NieR: Automata Fishing Guide Goes Live

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• How To Fish In NieR: Automata
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NieR: Automata's world extends beyond the android-machine conflict, offering peaceful diversions like fishing. This optional activity can be skipped entirely, but it provides a low-effort way to acquire rare items and earn quick cash without the resource expenditure of combat.

This guide details how to fish and what rewards await.

How To Fish In NieR: Automata

Fishing is accessible in almost any body of water, even shallow areas. Simply stand still in the water; a fishing prompt will appear above your character. Holding the button initiates the fishing mini-game. Casting and reeling are controlled by a single button:

• O on PlayStation
• B on Xbox
• Enter on PC

After casting, wait for the pod to be fully submerged with a distinct "plopping" sound before rapidly pressing the reel-in button. A quick reaction is crucial; otherwise, the fish escapes. You can cast repeatedly without limitation. A helpful plug-in chip displays a fishing icon in the top-right corner when fishing is possible.

Rewards For Fishing In NieR: Automata

Most fish and junk items obtained through fishing fetch a decent price. This makes it a safe and efficient early-game method for accumulating funds, particularly useful for expanding plug-in chip capacity. Sewers offer a chance to acquire the Iron Pipe, a potentially powerful weapon depending on your luck.