Zenless Zone Zero Marks Its First Anniversary with Major Version 2.0 Update and Xbox Series Launch

It’s like, boom, New Eridu is buzzing today, all thanks to Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ, if you’re in the know) throwing this wild bash for its first anniversary. They’re rolling out Version 2.0, finally bringing it to Xbox—it’s about time, right? Plus, there’s this log-in event where you get to snag a free S-Rank Agent and W-Engine. Oh, and not to forget, 1,600 Polychrome to use for 10 pulls on any banner. And yeah, they’re tossing some exclusive swag your way too. Totally party vibes.

And okay, you might be like, “Wait, has it really been a year?” Not exactly. ZZZ dropped on July 4, 2024, but they like to throw these anniversary shindigs during the update closest to the “real” date. Gives folks about 40 days to dip in and grab all the goodies. Kind of smart, actually.

So, this quirky urban science-fantasy RPG vibes around siblings Belle and Wise. They run this retro video store that’s secretly all about escort missions through these sketchy hollows in New Eridu. Post-apocalyptic and all that. Funny twist though, you only play Belle and Wise in the hub. The real action’s with the Agents you pull from the gacha. How’s that for a switch-up?

Anyway—oh wait, where was I? Ah, Version 2.0! Yeah, it kicks off this second season with more mysteries, new faces, and all that jazz. Meet Yixuan (S-Rank hype) and Pan Yinhu (A-Rank, still cool). They’re part of this new faction, Yunkui Summit. Plus, Yixuan introduces this new combat class, Rupture Agent. It’s like, the first new class since the start. Super fresh.

Oh, and plot twist—they’re now on Xbox Series and Xbox Cloud Gaming! Not gonna lie, people have been dying for that one. So there you go, the wait is over.

And yet, amidst all these sparkles, HoYoverse is tangled in this ongoing drama with US-based voice actors. Lots happening there. Feels like half the original Zenless cast got switched up, and some voices are linking this to their striking for better conditions against AI taking over. HoYoverse? Silent—just mumbling about “scheduling arrangements.” Yeah, right. It’s a whole thing.

Anyway, enough rambling. Or maybe not. But yeah, enjoy the chaos, claim the freebies, and keep your ears open—it’s gonna be an interesting ride.