Summary
In the latest Dev Talk,Zenless Zone Zeroreveals its plans for Version 2.0 of the game, revealing major gameplay adjustments and changes, while teasing plenty of new content. While the game is currently in Version 1.6, fans have been eagerly anticipating the future ofZenless Zone Zero, with both the confirmed Agents coming in the 1.7 update, as well as a possible launch anniversary celebration later in July.
Regardless, it has already been a big week for players as HoYoverse confirmed thatZenless Zone Zerois finally heading to Xboxand announced a special livestream event arriving on April 11. The initial reveal also teased some “exciting new updates” which have left fans wondering if more details about Update 1.7 could be included. Surprisingly, HoYoverse released new information regarding Version 2, which promises to be a game-changer for the popular live-service action game.
In a lengthy new video called Dev Talk,Zenless Zone Zerogame designer “y” revealed tons of new information for Season 2, including sweeping game design changes and content. In terms of the game’s story, the next phase of Sarah’s plan will be revealed as players will be heading to a new area of the world called Waifei Peninsula. New story beats will pick up threads left from previous versions, including finally getting the truth about the fall of the old capital as well as the secrets surrounding theZenless Zone Zeroprotagonists.
Zenless Zone Zero Season 2 Gameplay Changes
During the video, “y” also spent plenty of time revealing major changes coming to the game, including new explorable zones like Failume Heights, Areospace City, and the Lemnian Hollow. In fact, players will have plenty to do in these locations, like Suibian Temple, which gives players a new opportunity to manage a location, restoring it over time.
TheZenless Zone Zeromap is also being overhauled, with Failume Heights being a larger space and designed for future expansion. The travel system will now utilize a map rather than the current slide card method, loading screens will be reduced or removed entirely, and HoYoverse is working on further improvements toQuality Time hangouts with Agents. New game modes and events were also teased, and combat is also seeing plenty of quality of life changes.
In terms of Agents, “y” did confirm Yixuan would be a central character in Season 2, who leads the Yunkui Summit group which the proxies end up joining. Obol Squad will also be a prominent faction, and the heavily teasedAngels of Delusion will finally arrive inZenless Zone Zero. Fans looking for more information won’t have to wait long as a Season 2 teaser trailer is being prepped for release on April 13.
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WHERE TO PLAY
Don’t go into the Hollows.I know, I know, there’s Ether in the Hollows, bizarre creations, even heritage of the old civilization, all precious treasures. But don’t forget, there’s also spatial disorder, monsters and mutants running rampant, and ultimately, a disaster that could swallow the world. They are not a place where ordinary people should go.So don’t go into Hollows.Or at least, don’t go in alone.If you insist on getting into danger, go to New Eridu first.This city where the good and the bad mix has many people who need the Hollows: Powerful wealthy tycoons, gangs that stalk the streets, conspiracy nuts, and ruthless officials.Make your preparations there, find strong allies, and most importantly—Find a “Proxy”.Only they can guide people out of the maze-like Hollows.Good luck!
