Discover the Hidden Sources of Beast Hide in NieR: Automata

NieR: Automata boasts a diverse arsenal of weapons, upgradeable multiple times to extend their usefulness throughout the game. This guide focuses on acquiring Beast Hides, a crucial crafting material not readily available.

Obtaining Beast Hides

Beast Hides are dropped by wildlife, specifically moose and boar, found in the game's ruined city and forest areas. These creatures are identifiable on the mini-map by their white icons (as opposed to the black icons of machines). They tend to avoid players and robots, making them a bit trickier to farm than standard enemies. Their health pools are substantial, posing a challenge, especially to lower-level players. Higher-level animals may become aggressive even without provocation.

Tips for Acquiring Beast Hides

• Animal Bait: Using bait can lure wildlife closer, simplifying the hunting process.
• Respawn Mechanics: Wildlife respawns similarly to machines: fast traveling, traveling a significant distance, or progressing through story events will trigger respawns.
• Opportunistic Hunting: Since wildlife doesn't continuously respawn, hunt them opportunistically while exploring the forest and city ruins. The drop rate is relatively high, so casual hunting usually yields sufficient hides. Focus on acquiring enough for your currently equipped weapons to avoid unnecessary farming.

There's no dedicated "farming" method for Beast Hides. Consistent exploration and eliminating wildlife encountered naturally will provide the necessary resources.