# Square Enix fixes Nier Automata storage issue

> Square Enix resolves 366GB Nier Automata storage glitch after Steam update.
- Title: Square Enix fixes Nier Automata storage issue · Dexerto
- Summary: Square Enix resolves 366GB Nier Automata storage glitch after Steam update. Square Enix fixed a Steam storage error that inflated Nier Automata’s size to…
- Keywords: nier automata, square enix, steam, update, storage, 366gb, november 6, Dexerto
- Source: Dexerto — https://dexerto.com/gaming/square-enix-responds-after-nier-automata-update-triggers-massive-366gb-storage-requirement-3425350
- Author: James Busby
- Published: 2026-11-06T10:04:27+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: nier automata, square enix, steam, update, storage, 366gb, november 6, gaming, sports
## Nier Automata update issue
Nier Automata players faced a 366GB storage requirement after a November 6 update increased the game’s size from 50GB.

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## Square Enix response
Square Enix apologized and said they are investigating the cause of the inflated storage requirement.

> We have confirmed an issue where, after applying the latest update to the steam version of nier, the installation process displays a storage requirement higher than expected.
## Temporary fix
Players can uncheck DLCs in Steam to download the base game without the inflated storage requirement.

> We are currently investigating the cause and working to resolve the issue. We apologize for the inconvenience.
## Key takeaway

Square Enix fixed a Steam storage error that inflated Nier Automata’s size to 366GB after a November 6 update.