Unlike later "definitive" versions, the Day One Edition focused on offering cosmetic flair and early-adopter bonuses rather than bundled story expansions. It was primarily available for the PlayStation 4 and PC. Key features included:
: The full experience of NieR: Automata , featuring the intense action-RPG gameplay and the multi-perspective narrative that requires multiple playthroughs to truly complete. Six Digital Bonus Items : Machine Mask Accessory : A cosmetic headpiece for 2B. nier-automata-day-one-edition
: Three distinct skins—Retro Grey, Retro Red, and Cardboard—giving your Pod a classic aesthetic. Unlike later "definitive" versions, the Day One Edition
: A skin modeled after the original PlayStation console. The Legacy of the Day One Edition Unlike later "definitive" versions