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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.
It adds layers of tragedy to the encounters from Route A by showing the machine bosses' motivations.
Completing this route unlocks Ending B , which reveals critical truths about the Council of Humanity and the true nature of the YoRHa project. Why Players Call It "Good Content"
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.