Fans of the NieR: Automata anime were treated to an exciting revelation via the official website and X account on Tuesday, May 28, 2024: the highly anticipated second part of the anime is slated for release in July 2024, during the Summer 2024 season. This news was accompanied by a promotional video titled Promotion File 11, which provided a sneak peek into what viewers can expect.
The promotional video begins with a poignant narration by a young girl, setting the stage for the androids’ duties in a world overrun by mechanical life forms. Transitioning into action, the trailer showcases thrilling scenes of 2B and 9S engaging in combat alongside machine life forms, underscoring their mission to save humanity and the Earth itself.
Exciting News for Fans as ‘NieR: Automata’ Anime Part 2 Set for Summer 2024
While the trailer doesn’t divulge significant plot details, it effectively builds anticipation for the upcoming installment, leaving fans eager for more. The video concludes with a cryptic message from 2B, adding an air of mystery to the impending release.
In addition to the release window, the promotional video also unveils the opening theme song for NieR: Automata anime part 2, titled “Black Box,” performed by the renowned Japanese singer, LiSA. Snippets of the track featured in the PV, tease fans with its melodic allure. Notably, the lyrics for “Black Box” were penned by Akita Hiromu of Amazarashi, who also contributed to the ending theme of the first part, “Antimony.”
Both LiSA and Akita Hiromu expressed their excitement and gratitude for being part of the project. LiSA conveyed her delight at being entrusted with the song by Akita-san, while the latter expressed honor in collaborating with LiSA, believing her voice to be a perfect fit for the evocative track.
Accompanying the announcement of the opening theme song is a new visual, crafted by the talented character designer and chief animation director, Jun Nakai. The illustration depicts the feet of a mysterious girl in red, hinting at new characters and developments in the series.
The NieR: Automata anime part 2 promises to entertain audiences with its blend of action, mystery, and emotional depth, as 2B, 9S, and A2 navigate a perilous world in their quest to reclaim Earth from mechanical tyranny. With its July 2024 premiere on the horizon, fans eagerly anticipate the continuation of this gripping saga.
