NieR: Automata Resource Management: Farming Dented Plates
While resource abundance varies in NieR: Automata, the demand for materials, especially for weapon upgrades, remains high. Dented Plates, a frequently needed resource, can be efficiently farmed using several strategies.
Efficient Dented Plate Farming Locations
Dented Plates are commonly dropped by:
- Small Biped (all variants)
- Small Flyer (all variants)
- Small Sphere (all variants)
These common enemies are prevalent throughout the game. However, relying solely on random encounters isn't the most efficient method.
The optimal farming location is the arena where Adam is first encountered in the main story.
- Fast Travel: Use the "Desert: Housing Complex" access point.
- Navigate to the Pit: Follow the path into the ruins and descend to the pit.
- Endless Spawning: Machines, primarily Small Bipeds, continuously respawn, providing a consistent supply of Dented Plates. This location also offers Titanium Alloy farming opportunities.
Alternative Farming Locations
For a more varied approach:
- Forest Kingdom: Groups of spear-wielding Bipeds frequently drop Dented Plates. This area also yields Beast Hide.
- Higher-Level Enemies: Progressing the story unlocks encounters with higher-level Bipeds, increasing the Dented Plate drop rate.
Pro-Tip: Equip drop-rate boosting plug-in chips to maximize your yield. Remember to avoid death to prevent permanent chip loss.