Rumor: Zenless Zone Zero Leak Reveals Duration of Future Patch Cycles

Zenless Zone Zero's Extended Patch Cycle: A Leak Reveals Future Updates

Recent leaks suggest Zenless Zone Zero's current patch cycle will extend beyond initial expectations, concluding with Version 1.7 before transitioning to Version 2.0. This revelation comes less than a year after the game's successful launch, a period marked by consistent content additions, including new characters and features.

2024 proved a triumphant year for Zenless Zone Zero. The game's popularity soared, culminating in a Best Mobile Game nomination at The Game Awards and a successful collaboration with McDonald's. Following the release of Version 1.4, anticipation for Version 1.5 is high, promising two new playable units (Astra Yao and Evelyn), a new area, and a potential Nicole Demara skin.

Reliable leaker, Flying Flame, predicts a longer-than-anticipated patch cycle. The current cycle, ending with Version 1.7, will be followed by Version 2.0, culminating in Version 2.8 before the launch of Version 3.0. This contrasts with other HoYoverse titles like Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail, which concluded their initial cycles with Version 1.6. This extended cycle could significantly differentiate Zenless Zone Zero, providing players with an even more substantial amount of content. Further fueling this expectation is another leak from the same source, revealing plans for 31 additional characters, a considerable expansion to the current roster of 26.

Projected Patch Cycle Timeline:

• Version 1.7, followed by Version 2.0
• Version 2.8, followed by Version 3.0

While Version 1.7 remains months away, the imminent Version 1.5 update offers much to look forward to. This update includes a new main story chapter, a new explorable area, various events, and the highly anticipated addition of S-Rank units Astra Yao and Evelyn. Astra Yao is rumored to be a strong support character, prompting players to begin farming her materials early.

Version 1.4, which introduced the powerful Hoshimi Miyabi, faced minor setbacks due to reported censorship issues. However, HoYoverse swiftly addressed these concerns, providing compensation to affected players. Version 1.4 is anticipated to conclude in late January.