T14E02- Nier Automata v1.1A: El legado de la humanidad...y de nosotros

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For their 250th episode, Juan and Diego revisit Nier Automata, the first game they ever discussed on the podcast.

The episode begins with casual banter about weather and a humorous anecdote about buying empanadas clandestinely in Barcelona. Juan and Diego then formally welcome listeners to their 250th episode of Estúpido Nerd, highlighting the milestone. They explain that they are returning to Nier Automata, the first topic they ever recorded for the podcast, now discussing its anime adaptation. The hosts list and explain key tropes from the anime, such as 'Filosofé de Meesta' and 'Dios está muerto', noting its philosophical depth. They share behind-the-scenes facts, including that game creator Yoko Taro co-wrote the anime and that production faced health-related delays. Juan reveals a hidden detail: hexadecimal codes in commercial cards translate to phrases related to each episode. The bulk of the episode is a detailed comparison between the anime and the video game. They critique the anime's visual style as generic and its 2D/3D mix as unappealing, while praising elements like the puppet scenes depicting alternate endings. Character analyses include Simón's tragic arc, the relationship between 2B and 9S, and the roles of Adam and Eve. They discuss how the anime simplifies or loses nuances from the game, such as Jean-Paul's philosophy and the robots' attempts to emulate humanity. The hosts explore themes like the legacy of humanity, the futility of war, and characters 'doing what they can' with limited resources. They express mixed feelings: enjoyment from nostalgia but disappointment in the adaptation's execution. The episode concludes with scoring: Juan gives the anime a 7, Diego an 8, averaging to 7.5. They thank listeners, promote their Patreon, and tease the next episode about Geralt of Rivia.

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