Why Nier: Automata has one of the best soundtracks ever
Nier: Automata’s acclaimed soundtrack is central to the game’s exploration of what it means to be human. The musical composition serves as a vehicle for the narrative’s core themes, following robots and androids seeking humanity through their experiences. Polygon recognized the game’s audio design as fundamental to its artistic achievement, selecting it as one of their best games of 2017. The soundtrack’s integration with the game’s philosophical questions about consciousness and humanity exemplifies how interactive music can elevate storytelling in video games.