Zenless Zone Zero: The Next Big Hit from HoYoverse

Zenless Zone Zero: The Next Big Hit from HoYoverse

Zenless Zone Zero, the highly anticipated free-to-play action role-playing game developed and published by miHoYo (globally known as HoYoverse), is set to launch on July 4, 2024. The game will be available on Windows, iOS, Android, and PlayStation 5, promising a thrilling addition to the HoYoverse lineup, including Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail.

Gameplay Overview

In Zenless Zone Zero, players step into the shoes of a Proxy, either Wise or Belle, who guides others through dangerous alternate dimensions known as Hollows. The Proxies recruit new members to their party, facing off against the Ethereal and other formidable foes. Players can enhance their combat strategies by combining the unique abilities of Proxies and their assistants, Bangboo, to unleash powerful attacks and combos.

One of the game’s unique features is its in-game clock system, which divides the day into morning, afternoon, night, and late night, adding depth to the gameplay experience.

Setting

The game is set in a post-apocalyptic futuristic city called New Eridu, a sanctuary for survivors after Ethereal entities invaded the human world through portals known as Hollows. These invaders devastated much of humanity, but the resilient inhabitants of New Eridu have fought back by harnessing the Ethereal's technology and resources, creating a stronghold against the chaos.

Development and Testing

Zenless Zone Zero was first revealed by HoYoverse in May 2022. Since then, the game has undergone several closed beta tests, referred to as "Tuning Tests," "Equalizing Tests," and "Amplifying Tests," to refine gameplay and gather player feedback. A PlayStation 5 port was also announced during PlayStation's State of Play presentation, with a technical test conducted in April 2024. The official release date was finally unveiled in late May 2024, heightening anticipation among fans.

Launch Details

Zenless Zone Zero is scheduled to launch globally on July 4, 2024, at 10 a.m. (UTC+8), which translates to 7 p.m. PT and 10 p.m. ET on July 3 for those in the United States. Players can download the game on their preferred platforms ahead of time to ensure they are ready to dive in as soon as the servers go live.

How to Prepare for Launch

PC:

• Download the game from HoYoPlay, HoYoverse's game launcher.
• Follow the installation instructions and download the necessary assets.
• Ensure you have a HoYoverse account.

PlayStation 5:

• Pre-order the Zenless Zone Zero bundle from the PlayStation Store for $10, which includes exclusive in-game items and currency.
• Pre-download the game from your Library under Purchased items.

Android:

• Download the game from the Google Play Store.
• Sign in with or create a HoYoverse account to download the assets.

iOS:

• Download the game from the Apple App Store.
• Log into or create a HoYoverse account to download the assets.

With 50 million players already pre-registered, Zenless Zone Zero is poised to be another blockbuster hit for HoYoverse. Fans of their previous titles can look forward to an exciting new adventure in this action-packed RPG.

For more information and updates, visit the official Zenless Zone Zero website.

Prepare for an epic journey in the world of New Eridu and get ready to face the Ethereal threat head-on!

Happy gaming!