Square Enix's acclaimed action RPG, Nier: Automata, has achieved a remarkable milestone, surpassing 10 million units in global sales since its 2017 debut. This significant accomplishment was recently highlighted by a YouTube video from the publisher, which, intriguingly, concluded with a message: 'Nier: Automata to be continued…' This tantalizing hint has ignited widespread speculation among fans regarding the future of the beloved franchise.
Following the video's release, prominent industry figure Geoff Keighley promptly shared a screenshot of the cryptic message on social media, further amplifying the buzz. Nier: Automata, a direct successor to the 2010 title Nier, saw a mobile game spin-off in 2021 that was subsequently discontinued in 2024. This mobile iteration, however, did not fully resonate with the dedicated fanbase, who have long clamored for a proper console or PC follow-up to Automata.
Addressing these fan sentiments last November, series creator Yoko Taro revealed that despite working on various projects, several had unfortunately been canceled. Nevertheless, Taro's recent activities strongly suggest his involvement in Automata's next chapter. He not only shared the celebratory YouTube video on his X account, expressing gratitude for the players' unwavering support, but also participated in the game's ninth-anniversary livestream, which occurred recently.
While the exact nature of this 'continuation' remains shrouded in mystery, the declaration strongly implies that either a direct sequel or a new spin-off is in development. It's also conceivable that this continuation could manifest in non-video game media, drawing parallels to the critically acclaimed anime adaptation, Nier: Automata Ver1.1a, which premiered in 2023 and faithfully retells the game's narrative. Fans eagerly await further announcements to unravel the enigma surrounding Nier: Automata's evolving saga.
