NieR: Automata became a cult hit when the open-world action RPG launched in early 2017. Over time, the game saw continued success, far outselling the expectations of publisher Square Enix. With Nier: Replicant ver.1.22474487139… just around the corner, Nier: Automata celebrated its 4th anniversary with the announcement that 5.5 million copies have been sold.
Making the announcement on Twitter, the official NieR account said “It's a double celebration. Since launching in Japan four years ago today, #NieR:Automata has surpassed 5.5 million shipments and digital sales worldwide, and we'd like to thank every single moose-riding, mackerel-eating, machine-hacking, pod-fishing one of you – thank you!”