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Nier: Automata Creator Lauds Stellar Blade

Get ready for Stellar Blade's upcoming release with glowing reviews from the mastermind behind Nier: Automata.
Nier: Automata Creator Lauds Stellar Blade

Highlights

  • Yoko Taro praises Stellar Blade as superior to Nier: Automata, highlighting its exceptional visuals and gameplay mechanics.
  • Developed by Shift Up and published by Sony, Stellar Blade offers intense combat scenarios and strategic gameplay elements.
  • Stellar Blade's director Kim Hyung-tae and Nier: Automata's director Yoko Taro engage in a friendly debate over the merits of their respective games.

With the highly anticipated release of Stellar Blade on the horizon, Yoko Taro, the mastermind behind Nier: Automata, is singing praises of the upcoming game, considering it a cut above his own creation. Taro recently shared his admiration for Stellar Blade in a conversation with the game's director, Kim Hyung-tae, shedding light on what makes the game stand out.

Stellar Blade is an action-packed adventure title in the works at Shift Up, set to be published by Sony Interactive Entertainment. The game promises players thrilling combat encounters that require both skill and strategy, featuring a diverse array of formidable foes to overcome.

In a recent interview with IGN Japan, Stellar Blade director Kim Hyung Tae and Nier: Automata director Yoko Taro engaged in a lively discussion about their respective projects, with Taro commending Kim's work. Despite Taro's seniority, he holds Kim in high regard, particularly impressed by the craftsmanship displayed in Stellar Blade. Players got a taste of what's to come with a demo of Stellar Blade back in March, with some devoted fans logging over 50 hours of gameplay.

While Nier: Automata garnered widespread acclaim upon its 2016 release for its narrative and gameplay mechanics, Taro finds Stellar Blade to be a step above his previous work. Taro expressed his admiration, stating, "Stellar Blade is an exceptional game, surpassing Nier: Automata by far."

When questioned about the reasons behind his preference for Stellar Blade over Nier: Automata, Taro highlighted the game's stunning graphics, describing them as a leap forward in quality. The banter between the two directors continued, with Kim asserting his belief that Nier: Automata reigns supreme. "Stellar Blade can't hold a candle," Kim remarked, emphasizing Taro's storytelling prowess over his own skills. As discussions veered towards gameplay, Kim acknowledged his focus on visuals rather than storytelling, striving to compensate with engaging game mechanics.

While a sequel to Nier: Automata looms on the horizon, teased by series producer Yosuke Saito, the Nier franchise's future seems intertwined with Taro's vision. As anticipation builds for the official launch of Stellar Blade, both it and Nier: Automata have amassed dedicated followings. Stellar Blade is set to debut exclusively on the PlayStation 5 on April 26, 2024.

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