NieR: Automata resource management can be tricky. While some materials are plentiful, upgrading numerous weapons requires significant quantities, even of common resources like Dented Plates. This guide details efficient farming strategies.

Dented Plate Farming Locations

Dented Plates are frequently dropped by:

• Small Biped (all variants)
• Small Flyer (all variants)
• Small Sphere (all variants)

These common enemies appear throughout the game. However, simply relying on respawns via fast travel isn't the most efficient method.

The Optimal Farming Spot: Adam's Pit

The most effective location is the pit where you first encounter Adam.

1. Fast travel to the Desert: Housing Complex access point.
2. Proceed deeper into the ruins.
3. Descend to the pit.

Here, machines continuously respawn, primarily basic Bipeds, providing a consistent Dented Plate source. Even lower-level enemies offer a decent drop rate. This location is also excellent for Titanium Alloy farming.

Alternative Farming Locations

If you prefer varied locations, the Forest Kingdom features numerous groups of spear-wielding Bipeds. These groups usually yield at least one Dented Plate. Exploring the forest also provides opportunities to collect Beast Hide. Higher-level Bipeds have increased Dented Plate drop rates, so story progression improves your chances.

Boosting Drop Rates

Equipping drop-rate enhancing plug-in chips significantly increases your yield. Remember to avoid death, as this results in permanent chip loss.