approach to create fresh elements, zooming out and painting a more detailed picture of the supporting cast. The show capitalizes on the multimedia sprawl that Nier has become, rather than just a straight adaptation of the games, keeping things fresh.

The Show’s Interest in Exploring the Source Material

Nier: Automata Ver.1.1a is interested in exploring the lore connections that existed in the game, dragging them to the surface and elaborating on them. The show’s ability to expand on the world and its characters is what makes it feel special and expansive.

Conclusion

The best parts of Nier: Automata Ver.1.1a didn’t land right away, but the show’s consistent execution has won me over. It’s an anime that finally shines through with its best qualities, creating a captivating and engaging viewing experience.

Recommended For:

• Fans of the Nier: Automata game
• Viewers looking for a thought-provoking and character-driven anime
• Anyone interested in exploring the darker themes of artificial intelligence and humanity