NieR 15th Anniversary Celebrated Across Various Media

Square Enix recently celebrated NieR’s 15th Anniversary with a livestream that unveiled exciting upcoming events and updates. Dive into the details to discover what's in store for the beloved franchise and get the latest from Re[in]carnation's monthly developer blog.

NieR 15th Anniversary Livestream

Square Enix Announced NieR 15th Anniversary Special Novel

Square Enix marked NieR's 15th Anniversary with a range of announcements, showcasing the future of the franchise. During the livestream on April 19, they introduced the NieR online Special Novel, [U]ndecided Option.

The novel will unfold over three updates, with the first already accessible. The next 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.”

To complement this announcement, Square Enix launched a dedicated 15th Anniversary website, serving as the 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 fresh artwork of the protagonists from Replicant, Automata, and Re[in]carnation. Stay tuned for upcoming ticket and event details.

Additional dates for the NieR: Orchestra Concert 12024 have been confirmed for Osaka on July 25 and 26, and Tokyo on August 2 and 3. Tickets are available via lottery, and further details can be found on the concert's official website.

A variety of new merchandise has also been unveiled, including an album featuring newly recorded jazz arrangements from NieR: Dinner Show – Somethin’ or Other 12024, set for release in December 2024. Other items include the NieR Weapon Story book, boasting 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 franchise's first mobile title, will launch a monthly developer blog series, offering insights into the game's creation process throughout the year.

Originally released in January 2021, Re[in]carnation was unfortunately shut down in April 2024 due to monetization challenges. The sudden introduction of a developer blog has sparked speculation among fans about a potential sequel or remake, though no official confirmation has been made.

The livestream concluded with an engaging 20+ minute live performance featuring soundtracks from across the NieR franchise. Square Enix promises more exciting events and merchandise announcements in the near future, keeping the celebration alive for NieR fans.