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 YoRHa designs, but one stands out for Square Enix fans: Noctis's Engine Blade from Final Fantasy XV. This guide details its location and key stats, accessible during your first playthrough.
The Engine Blade awaits within the factory, but not during the game's opening. You'll need to revisit as 2B. Chapter Select (Chapter 9) offers a shortcut. Begin at the Factory: Hanger access point.
Exiting the access point, veer right (2D camera perspective). Pass a fenced area, ascend broken stairs, and board a conveyor belt. Navigate the next belt carefully—avoid the descending presses. Jump to the cylinder beyond, where spider-like enemies await.
Enter the left door, climbing stairs while dodging exploding enemies. A railing ends mid-climb; the platform extends. Shift the camera angle for another 2D platforming section, traversing the presses to the left. The final room holds three chests. The Engine Blade is in the left chest; the right chest is locked.
Beware of more exploding enemies descending as you approach.
- Attack: 160-200
This weapon boasts four upgrade levels, culminating in a 7-hit light combo (requires finding Masamune). Its damage range is tighter than the Iron Pipe's, providing more predictable damage output.