Nier (Original) vs Nier Replicant Graphics Comparison

See the differences in graphics, voice acting, and combat of the original PS3 release of Nier and the remastered Nier Replicant for PS4. The original Nier released in 2010 on PS3 and Xbox 360, and while it’s story is timeless, it’s gameplay elements weren’t that great. Nier Replicant ver. , out now for PS4, Xbox One, and PC isn’t quite a remake and not quite a remaster, but rather something in between--and it’s an astonishing improvement over the original version. This comparison encompasses the PS3 version of the original Nier and the PS4 version of Nier Replicant. This upgraded version of Nier Replicant uses a brand-new combat system that plays closer to Nier: Automata with features like new combo mechanics, a revamped magic system, lock-on enemy targeting, smoother player movement, higher resolution, better textures and assets, and a much smoother frame rate. And as you see in this comparison, it stars “brother Nier“ instead of “father Nier.“ In the video above, you’ll see a fight