Obtaining Filler Metal in NieR: Automata: A Comprehensive Guide
This guide details the methods for acquiring the rare upgrade material, Filler Metal, in NieR: Automata. Due to its low spawn rate and location, obtaining Filler Metal can be challenging.
Finding Filler Metal:
Filler Metal is found as a rare drop from randomly spawning items deep within the Factory area. The exact location of these spawns varies with each playthrough, making farming unreliable. The Factory: Hanger access point provides an ideal starting point for searching, once unlocked. Note that you may need to revisit and unlock this access point again depending on your story progression. While movement speed boosts can slightly improve efficiency, consistent farming remains difficult. Simply exploring and collecting all naturally spawned items is the most practical approach.
Purchasing Filler Metal:
A more reliable (though expensive) method involves purchasing Filler Metal from the Shopkeeper Machine in the Amusement Park. However, this option only becomes available after completing all three playthroughs and obtaining one of the final endings. Using Chapter Select to revisit the Shopkeeper after completing the game will unlock Filler Metal in their inventory at a cost of 11,250 G per unit.
Conclusion:
While farming Filler Metal in the Factory is possible, it's inefficient. For players seeking a guaranteed supply, purchasing from the Amusement Park Shopkeeper post-game is the more dependable strategy, despite the high cost. This method is particularly crucial for acquiring necessary Pod upgrades to effectively combat high-level enemies later in the game.
