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 obtained.

Obtaining Beast Hides

Beast Hides are dropped by wildlife such as moose and boar, found randomly in specific map areas – primarily the ruined city and forest zones. These animals are easily identified on the mini-map by their white icons (unlike machines' black icons). They tend to avoid players and robots, making them a bit trickier to farm than machines. Their health pools are substantial, posing a challenge, especially to lower-level players. Engaging higher-level animals may trigger aggressive behavior even at a distance.

Strategies for Acquiring Beast Hides

• Animal Bait: Using bait can lure wildlife closer, simplifying the hunting process.
• Strategic Exploration: Since wildlife doesn't respawn continuously like regular enemies, actively hunt them during exploration.
• Respawn Mechanics: Fast traveling, moving far enough away, or triggering story events will respawn wildlife. However, there's no dedicated farming location.

Efficient Acquisition

While there's no dedicated farming method, consistently hunting wildlife encountered during exploration in the forest and city ruins usually provides sufficient Beast Hides. The drop rate is relatively high, meaning you won't typically need excessive quantities at once, unless upgrading numerous weapons simultaneously.