NieR: Automata Fishing Tips Revealed

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• How To Fish In NieR: Automata

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While NieR: Automata primarily focuses on the intense conflict between Androids and Machines, the game offers a variety of peaceful activities to explore. One such activity is fishing, which you can easily overlook during your playthrough. Although fishing won't boost your level, it's an excellent way to acquire rare items and earn money quickly without engaging in combat.

Here's a detailed guide on how to fish in NieR: Automata and what you can do with your catches.

How To Fish In NieR: Automata

Fishing in NieR: Automata is accessible in almost any body of water, even shallow areas like the water near the Resistance Camp. To start fishing, simply stand still in the water until the fishing prompt appears above your character's head. Hold down the designated button to have your character sit and cast their pod:

• PlayStation: O
• Xbox: B
• PC: Enter

After casting your pod, wait patiently for a fish to nibble. You'll notice the pod bobbing up and down, but hold off on reeling it in until the pod is fully submerged and you hear a distinct plopping sound. You have just a second to press the reel-in button; miss it, and the fish escapes. Fortunately, you can recast as many times as you want without any limitations, allowing you to fish to your heart's content.

For added convenience, you can equip a plug-in chip that displays a fishing icon in the top right corner of your screen whenever you're in a fishable body of water.

Rewards For Fishing In NieR: Automata

Whether you're casting your line in a serene pond or a murky sewer, the fish and junk items you catch can be sold for a good sum of money. This method is one of the safest and quickest ways to earn money early in the game, particularly useful for those looking to increase their plug-in chip capacity. If you're fishing in a sewer, you might even snag an Iron Pipe, which can be one of the game's better weapons if luck is on your side.