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Veterans of the game emphasize that Route B is less of a "replay" and more of a "prologue" to the actual story.

Many players feel underwhelmed or bored during the first half of Route B because the environments are familiar. The community consensus is to "push through" to see the massive shifts that occur late in the route. 1 : Or Not to [B]e

If you find the combat as 9S repetitive, leaning into the hacking mini-game can significantly speed up boss fights and tougher encounters. Veterans of the game emphasize that Route B

You play as 9S instead of 2B. While the timeline overlaps with Route A, the gameplay shifts toward a "hacking" mechanic and 9S's unique reconnaissance capabilities. If you find the combat as 9S repetitive,

You gain access to exclusive cutscenes, internal thoughts, and the "backstory" of the machine lifeforms that were not visible in the first playthrough.

While it is widely considered "good content" for the narrative depth it provides, players often find it challenging because it requires replaying a significant portion of the game from a different perspective. Overview of Route B