This is a guide to the conditions for reaching Ending C in NieR Replicant (Remake/PS4). Includes branching path and how to get it, but also includes a spoiler-filled explanation.
This article contains story spoilers.
Please read at your own risk.
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Ending C Branching Conditions
| Branching Conditions |
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| - On your 3rd playthrough or later - Collect all 33 weapons - In the final choice, select "To end Kainé's life..." |
Kainé Boss Fight Added After Shadowlord
If you meet the conditions to proceed to Ending C and beyond, a battle against Rampaging Kainé will be added after you defeat the Shadowlord. Similar to the Shadowlord fight, you'll be unable to use magic, so you'll have to rely on your weapons to defeat her.
Select "To end Kainé..." Final Choice
After defeating Rampaging Kainé, a choice will appear. Select To end Kainé's life and release her from her suffering to get Ending C. Choosing the other option will lead to Ending D (the data deletion route), so be careful.
Can Still Get Ending C without Deleting Data
Even if you mistakenly choose "To sacrifice my own existence...", you can still get Ending C by selecting No when asked about deleting your data. If you make a mistake, don't mash buttons and be sure to select "No".
Ending C Spoiler Explanation
Saving Kainé from Her Suffering
Ending C is an ending where you free Kainé from her suffering by killing her. Freed from her torment by death, Kainé disappears after saying a single word: "Thank you". The end credits roll as the protagonist picks up the Lunar Tear she left behind.
