NieR: Automata - Fishing Guide

NieR: Automata Fishing Guide: A Relaxing Way to Earn Big

NieR: Automata offers more than just intense android-machine warfare. Take a break from the battles and explore the calmer side of the game with fishing! This optional activity can be easily skipped, but it's a surprisingly effective way to earn quick cash and acquire rare items without the resource drain of combat.

How to Fish in NieR: Automata

Fishing is simple and can be done in almost any body of water, even shallow puddles! Just stand still in the water, and a fishing prompt will appear above your character. Hold the button to cast your Pod:

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

Once cast, wait for your Pod to be fully submerged with a distinct "plop" sound. Quickly press the same button again to reel in your catch. React fast; otherwise, the fish will escape! You can cast repeatedly with no limitations.

A helpful plug-in chip displays a fishing icon in the top right corner when you're near fishable water.

Rewards for Fishing in NieR: Automata

Most fish and junk items acquired through fishing fetch a good price when sold. This makes fishing an excellent early-game money-making method, particularly useful for expanding your plug-in chip capacity. Fishing in sewers even offers a chance to obtain the Iron Pipe, a potentially powerful weapon depending on your luck.