NieR: Automata offers several editions, each with unique content. This guide clarifies the differences between the Game of the YoRHa, End of the YoRHa, and Become as Gods editions.
Game of the YoRHa vs. End of the YoRHa Editions
The primary distinction lies in platform availability:
- Game of the YoRHa: PlayStation and PC.
- End of the YoRHa: Nintendo Switch.
Both include the base game and the 3C3C1D119440927 DLC, featuring:
- New outfits for 2B, 9S, and A2.
- Three challenge arenas with tiered difficulty and quests.
- A secret boss.
The End of the YoRHa edition uniquely offers optional motion controls and touchscreen support (in handheld mode). It also allows separate purchase of the 6C2P4A118680823 DLC, containing additional costumes from NieR: Replicant.
The Game of the YoRHa edition boasts exclusive content:
- Various Pod skins (Play System, Cardboard, Retro Grey, Retro Red, Grimoire Weiss).
- An amazarashi Head Pod Skin (PlayStation only).
- A Machine Mask accessory.
- PlayStation 4 dynamic theme and avatars (PlayStation only).
- Desktop wallpapers and a Valve character accessory (PC only).
Become as Gods Edition
Exclusive to Xbox, the Become as Gods edition largely mirrors the Game of the YoRHa edition, including:
- 3C3C1D119440927 DLC.
- Machine Mask accessory.
- Grimoire Weiss Pod.
- Cardboard, Retro Grey, and Retro Red Pod skins.
In terms of core gameplay and story, all editions are identical. The differences primarily involve platform-specific extras and additional cosmetic DLC. Choosing an edition depends on your preferred platform and whether you value the exclusive cosmetic items.