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Acquiring certain crafting materials in NieR: Automata proves significantly more challenging than others. While not visually distinct, some resources, like the Pristine Screw, are exceptionally rare.
Although purchasable from Emil, his stock fluctuates, making direct acquisition from machines a potentially more efficient and cost-effective alternative. Below are two strategies for farming Pristine Screws.
Where To Find Pristine Screws in NieR: Automata
Goliath-Bipeds, the largest non-boss machines, drop screws. Pristine Screws are the rarest variety. Higher-level Goliath-Bipeds yield a greater chance of dropping them; early-game acquisition is practically impossible.
Several locations reliably spawn Goliath-Bipeds. The pit where you first encounter Adam is one such spot, also ideal for farming Machine Arms. However, the Goliath-Bipeds here are only around level 30, resulting in a low Pristine Screw drop rate. The advantage is their constant respawn, ensuring a steady supply of targets.
Alternatively, during the third playthrough, fast travel to the Forest Castle: Front access point. Two level 49 Goliath-Bipeds guard the entrance, offering a higher drop rate. However, they don't respawn; you must fast travel to a distant location and return to repeat the process.
Both methods benefit from using a drop-rate increase plug-in chip.
Which Farming Method Is More Efficient?
The optimal method depends on two key factors:
- Game and system load times:
- Your patience level:
Farming Pristine Screws is inherently time-consuming. While the Forest method offers a higher drop rate, it involves frequent loading screens, minimizing actual gameplay. If this isn't a concern, choose the Forest method. If you prefer continuous gameplay and simultaneous material/XP farming, the pit provides consistent action and additional rewards.
