Square Enix recently held its NieR 15th Anniversary Livestream, where they unveiled a series of exciting announcements and updates to celebrate the milestone. Dive into the details of what's planned for the franchise and get the latest from the Re[in]carnation monthly developer blog.
NieR 15th Anniversary Livestream
Square Enix Announced NieR 15th Anniversary Special Novel
To mark NieR's 15th Anniversary, Square Enix announced a variety of projects and events during their livestream on April 19. One of the highlights was the introduction of the online Special Novel titled [U]ndecided Option.
The novel will be updated three times, with the first update already available. The subsequent updates are scheduled for April 25 and May 2. The novel's synopsis teases, "Such a 'servant' meets a mysterious boy with a mysterious air and is guided."
In addition to the novel, Square Enix launched a dedicated 15th Anniversary website, serving as the central hub for the online special novel and other related projects and events celebrating the anniversary.
Exhibition, Concerts, Merchandise, and More
Square Enix is set to host an exhibition at Sunshine City in Ikebukuro, Japan, showcasing new artwork featuring the protagonists from Replicant, Automata, and Re[in]carnation. Further details on tickets and other specifics will be shared soon.
The NieR: Orchestra Concert 12024 is expanding with additional performances scheduled in Osaka on July 25 and 26, and Tokyo on August 2 and 3. Tickets are currently available through a lottery system, with more information accessible on the concert's official website.
A range of new merchandise was also announced, including a jazz album from NieR: Dinner Show – Somethin’ or Other 12024 set for release in December 2024, the NieR Weapon Story book with over 650 weapon stories from Replicant, Automata, and Re[in]carnation, and scale figures of the NieR series protagonists.
Re[in]carnation Developer Blog
Starting April 28, NieR Re[in]carnation, the first mobile title in the NieR series, will feature a monthly developer blog throughout the year. These blogs will provide insights into the creation process of Re[in]carnation.
Originally launched in January 2021, the game was unfortunately shut down in April 2024 due to monetization challenges. The unexpected developer blog has sparked speculation among fans about a potential sequel or remake, though no official word has been released.
The livestream concluded with a 20+ minute live performance featuring soundtracks from the NieR franchise. Square Enix has more in store for NieR enthusiasts, with further events and merchandise announcements on the horizon.
