Prior to the animated adaptation of NieR: Automata, 2B had already garnered significant admiration.
MyAnimeList (often abbreviated as MAL) is a social networking website and catalog application for anime and manga. The website provides users with a list-based system to organize and rate anime and manga.
Recently, this esteemed website shared a list of the most popular characters from the Winter 2023 anime season (from January to March), based on the number of users who added them to their favorites. Surprisingly, the character YoRHa 2-gou B-gata, also known as 2B in the anime NieR: Automata, claimed the top position.
Here are the top 10 results of this list:
10. Raelza - Benriya Saitou-san, Isekai ni Iku

9. 9S - The Enigmatic Android from NieR: Automata Ver.1.1a

8. A2 - The Mysterious YoRHa Warrior from NieR: Automata Ver.1.1a

7. Carol Olston – The Spirited Character of Tomo-chan wa Onnanoko!

6. Mahiro Oyama – The Enchanting Sibling from Onimai: I'm Now Your Sister!

5. Tomo Aizawa – The Charming Protagonist of Tomo-chan wa Onnanoko!

4. Nagisa Kubo – The Unyielding Heroine of Kubo-san wa Mob wo Yurusanai

3. Mahiru Shiina – The Heavenly Neighbor Who Pampers Me Silly

2. Misuzu Gundou – The Allure of Tomo-chan wa Onnanoko!

1. 2B - The Captivating YoRHa Android from NieR: Automata Ver.1.1a

Exploring our beloved character's history, in the realm of NieR games, 2B stands out as the most iconic. So when NieR: Automata got adapted into an animated series, fans eagerly anticipated the tale of this white-haired beauty on screen.
Despite possessing extraordinary strength, 2B exudes a distinctly feminine charm, grace, and even a hint of allure. These qualities captivate many, even those who haven't played NieR: Automata, falling under the spell of this captivating character.