"I constantly want to do something new and surprise the audience."Yoko Taro
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Yoko Taro Quotes
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Yoko Taro Quotes
Read Yoko Taro quotes on game design, storytelling, surprise and humanity from the Japanese director behind NieR: Automata and Drakengard.
"Whenever I write the scenarios for my games, I don't necessarily envision them being liked or being wonderful for everyone."Yoko Taro
StorytellingAuthenticity
"The reason why there are so many characters who suffer in my games is that I want to show reality."Yoko Taro
RealityStorytelling
"In any case, 'Nier: Automata' is not a perfect game. But I am proud of everything in it."Yoko Taro
PrideImperfection
"So 'Nier Automata' feels like a story about androids but no, the main theme of 'Automata' is human."Yoko Taro
HumanityGames
"In 'Nier Automata', the protagonists are androids, not humans, and that's very common in a Science Fiction story."Yoko Taro
Science FictionGames
"Personally I don't want to be regarded as that one person who's responsible for the title."Yoko Taro
TeamworkHumility
"What I really love about philosophers and psychologists is that they sound smart."Yoko Taro
HumorPhilosophy
"As for my favorite games growing up, if I were to mention a game other than 'Gradius', it would have to be 'Xevious'."Yoko Taro
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About Yoko Taro
Japanese - Director | Born June 6, 1970
# Yoko Taro Quotes
Yoko Taro is a Japanese video game director and writer, known for the dark, unconventional stories of the "Drakengard" and "NieR" series. His 2017 game "NieR: Automata" became a worldwide hit, praised for its emotional storytelling, philosophical themes and multiple endings.
Famously private, Yoko Taro often appears in public wearing a mask, preferring that attention stay on his work. His quotes show a creator who values honesty, surprise and stories that explore what it really means to be human.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Yoko Taro and these famous quotes.
Who is Yoko Taro?
Yoko Taro is a Japanese video game director and writer, best known for the "Drakengard" and "NieR" series.
What is Yoko Taro's most famous game?
His most acclaimed game is "NieR: Automata" (2017), which has sold millions of copies worldwide.
Why does Yoko Taro wear a mask?
He wears a mask at public events because he prefers to keep his face private and let his games take the spotlight.
What is Yoko Taro's most famous quote?
A popular line is "I constantly want to do something new and surprise the audience."