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gaming1 year ago

Yoko Taro's Concert Tease Sparks Nier 3 Speculation

Yoko Taro seemingly teased Nier 3 at the recent Nier: Orchestra Concert in London by displaying the word R3PENT, sparking speculation among fans. While some see it as a hint for the much-anticipated third game in the series, others caution that it may simply be part of the concert. With no official comment from Square Enix, the future of the Nier franchise remains uncertain, despite the success of Nier: Automata and ongoing fan interest.

gaming1 year ago

"Nier 3 Teased by Yoko Taro Seven Years After Automata"

Seven years after the release of Nier: Automata, director Yoko Taro has hinted at a potential sequel during a recent Nier orchestra concert in London, where he urged the audience to applaud for an Automata sequel in the presence of the Square Enix president. With Nier: Automata selling eight million units and the mention of "repent" and "R3PENT" during the concert, speculation about a sequel has been fueled. Nier producer Yosuke Saito has also hinted at more Nier games in the future, with a surprise planned for early 2024.

gaming2 years ago

The Future of Nier: A Sequel on the Horizon

Square Enix producer Yosuke Saito has confirmed that a new entry in the Nier series will be released as long as Nier chief Yoko Taro is alive, but it won't be happening anytime soon. Saito and Taro are currently working on a non-Nier related project that they hope to reveal in 2024. Despite the success of Nier: Automata, which sold 7.5 million copies, Taro believes repeating that level of success would be "completely impossible," while Saito acknowledges it won't be "easy."

gaming2 years ago

Yoko Taro and Yosuke Saito Collaborate on New Project, Set for 2024 Announcement

Yoko Taro and Yosuke Saito, the creators of the NieR series, teased upcoming developments at the G-STAR 2023 event, assuring fans that the franchise will continue as long as Taro is alive. They also revealed that they are working on a separate project, which will be discussed next year. No specific titles were mentioned. NieR:Automata, the popular entry in the series, has sold over seven million units worldwide.

entertainment2 years ago

"NieR: Orchestra Concert 12024 [ the end of data ] brings epic finale to fans"

Square Enix and AWR Music Productions have announced the "NieR: Orchestra Concert 12024 [ the end of data ]" tour, featuring a symphony orchestra and chorus, recorded readings by characters 2B and 9S, and a new episode written by director Yoko Taro. The tour begins on January 24, 2024, in Los Angeles and includes stops in Chicago, Berlin, Barcelona, Paris, Bangkok, and Orlando.

entertainment2 years ago

"NieR Creator Yoko Taro's Nightmarish Emil Mask Lost, Replacement Possessed?"

Yoko Taro, the creator of NieR: Automata, lost his iconic Emil mask before a panel at Anime Expo 2023 in Los Angeles. Unable to find a replacement, Taro settled for a 30-year-old mask from a specialist store, which he believes is cursed or possessed. His staff suggests returning the mask, but Taro is drawn to it for unknown reasons.

entertainment2 years ago

Yoko Taro's Iconic Mask Vanishes at Anime Expo 2023

Nier creator Yoko Taro lost his iconic Emil mask at Anime Expo 2023 when a producer from Fuji TV misplaced it during a night of drinks. Unable to find a replacement, Taro purchased a large leprechaun mask from a specialist store in LA, suspecting it may be cursed. The creepy new mask, which cost $120, has a soulless appearance and Taro's staff is considering returning it.