Zenless Zone Zero Marks Its First Anniversary Again with a New Story Chapter

Four weeks. That’s how long Zenless Zone Zero’s been on a roll. Yeah, there’s this big first anniversary bash starting a month back with… wait for it… the Xbox launch. Plus, we’re talking about the massive 2.0 update. Seriously, been a wild ride.

But here’s the thing, if you’re in the know with this sci-fi RPG saga, you get it — the real anniversary’s in July. Most players were jazzed about a fresh patch, a kick-off for a big story arc. And why not, right?

Time’s a blur though, and bam, it’s July 4. Happy legit anniversary, Zenless Zone Zero! HoYoverse is back with a new patch tease — 2.1, that’s buzzing. Only bummer? The wait. This baby drops on July 16.

What’s it called? The Impending Crash of Waves. Kinda dramatic, huh? Anyway, it dives into a new faction story and throws a couple of fresh game areas at us. Say hello to Spook Shack, perfectly vibing with the water theme. Plus, there’s Sailume Bay and Fantasy Resort. Yeah, names that just scream summer fun.

We’re talking Season 2 Chapter 2 unfolding here. Events go down mainly at Sailume Bay. Meanwhile, Fantasy Resort is the backdrop for some sunny story action and summer festivities.

And agents? You bet! Introducing Ukinami Yuzuha, a bomb-throwing S-Rank Physical Support — with candy bombs, of all things. Then Alice Thymefield, also S-Rank but rocking the Physical Anomaly stance. She’s a swordmaster, swift like a dream, gaining power through her Blade Etiquette. Like, picture her charging up, and then bam, strikes galore.

Ready for more? When 2.1 hits later this month, new Bangboo Miss Esme enters the scene, climbing the S-Rank ladder. Oh, and there are comebacks of some faves — Void Hunter Miyabi with frosty vibes and Yanagi with electric sparks.

Don’t miss catching up with the Zenless Zone Zero July codes for a bit of a bonus treasure hunt.