NieR: Automata is a critically acclaimed video game, often hailed as one of the greatest masterpieces by creators Yoko Taro and PlatinumGames. The game’s success is evident in its massive sales figures, the orchestras performing concerts based on its soundtrack, and numerous crossovers with other games. In fact, Shuhei Yoshida, former head of PlayStation Indies, attests to its significant impact on the Japanese gaming industry.
In a recent interview with AV Watch (a Japanese publication), shared by Genki on social media, Yoshida discussed how Yoko Taro, intentionally or unintentionally, influenced the approach of Japanese game developers towards modern design when NieR: Automata was released in 2017.
Shuhei Yoshida expresses that NieR: Automata significantly boosted the Japanese gaming industry, which had been attempting to follow global trends during the PlayStation 3 era, but found success despite not focusing on international sales.
Shuhei Yoshida suggests that NieR: Automata, developed by Yoko Taro, proved successful worldwide even though it wasn’t explicitly designed for overseas markets. This unexpected triumph helped resurrect the Japanese gaming industry during the PlayStation 3 era when they were struggling to keep up with international trends.
— Genki✨ (@Genki_JPN) March 28, 2025
According to Yoshida, the influence of Automata was immense, causing a shift in Japanese game design into a completely new phase post-impact.
The acclaimed action RPG, NieR: Automata, has proven its worth with widespread critical praise and impressive sales figures. Even its creator, Yoko Taro, considers the game’s success a fluke, but its impact is evident in spin-offs like Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising and Soulcaliber 6, where characters such as 2B have made appearances.
Currently, Yoko Taro is secretly working on a new project, and Shuhei Yoshida thinks that whatever emerges from it, the Japanese gaming industry will be deeply indebted to Taro and his NieR team. So, keep an eye on Shacknews for further updates and information about Taro’s upcoming project.
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2025-03-28 22:57