Hey, Daily Quest readers.
It's been almost nine years since Nier: Automata gave us all an existential crisis we're still recovering from, and guess what? The game just hit 10 million copies sold. That's absolutely wild for a title that was once considered a niche cult classic. To celebrate, Square Enix dropped a video on their Japanese YouTube channel that's got the entire Nier fanbase losing their minds — because buried at the end is a brief message that reads: "Nier: Automata to be continued..."
Cue the speculation explosion. Is this a sequel? A remaster? A Switch 2 port? Or are we all just getting our hopes up for nothing? Let's break down what we know, what we think we know, and what this tease could actually mean for the future of one of gaming's most beloved philosophical action games.
Nier: Automata Hits 10 Million Copies — A Huge Milestone
First, let's acknowledge the achievement itself. 10 million copies sold is massive for a game like Nier: Automata. When it first launched back in 2017, it was considered a risky bet — a follow-up to the original Nier, which was itself a cult classic that didn't light up sales charts.
But Automata? It resonated. Between the hauntingly beautiful soundtrack, the emotionally devastating story, the unforgettable characters (2B, 9S, A2), and Platinum Games' buttery-smooth combat, it became a phenomenon. It's the kind of game people still talk about nearly a decade later, recommending it to friends and revisiting it for that emotional gut-punch.
So yeah, 10 million sales? Absolutely deserved.
The Tease: "Nier: Automata To Be Continued..."
Now let's get to the juicy part. At the end of Square Enix's celebratory video (spotted by Twitter user TropicalMaku), a message briefly flashes on screen:
That's it. No trailer. No gameplay footage. Just those four words and a promise that something is coming.
Naturally, the Nier community immediately went into full detective mode. But before we start manifesting a sequel, let's talk about what this could realistically mean.
What Could "To Be Continued" Actually Mean?
Option 1: A Switch 2 Port/Upgrade
Let's start with the most realistic possibility: this could be teasing an upgraded version of Nier: Automata for the Nintendo Switch 2, which is expected to launch soon.
Here's the evidence:
- The Switch 2 hasn't received a version of Automata yet
- Square Enix has ported Automata to basically everything (PS4, Xbox, PC, Switch)
- Series producer Yosuke Saito recently promised "a little something" for the game's ninth anniversary (which is next week)
- The wording says "Nier: Automata to be continued" — not "Nier" or "the Nier series"
So yeah, this could just be a remaster or next-gen upgrade announcement. Not the most exciting outcome, but it would make business sense.
Option 2: DLC or Expanded Content
Another possibility? New DLC or a Director's Cut-style expansion. Think Ghost of Tsushima or Death Stranding — games that got surprise expanded editions years after launch.
Automata already has some DLC, but imagine:
- New story chapters
- Additional endings (because Yoko Taro loves his 47 endings)
- More costumes and weapons
- Quality-of-life improvements
It's not a full sequel, but it would be something substantial for fans who've been starving for more Nier content.
Option 3: A Full-Blown Sequel (The Dream Scenario)
Okay, let's talk about what we really want: Nier: Automata 2 or a brand-new entry in the series.
Here's why this could happen:
- 10 million sales is nothing to sneeze at — that's sequel-worthy numbers
- The Nier series has been relatively quiet since Automata (aside from the mobile game Reincarnation and the anime adaptation)
- Yoko Taro has expressed interest in continuing the series if there's demand
- Square Enix knows they're sitting on a goldmine
But here's the reality check: Square Enix specifically said "Nier: Automata to be continued," not "The Nier series continues" or "A new Nier game is coming." That wording suggests it's focused on Automata specifically, which leans more toward a port/remaster than a sequel.
Still, we can dream, right?
My Take: Temper Your Expectations (But Stay Hopeful)
I'm going into this with cautious optimism. The wording really feels like it's pointing toward a Switch 2 port or anniversary re-release rather than a full sequel.
But here's the thing: even if it's "just" a remaster or upgrade, that's still a win. Nier: Automata is a masterpiece, and getting more people to experience it on new hardware — especially with potential performance upgrades, visual enhancements, or quality-of-life tweaks — is a good thing.
And if it is a sequel? Well, then Square Enix just became my favorite publisher again.
We'll Know Soon — Automata's 9th Anniversary Is Next Week
The good news? We won't have to wait long for answers. Nier: Automata's ninth anniversary is coming up in just one week, and with Yosuke Saito already promising "a little something" for the occasion, it seems like the announcement is imminent.
Whether it's a sequel, a remaster, or just a fancy anniversary art book, at least we know something is coming. And for a series that's been relatively quiet for years, that's reason enough to get hyped.
Final Thoughts
Nier: Automata hitting 10 million sales is a massive achievement, and the "to be continued" tease has the entire fanbase buzzing with speculation. Whether it's a Switch 2 upgrade, new DLC, or the long-awaited sequel, we'll find out soon enough.
Until then, stay strong, Operators. Glory to mankind.
What do you think the tease is hinting at — sequel, remaster, or something else entirely? Drop your predictions in the comments below! Stay questing — and don't forget to follow @TheDailyQuest0 for more daily gaming quests! 🎮🤖
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