NieR: Automata - Unlock the Secrets of Filler Metal

Obtaining Filler Metal in NieR: Automata: A Comprehensive Guide

Acquiring certain upgrade materials in NieR: Automata proves more challenging than others. While many drop from defeated enemies, some, like Filler Metal, are found randomly in the game world. This inherent randomness makes farming these items a test of patience.

This guide details two methods for obtaining Filler Metal: scavenging and purchasing.

Where to Find Filler Metal

Filler Metal is a rare drop found in specific item spawn locations deep within the Factory. Its location varies with each playthrough, and its spawn rate is considerably lower than other items. Accessing the Factory: Hanger fast travel point (unlocked after a main story progression) is recommended as a starting point for your search. Note that you might need to unlock this access point again depending on your story progress.

While increased movement speed can slightly improve efficiency, reliably farming Filler Metal remains difficult. The most effective strategy involves thoroughly exploring the Factory, collecting all naturally spawning items. However, purchasing remains the more straightforward, albeit costly, option.

Where to Buy Filler Metal

Filler Metal is exclusively sold by the Shopkeeper Machine in the Amusement Park. However, this option only becomes available after completing all three playthroughs and achieving 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 price of 11,250 G per unit.

Despite the high cost, purchasing is significantly more reliable than repeated Factory runs. Given the necessity of Filler Metal for Pod upgrades crucial to defeating high-level enemies and completing the game, this method might ultimately be the most efficient.