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NieR: Automata offers a diverse arsenal, from quirky choices like the Iron Pipe to heavy hitters such as the Type-40 Blade. Many weapons are unique to the game, but one stands out for fans of Square Enix: Noctis's Engine Blade from Final Fantasy XV. This guide details its location and key stats.
Where To Find The Engine Blade In NieR: Automata
The Engine Blade is located within the factory area, but not accessible during the game's opening sequence. You'll need to progress to a later point in the game as 2B. Chapter Select (Chapter 9) provides a shortcut for quick acquisition. Begin at the Factory: Hanger access point.
Exiting the access point, take the right path (2D camera perspective). You'll pass a fenced area, climb broken stairs, and navigate conveyor belts with moving boxes and potentially lethal presses. Jump to the next cylinder, encountering spider-like enemies.
Enter the door to your left, ascending stairs while dodging exploding enemies. A railing ends midway, leading to an extended platform. Proceed towards the camera to trigger a 2D platforming section, jumping across presses to the left. The final room contains three chests; the Engine Blade is in the leftmost chest, with a locked chest to the right.
Beware: Exploding enemies will descend from the ceiling as you approach.
Engine Blade Stats In NieR: Automata
- Attack Power: 160-200
- Combo: Light 5, Heavy 3
This weapon allows four upgrades, ultimately reaching a light combo of 7 hits (requires finding Masamune). Unlike the Iron Pipe, it boasts a tighter damage range, providing more predictable damage output.