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NieR: Automata Anglers Cast Their Lines in New Fishing Guide

by Emery Feb 11,2025

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NieR: Automata's world offers more than just android-machine conflict. Fishing, a surprisingly lucrative and relaxing pastime, provides a non-violent alternative to combat. While it won't boost your combat level, it's a fantastic way to quickly acquire rare items and generate income without expending resources on battling machines. This guide details how to fish and what rewards await.

How To Fish In NieR: Automata

Fishing is accessible near any body of water, even shallow areas like those outside the Resistance Camp. Simply stand still in the water; a fishing prompt will appear above your character. Holding the button initiates the fishing process:

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

After casting your pod, wait for a distinct "plop" sound indicating a bite – the pod will submerge. Quickly press the reel-in button; you have a limited window to react before the fish escapes. There's no limit to the number of casts, so fish as much as you desire.

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 acquired through fishing command high prices. This makes fishing an efficient early-game money-making method, particularly beneficial for expanding plug-in chip capacity. Sewers offer a chance to catch the Iron Pipe, a potentially powerful weapon depending on your luck.

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