Playable Characters
2B (YoRHa No.2 Type B)
2B is one of the main protagonists of NieR: Automata, an android designed for combat operations against the machine lifeforms that have overrun the Earth. She is stoic, disciplined, and highly skilled in battle, often seen adhering strictly to her mission objectives. Despite her calm exterior, 2B harbors complex emotions and struggles with the existential questions that arise from her experiences on the battlefield. Her relationship with her companion, 9S, forms a central aspect of the game's narrative, marked by loyalty, tragedy, and emotional depth.
9S (YoRHa No.9 Type S)
9S is a young male android partnered with 2B in NieR: Automata. Unlike 2B, he is more emotive, curious, and inquisitive about the world around him. 9S possesses advanced hacking abilities, allowing him to access and manipulate various systems encountered throughout the game. His intelligence and compassion make him a valuable ally to 2B, but also lead him to question the morality of their mission and the nature of their existence. As the game progresses, 9S undergoes profound character development, grappling with themes of identity, loss, and betrayal.
A2 (YoRHa Type A No.2)
A2 is a renegade YoRHa android and one of the playable characters in NieR: Automata. Unlike the more disciplined and obedient models like 2B and 9S, A2 operates independently, driven by her own sense of justice and personal vendettas. She is fiercely determined and skilled in combat, possessing a strong sense of autonomy and individuality. A2's backstory and motivations are gradually revealed throughout the game, showcasing her complex relationship with the YoRHa organization and her own inner turmoil.
Unplayable Characters
Adam and Eve
Adam and Eve are twin machine lifeforms created by the Network, the collective consciousness of the machines in NieR: Automata. They serve as primary antagonists in the game, embodying the machine's quest for understanding humanity and their own existence. Adam is characterized by his intellectual curiosity and desire to comprehend the nature of life and death, while Eve is more emotional and prone to outbursts of rage. Their interactions with the protagonists, 2B, 9S, and A2, drive the game's narrative forward, leading to a climactic confrontation that challenges the boundaries between man and machine.
Commander
The Commander is the leader of YoRHa, issuing orders and missions to the androids under her command. She is characterized by her calm and authoritative demeanor, serving as a guiding figure for the protagonists as they navigate the complexities of their missions. While initially distant, the Commander demonstrates a deep concern for the well-being of her android soldiers, adding depth to her character as the story unfolds.
Pascal
Pascal is a machine lifeform and the leader of a peaceful machine village, striving to coexist peacefully with androids and humans. Despite being a machine, Pascal exhibits human-like qualities such as empathy, compassion, and a desire for understanding. As players interact with Pascal, they are confronted with moral dilemmas and questions about the nature of consciousness and identity, challenging their perceptions of what it means to be human.
Anemone
Anemone is the leader of the resistance movement, fighting against the oppressive rule of the machine network. She is characterized by her fierce determination, strategic brilliance, and unwavering commitment to the cause of freedom. Anemone serves as a mentor and ally to the protagonists, providing guidance, support, and valuable insights into the ongoing conflict between androids and machines.