NieR: Automata - Death Penalty Explained

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NieR: Automata, despite its appearance, incorporates unforgiving rogue-like mechanics. Death can severely hinder progress, potentially resulting in the permanent loss of hard-earned items and significant setbacks, especially in the late game. However, hope isn't lost upon death; a window of opportunity exists to reclaim what was lost. This guide details the consequences of death and the crucial process of body recovery.

Death Penalty In NieR: Automata Explained

Dying in NieR: Automata means losing all XP earned since your last save. More significantly, you'll lose all currently equipped Plug-In Chips. While you can always find replacements, some chips are rare and expensive to acquire and upgrade, making their loss impactful. Respawning leaves your equipped Plug-In Chip slots empty, requiring re-equipping or selecting a preset.

Crucially, these lost Plug-In Chips aren't gone forever. You have one chance to retrieve them. Failure to recover your body before another death results in the permanent loss of those chips.

Recovering Your Body In NieR: Automata

After death, your immediate priority is recovering your body. A blue body icon appears on the map, guiding you to its location. Interacting with it restores your Plug-In Chips. You then face a crucial choice:

Repair: You retain your Plug-In Chips but forfeit the lost XP. Your old body becomes an AI companion until its demise.

Retrieve: You regain the lost XP, but your old body is gone.

Regardless of your choice, your old Plug-In Chip setup can be re-equipped, overriding your current configuration. Alternatively, you can choose to simply add the recovered chips to your inventory.