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Speaking toIGN Japan, Taro answers a question about what works he’s been inspired by.

A fair, simple question, but you know Yoko Taro doesn’t disappoint with his answer.

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“The work I was most inspired by is Neon Genesis Evangelion,” he says.

Kim adds: “I was inspired by Evangelion as well.

It’s not easy to create something that surpasses your inspiration source.

Nier Automata

In that regard, Nier: Automata has a unique taste that only you could make.

I really envy that.

“I’m a visualist and not a storyteller.

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That, and the fact you’ll need a good lie down after finishing either of them.

Nier Automata director Yoko Taro

nier automata screenshot showing 2B battling a robot

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Lewis Pullman as "Bob" in Thunderbolts*

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The cast of Thunderbolts standing in an elevator during the trailer for the upcoming Marvel Phase 5 movie.

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