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Nier is a popular action RPG franchise directed by Yoko Taro and published by Square Enix that first released in 2010. The franchise is a spin-off of the Drakengard video game series and is known for incorporating various video game genres within the game itself for a unique experience. Nier gained popularity with the release of Nier: Automata, the sequel to Nier, that takes place in the future and focuses on androids 2B and 9S. With the critical and commercial success of Nier: Automata, the franchise has expanded to other media forms that includes a popular anime series.