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NieR: Automata allows extensive free-roaming and side-quest completion between main story missions. Much of the game's content might seem missable on a first playthrough. Completing the main story reveals the game's true depth; only after finishing the main narrative can you revisit and complete earlier side quests within the same save file. This guide explains how to unlock and utilize Chapter Select.
This article contains minor spoilers related to achieving the true ending.
How To Unlock Chapter Select In NieR: Automata
Unlocking Chapter Select requires completing one of the game's true endings. This involves finishing three playthroughs and selecting a specific ending during the final confrontation of the third playthrough. While referred to as playthroughs, many consider each a distinct chapter within the overarching narrative.
After viewing the credits of a playthrough, save the game. Load that save to begin the next section, playing as a different character. The final playthrough involves multiple character switches; completing it unlocks Chapter Select for that save file.
How Chapter Select Functions In NieR: Automata
Access the Chapter Select menu in two ways:
- From the main menu of the save file upon loading the game.
- From any access point within the game world.
This menu allows selection of any game chapter to resume the main story from that point. All profile aspects—weapons, level, and items—carry over. When loading a chapter with multiple playable characters, you can choose which character to control.
Note that completed side quests cannot be replayed, regardless of the chosen chapter. Saving at an access point is crucial when switching chapters; otherwise, progress (levels and items) within the current chapter will be lost. Chapter Select is invaluable for completing all content and exploring alternative choices to obtain every ending.
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