"NieR Re[in]carnation", the latest in the NieR series, has been announced for iOS / Android.
The game is scheduled to be released this year, the 10th anniversary of NieR, so expectations for the game are high.
Not much information about "NieR Re[in]carnation" has been announced so far, but on Monday, July 13, 2020, the official website was renewed and new information was released!
A new promotional movie has also been released!
New information is released one after another!
The renewed "NieR Re[in]carnation" official website has an impressive main visual with the catchphrase "All your prayers are in a cage".
This visual alone stirs the imagination.
The story of "NieR Re[in]carnation" has also been announced.
"NieR Re[in]carnation"公式サイトThe girl wakes up on a cold stone floor.
It was a vast space lined with large buildings.Guided by a mysterious creature who calls herself "Mama," the girl begins to walk on the stone pavement.
To regain what she has lost, and to atone for her sins.I don't even know how or who made this cage.
I don't even know who or how it was made.
We're even more excited for the release to find out what kind of story it will be!
Along with the story, details about the characters that will appear were also announced!
A girl in white
"NieR Re[in]carnation"公式サイトClosed Stone, Dream of Another World
The girl suddenly found herself collapsed on top of the stone of the "Cage."
She is tormented by nightmares that she has every night.
She has a kind and cheerful personality,
but what is the reason for her collar and bandages?
This character is probably the protagonist of this work.
Will the mystery be solved as the story progresses?
The CV is played by Rika Nagae, who is well known for her portrayal of Sasshi Kugawa in "THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS"!
Mom
Thousands of Stories, Tens of Thousands of Dream Traces
A mysterious creature who calls herself "Mama.
She seems to know something about "cages".
She guides the girl.
She enjoys the scenery, messes with the decorations around her, and has a side that is a bit too free.
She also has a side of too much freedom.
"NieR Re[in]carnation"公式サイト
This character is the symbol of this game and is also the icon of the official Twitter account.
There's no doubt that she is a character who holds the key to the story, but who exactly is she?
Her voice actor is Hara Yumi, who is well known for playing Shijou Takane in "The Idolmaster" series!
Black Monster
"NieR Re[in]carnation"公式サイトHidden words, Lost dreams
A mysterious being wanders within the "Cage".
Its appearance resembles both an armored knight and a silent insect.
It seems to have some kind of purpose, but...
Another mysterious character. At this point, we don't know if she is an enemy or a friend.
The "purpose" of the black monster may be the key to the story.
The CV is by Motoyuki Kawahara, a talented dubbing artist who has done many voice-overs as well as animation!
The game system, including "cage", "memory" and "battle system" was also announced.
The new promotional movie shows some of the game's systems, but to be honest, we don't know much about them yet!
Memory" seems to have a different worldview and graphics, so it may have some important meaning.
Closed Beta Test!
Along with the renewal of the official site, the closed beta test will be held! We have also started recruiting participants!
The closed beta test is scheduled to be held from Wednesday, July 29, 2020 13:00 to Wednesday, August 5, 2020 12:59.
The number of applicants is 10,000 for iOS and 10,000 for Android, for a total of 20, 000, and if the number of applicants exceeds the number of applicants, a lottery will be held.
The application period is scheduled to end at 23:59 on Sunday, July 26, 2020, so those who want to play "NieR Re[in]carnation" ahead of others should apply now!
The "NieR Re[in]carnation" official website has recommended operating environment and precautions, so be sure to check them before applying.
You will need to register as a member of SQUANIMEN MEMBERS (free of charge) to apply.
Present campaign underway!
The "NieR Re[in]carnation" official Twitter is now running a "New promotion movie release & closed beta test campaign"!
Ten participants will be selected by lottery to receive a key visual A4 size mini-poster and an original "Mom's Frame" as a set present.
To participate, simply follow the official "NieR Re[in]carnation" Twitter account and retweet the following tweet!
Entries will be accepted until Sunday, July 26, 2020, so retweet now!
【新プロモーションムービー公開&クローズドβテスト開催決定キャンペーン】フォロー&本ツイートをRTしてくれた方の中から抽選で、10名様にキービジュアルA4サイズミニポスターとオリジナル「ママのフレーム」をセットでプレゼントいたします。〈応募期限:7月26日まで〉 #リィンカネ #NieR #ニーア
— NieR Re[in]carnation (@NieR_Rein) July 13, 2020
Exciting new information
With the renewal of the official website & the announcement of new information, the mystery seems to have deepened even more.
There are many things we are curious about, such as what kind of story will be told, what kind of game system will be used, etc. Let's wait for further information!
For more information, please check the official "NieR Re[in]carnation" website andTwitter!