New details, boxart and a Spring 2010 release date for Nier @ Gaming Target

Written by John Scalzo on December 12, 2009

News: Along with some new boxart as well.

Square Enix has released a few new details on Nier, their Cavia-developed action RPG that will be coming to the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 next year.

First of all, the game has been given some spiffy new boxart, which can be seen to the left. It has also been given a general release date of Spring 2010, joining a long list of games that are scheduled to hit store shelves during the March through May time period.

Square Enix has also released a new plot summary for the game as well as an update feature list, both of which can be found right here:

"" Players will jump into the title role of the unyielding Nier as he begins his desperate quest to discover a cure for his daughter, Yonah, who is stricken with the deadly Black Scrawl disease. Armed with a powerful set of magical abilities as well as mighty swords and armor, Nier will do battle alongside a set of formidable allies against waves of dark enemies and giant bosses to discover the truth about the disease, his daughter... and himself. ""

Features

The Next RPG from Square Enix: Nier, the newest franchise from RPG masters Square Enix, delivers unique and memorable characters, intense action-packed battles, explosive magic and storytelling like only Square Enix can.

Unbelievable Story Twists and Reveals: Immerse in an amazingly intricate storyline set in a world plagued by human anguish, buried secrets and a ravaging disease. With plot twists hiding around every corner, Nier's story needs to be seen to be believed.

RPG Gameplay Injected With Action-Packed Combat: Battle ferocious and mysterious enemies by combining proven RPG-style gameplay, such as magic, character development and faithful allies, with action-focused explosive swordplay and combat.

Powerful Magical Abilities: When his sword isn't enough, Nier can call on a remarkable array of stylish and powerful spells to augment his combat moves and overcome adversaries. As players progress, upgraded spells will help defeat ever-more-deadly enemies.

Brutal Combat Moves: Face off against evil creatures and unleash brutal combat moves along with devastating combo attacks. Unlock an arsenal of devastating weapons, each with its own design and attack style.

Formidable Allies: Travel with a dynamic party of allies and do battle against monstrous giants as a powerful and united party.

A Dynamic and Stunning World: Travel across an unforgettable world filled with dynamic landscapes featuring the hauntingly familiar remains of modern society.