NieR: Automata - Where To Get Dented Plates

Efficiently Farming Dented Plates in NieR: Automata

Resource scarcity is a common challenge in NieR: Automata, even for abundant materials like Dented Plates. Many weapon upgrades require significant quantities. While Dented Plates are relatively common, efficient farming methods are crucial for accumulating the necessary amounts.

Optimal Farming Locations

Dented Plates are frequently dropped by:

• Small Biped (all variations)
• Small Flyer (all variations)
• Small Sphere (all variations)

These basic enemies are prevalent throughout the game. However, relying solely on random encounters and fast travel isn't the most efficient strategy.

The most effective farming location is the arena where Adam is first encountered in the main storyline.

1. Fast travel to the Desert: Housing Complex access point.
2. Proceed deeper into the ruins.
3. Descend to the pit.

Here, enemies continuously respawn, providing a consistent supply of Small Bipeds, the primary Dented Plate source. While enemy levels may vary depending on your game progress, the drop rate remains reasonably high. This location is also advantageous for farming Titanium Alloy.

Alternative Farming Spots

For players preferring varied locations, the Forest Kingdom offers numerous groups of spear-wielding Bipeds. These groups typically yield at least one Dented Plate. Exploring the forest also provides opportunities to gather Beast Hide. Higher-level Bipeds boast increased Dented Plate drop rates, so progressing through the game naturally increases your chances.

Increasing Drop Rates

Equipping drop-rate enhancing plug-in chips significantly improves Dented Plate acquisition. Remember to avoid death, as this permanently loses your equipped chips.