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 Edition vs. End of the YoRHa Edition
The most significant difference lies in platform availability:
- Game of the YoRHa Edition: PlayStation and PC.
- End of the YoRHa Edition: Nintendo Switch.
Both include the base game and the 3C3C1D119440927 DLC, featuring:
- New outfits for 2B, 9S, and A2.
- Three challenging arenas with quests.
- 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) containing costumes from NieR: Replicant.
The Game of the YoRHa edition boasts exclusive content:
- Various Pod skins (Play System, Cardboard, Retro Grey, Retro Red, Grimoire Weiss).
- An amazarashi Head Pod Skin (PlayStation only).
- A Machine Mask accessory.
- PlayStation 4 dynamic theme and avatars (PlayStation only).
- Desktop wallpapers and a Valve character accessory (PC only).
Become As Gods Edition
Exclusive to Xbox, the Become As Gods edition largely mirrors the Game of the YoRHa edition, including the 3C3C1D119440927 DLC, a Machine Mask accessory, Grimoire Weiss Pod, and Cardboard, Retro Grey, and Retro Red Pod skins.
In Summary:
Story and core gameplay remain consistent across all editions. The choice depends on your platform and preference for additional cosmetic content. If you're on Switch, the End of the YoRHa edition is your only option, but the additional DLC is a separate purchase. For PlayStation and PC, the Game of the YoRHa edition provides a solid package of extras. The Xbox Become As Gods edition offers a comparable experience.
