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{{ii}} Tool used for customization of the pre-rendered cutscenes of the game. Previously known as NieRepack. | {{ii}} Tool used for customization of the pre-rendered cutscenes of the game. Previously known as NieRepack. | ||
{{++}} Can be used to save space or improve aspect ratio or performance of the cutscenes. | {{++}} Can be used to save space or improve aspect ratio or performance of the cutscenes. | ||
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+ | ===Debug build=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Owners can download a debug build of the game dated to [https://steamdb.info/app/524220/history/?changeid=2813013 March 22, 2017 10:31:47 UTC]. This version includes separate and more extensive debug menus, with an event teleporter along with achievement and save editors. Achievement removal is also possible. This version is outdated and should not be used for regular play. It is included here for completion's sake as it might be relevant for modders or some players. | ||
+ | {{ii}} A full additional game download is required (30 GB) and 50 GB of free space is required on the disk where Steam is installed. | ||
+ | {{--}} Controller is required to navigate the debug menus. | ||
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+ | {{Fixbox|description=Use the Steam console to download the debug version|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Aemony|date=2018-04-01|comment=I found this.}}</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | # Open a web browser, the Run window of Windows, File Explorer, or similar which allows URL links to be typed and executed. | ||
+ | # Open the following link: <code>steam://nav/console</code> | ||
+ | # Steam should now have opened its built-in console that allows the execution of Steam commands manually. | ||
+ | # Run the following console command: <code>download_depot 524220 524221 1677719970409151957</code> | ||
+ | # If executed properly the console will say: <pre>Downloading depot 524221 (29435 MB) ... </pre> | ||
+ | # Wait for the download to complete. '''Do not close Steam or shut down the computer as this will terminate the download!''' | ||
+ | # When the download is finished the following line will be printed in the console: <pre>Depot download complete : "C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\content\app_524220\depot_524221" (656 files, manifest 1677719970409151957)</pre> | ||
+ | # Open the folder where the debug build was downloaded to. You can now move the contents of the folder to a more proper location. | ||
+ | # Run <code>NieRAutomata.exe</code> from the folder to launch the debug build. | ||
+ | # After the intros have played, use RB + Back to open the debug pages. Some settings requires the A button to be held down on the controller while using the dpad to change the value. | ||
+ | |||
+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} There's no way to monitor or throttle the download progress without using external third-party tools. | ||
+ | }} | ||
==System requirements== | ==System requirements== |
Revision as of 09:02, 1 April 2018
Developers | |
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Platinum Games | |
Publishers | |
Square Enix | |
Engines | |
Platinum Engine | |
Release dates | |
Windows | March 17, 2017 |
Key points
- Controller is recommended over keyboard and mouse.[1]
- The High graphics preset defaults to 8x MSAA. The Ambient Occlusion setting on the other hand utilises SMAA.[2]
- Fullscreen mode outputs to a stretched and non-native resolution (unless fixed by using FAR).[2][3]
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | For some regions: Steam key is obtained through Redeem on the game disc which checks the bundled key and DVD authenticity.[4][5] |
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Publisher website | EU | |||
Amazon.com | ||||
Green Man Gaming | ||||
Steam |
- All versions require Steam and Denuvo Anti-Tamper DRM.[6]
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
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Cardboard Pod Skin | Part of the Day One Edition. | |
Grimoire Weiss Pod | Part of the Day One Edition. | |
Machine Mask Accessory | Part of the Day One Edition. | |
Retro Grey Pod Skin | Part of the Day One Edition. | |
Retro Red Pod Skin | Part of the Day One Edition. | |
Valve Character Accessory | Granted to early purchasers. This promotion ended 16:00 GMT 24th March 2017.[7] | |
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Version differences
NieR: Automata Day One Edition
- A timed limited edition that included additional bonus digital content (cosmetics only). This promotion ended 16:00 GMT 12 May 2017.
Essential improvements
FAR
- Adds performance and visual enhancements (e.g. fixed bloom scaling), and other PC-specific features
- Other third-party injection/overlay tools might interfere with this mod.[8]
- Changelog
- Source code
- Source code (Special K)
Adjust ambient occlusion resolution[9] |
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Notes
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Adjust bloom resolution[10] |
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Notes
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Adjust global illumination[2][11] |
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Notes
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Skip intro videos
Instructions[12] |
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Texture Pack
- Updates low resolution textures.
- Installation requires FAR.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\NieR_Automata\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/524220/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\NieR_Automata\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/524220/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Steam Cloud | Syncs settings across PCs as well, including video settings. |
Video settings
Borderless fullscreen windowed
Enable borderless window mode[13] |
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Anti-aliasing (AA)
- The High graphics preset defaults to 8x MSAA. The Ambient Occlusion setting on the other hand utilizes SMAA.[2][14]
- Having the Anti-aliasing (AA) option enabled in conjunction with Ambient Occlusion (AO) causes visual issues and the transition effect between LoD levels to be abrupt.[14][15]
High frame rate
- Can cause scripting/timing/physics bugs and prevent story/quest progression.[16]
Unlock the frame rate[17] |
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Notes
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Refresh rate (Hz)
- The game outputs at an exact 60 Hz; regardless if it is unsupported.[3]
Override the refresh rate[2] |
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Scan type
- On some TVs/monitors the game outputs in interlaced scan mode.[18]
Override the scanning method[18] |
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Input settings
DualShock 4 button prompts
Instructions[19] |
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Notes
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Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | English subtitles are transcribed from the English audio. Expect differences if used in conjunction with Japanese audio. | |||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Japanese | ||||
Spanish | ||||
Simplified Chinese | ||||
Russian |
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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Native 3D | |||
Nvidia 3D Vision | See Helix Mod: NieR: Automata - 3D Vision Fix. |
Issues unresolved
Display driver crash (white/frozen screen)
- Occasionally the game causes a display driver crash/reset which it can not recover properly from.[2][20]
- Official fix for affected users is to update their display drivers; AMD users should at least use v17.5.2[21] and Nvidia GeForce GTX 780 and 780 Ti users v384.94,[22] although some users might still experience the issue.[23]
- The game continues playing in the background so if you're in a save zone you can quick save your progress by clicking on Esc+↵ Enter+↵ Enter. You should hear a chime sound effect when the game have been saved successfully.
- Terminate the game using either Alt+F4 or Alt+Tab ↹ followed by terminating it through the Task Manager in Windows.
- Users can mitigate the issue in various ways. An aggregated list of what might work can be found in the chapter What is the White Screen Issue? of this guide.
ERROR: Graphic::Startup () FAILED No Graphic Memory
- This is a generic catch-all error message that is shown when the game is unable to initialize the D3D 11 window for some reason.
- It is extremely hard to troubleshoot, as it can be caused by everything from a corrupt DirectX installation or drivers, to incorrect configuration on hybrid iGPU/dGPU machines, or corrupt Windows installation.
Potential fixes:
- Add the game to the Nvidia Control Panel -> Manage 3D Settings. No actual changing is needed.[24]
- Reinstall/downgrade DirectX 9.0c (or the
d3d9.dll
in particular)[25]
Game crashes during ending E on the 21st death
- The game crashes once you die for the 21st time during the Shoot 'em Up level of ending E.[26]
- The issue was introduced in the PC patch released on 2017-04-28.
- The debug menu requires a controller to be opened and navigated since Evade does not have a dedicated keybinding for keyboards.[27]
Occasional FPS stutter during world traversal
- The game streams a lot of data all at once from the drive when passing invisible area thresholds, causing frame render times to spike above the necessary 16.67 ms to achieve a stable 60 FPS at all times.[28]
- Installing the game on a SSD helps for most users. Users can also exclude the
<path-to-game>\data
folder from their anti-malware software to minimize additional input/output operations that might otherwise occur. - If stuttering severity increases with the length of time the game has been running, users can select NieRAutomata.exe in the Details tab of Task Manager and change the Priority to High.
- Not even a RAM Disk is capable of solving the issue entirely.[28]
Issues fixed
Game does not launch properly
Certain things can cause the game to not launch properly, or only idle in the background without any activity.
This can be caused by various stuff, so be sure to test all methods:
An incompatible input device is installed on the system
- Certain input devices can cause the game to not launch properly on some systems (e.g. the Kensington Trackball and Nvidia Controller and related software).
Disconnect and uninstall all input devices and software[29] |
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Denuvo is having connection problems
- Occasionally Denuvo needs to phone home to retrieve a new valid hardware key for the game. If it fails the connection then
NieRAutomata.exe
will remain in the background of Windows and keep retrying for 5–15 minutes before Denuvo times out.[30]
Check your internet connectivity[30] |
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Notes
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The installation of FAR is corrupt
- FAR have seen a major change in how it injects itself into the game. Having remnants of the old injection method side by side with the new injection method will cause issues.
Reinstall FAR[31] |
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White/black screen on launch
Use Alt+↵ Enter to switch between fullscreen/window mode[32][33] |
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Crash on touch-capable systems
Disable touch input in Windows[34] |
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Notes
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Crash when loading a save
Run the game in compatibility mode for Windows 7 or Windows 8 to fix the issue[35]
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Disconnect the Oculus Rift from the computer[36] |
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Saves do not show or fail to load
Use NieR:Automata SteamID64 Editor to correct the SteamID64 header of the save files[37] |
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Saving does not work
Configure OneDrive to save documents on This PC only [38]
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Configure Google Drive Backup and Sync to not backup the Documents folder to Google Drive[39]
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Whitelist NieRAutomata.exe in Windows 10's controlled folder access, or disable it entirely[40]
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Fullscreen mode is stretched, uses the wrong aspect ratio, or have surrounding black borders
The game requests the current desktop resolution of Windows as stretched to output the rendered framebuffer to. Since the desktop resolution is usually set to the native resolution of the monitor and the native resolution is not and can not be stretched, it instead picks the closest available resolution that can be stretched; scaling the image up or down in the process, usually to a different aspect ratio as well. The GPU/monitor will then either show the outputted image with black borders around it (scaling disabled) or upscale the image back to the native resolution (scaling enabled) causing additional scaling artifacts in the final image.[2]
Use FAR or NierFullscreenFix to fix fullscreen scaling[2][3] |
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Cutscenes stutter
Use FAR or Vidsquish to fix cutscene stuttering[2] |
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LOD popping
Disable the Anti-aliasing (AA) option in the settings of the game[15] |
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Mouse cursor is visible when playing with a controller
Enable mouse auto-hide[41] |
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Button prompts rapidly switch between KB/M and Gamepad
The game can get into a state where it believes a key is being held down endlessly when using a keyboard shortcut that makes the game lose focus. The most common cause is when using Alt+Tab ↹ to switch between the game and other applications, but it can also happen with other keyboard shortcuts.
Click on the modifier key that is "stuck" once in the game to resolve the key block (usually Alt)[2] |
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SLI is not working
- Not officially supported by Platinum Games nor Nvidia.
- This is only required once, unless you perform a clean driver installation in the future.
- Does not work in windowed mode (including borderless windowed mode).
Using FAR[13] |
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[NVIDIA.SLI] CompatibilityBits=0x080002F5 Mode=Auto NumberOfGPUs=Auto Override=true |
Using Nvidia Profile Inspector[13] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 11 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Audio | Wwise | |
Cutscenes | Criware/Scaleform/Autodesk | Does not include cutscene audio. Vidsquish can be used to customize the cutscenes in various ways. |
Modifications
NieR:Automata Free Camera
- A simple tool that enables the free camera debug mode.
NieR:Automata SteamID64 Editor
- Enables users to share save files.
- Can be used to fix some corrupt save files that doesn't show up in-game any longer.
Nier-Automata-editor
- Simple save game editor.
Vidsquish (prev. NieRepack)
- Tool used for customization of the pre-rendered cutscenes of the game. Previously known as NieRepack.
- Can be used to save space or improve aspect ratio or performance of the cutscenes.
Debug build
- Owners can download a debug build of the game dated to March 22, 2017 10:31:47 UTC. This version includes separate and more extensive debug menus, with an event teleporter along with achievement and save editors. Achievement removal is also possible. This version is outdated and should not be used for regular play. It is included here for completion's sake as it might be relevant for modders or some players.
- A full additional game download is required (30 GB) and 50 GB of free space is required on the disk where Steam is installed.
- Controller is required to navigate the debug menus.
Use the Steam console to download the debug version[42] |
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Notes
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System requirements
- 64-bit OS required.
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 7 | 8.1, 10 |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i3-2100 AMD A8-6500 |
Intel Core i5-4670 AMD A10-7850K |
System memory (RAM) | 4 GB | 8 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 50 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 770 AMD Radeon R9 270X 2 GB of VRAM DirectX 11 compatible | Nvidia GeForce GTX 980 AMD Radeon R9 380X 4 GB of VRAM |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Games with Steam Cloud support may also store data in
~/.steam/steam/userdata/<user-id>/524220/
. - Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (524220) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ NieR Automata - Port Report - YouTube - last accessed on 2017-09-24
- ↑ 2.00 2.01 2.02 2.03 2.04 2.05 2.06 2.07 2.08 2.09 2.10 Tweak Guide :: Guide :: Steam Community - last accessed on 2017-07-04
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Game in 900pi, or something? :: NieR:Automata™ General Discussions :: Steam Discussions - last accessed on 2017-09-24
- ↑ NieR Automata | Coming Soon - last accessed on 2017-09-24
- ↑ Reply #1272 :: Denuvo has literally no purpose in NieR anymore, remove it :: NieR:Automata™ General Discussions :: Steam Discussions - last accessed on 2017-06-08
- ↑ Nier:Automata EULA - last accessed on 2017-09-24
- ↑ Valve Character Accessory Update :: NieR:Automata™ :: Group Announcements :: Steam Community - last accessed on 2017-06-08
- ↑ FAR (Fix Automata Resolution) :: Special K - "Kaldaien's Mod" :: Steam Community Group - last accessed on 2017-05-10
- "RivaTuner Statistics Server, Discord and Razer software are known to interfere with this mod."
- ↑ Release FixAutomataRes - v 0.5.0 · Kaldaien/FAR - last accessed on 2017-04-17
- ↑ Release FixAutomataRes - v 0.3.0 · Kaldaien/FAR - last accessed on 2017-03-27
- ↑ Release FixAutomataRes - v 0.1.1 · Kaldaien/FAR - last accessed on 2017-03-23
- ↑ Verified by User:Aemony on 2017-05-12
- ↑ 13.0 13.1 13.2 Verified by User:Aemony on 2017-03-28
- ↑ 14.0 14.1 What's up with Nier: Automata on PC? • Eurogamer.net - last accessed on 2017-09-24
- ↑ 15.0 15.1 Reply 1414 :: Nier: Automata PC performance thread :: NeoGAF - last accessed on 2017-04-01
- ↑ Bug at the beginning of second playthrough :: NieR:Automata™ General Discussions :: Steam Discussions - last accessed on 2017-04-03
- ↑ Release FixAutomataRes - v 0.4.0 · Kaldaien/FAR - last accessed on 2017-09-24
- ↑ 18.0 18.1 Steam Community - Windowboxing - last accessed on 2018-03-04
- "On some monitors (like my old TV) the game still outputs as interlaced even with FAR, unless I manually force it to use progressive by setting ScanMode to Progressive in FAR’s dinput8.ini file."
- ↑ Verified by User:Erewego on 2017-03-20
- ↑ nvidia graphics cards are having freezing/white screen problems :: NieR:Automata™ General Discussions :: Steam Discussions - last accessed on 2017-06-24
- ↑ Steam Community - AMD Radeon Graphics Card Update - last accessed on 2017-09-24
- ↑ Steam Community - Nvidia Graphics Card Update - last accessed on 2017-09-24
- ↑ White Screen still? :: NieR:Automata™ General Discussions :: Steam Discussions - last accessed on 2017-09-24
- ↑ Steam Community - ERROR: Graphic:Startup() FAILED No graphic memory - last accessed on 2018-03-02
- "What I did was to go into the Nvidia control panel settings and added the game under Manage 3D Settings. Hit play and it launched! I changed nothing other than add to Nvidia ctrl panel"
- ↑ Steam Community - ERROR: Graphic::Startup() FAILED. No Graphic Memory - last accessed on 2018-03-02
- ↑ Tweak Guide :: Guide :: Steam Community - last accessed on 2017-08-08
- "Regarding the ending E crash. The game crashes once you die for the 21st time. Every time. It's 21 deaths then poof: "NieR:Automata has stopped working""
- ↑ Debug mode Pc :: NieR:Automata™ General Discussions :: Steam Discussions - last accessed on 2017-08-07
- ↑ 28.0 28.1 Verified by User:Aemony on 2017-10-05
- ↑ Unable to launch game:: NieR:Automata™ General Discussions :: Steam Discussions - last accessed on 2017-08-07
- ↑ 30.0 30.1 Nier Automata wont start :: NieR:Automata™ General Discussions :: Steam Discussions - last accessed on 2017-07-04
- ↑ Game no longer launches :: NieR:Automata™ General Discussions :: Steam Discussions - last accessed on 2017-08-07
- ↑ white screen :: NieR:Automata™ General Discussions :: Steam Discussions - last accessed on 2017-07-04
- ↑ White screen when start game, can hear sound but no display only white :: NieR:Automata™ General Discussions :: Steam Discussions - last accessed on 2017-07-04
- ↑ Nier: Automata PC performance thread :: NeoGAF - last accessed on 2017-04-01
- ↑ Game/FAR problems... again :: NieR:Automata™ General Discussions :: Steam Discussions - last accessed on 2017-07-26
- ↑ Crash to desktop in main menu / everytime starting a game? :: NieR:Automata™ General Discussions :: Steam Discussions - last accessed on 2018-03-04
- ↑ A Tool to Enable Save Files Sharing :: NieR:Automata™ General Discussions :: Steam Discussions - last accessed on 2017-09-24
- ↑ Nier Saving does not work :: NieR:Automata™ General Discussions :: Steam Discussions - last accessed on 2017-06-25
- ↑ So i played the game for 6 housr and lost all progress :: NieR:Automata™ General Discussions :: Steam Discussions - last accessed on 2018-01-01
- ↑ So i played the game for 6 housr and lost all progress :: NieR:Automata™ General Discussions :: Steam Discussions - last accessed on 2018-01-01
- ↑ Verified by User:Aemony on 2017-04-02
- ↑ Verified by User:Aemony on 2018-04-01
- I found this.