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

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

Recent leaks suggest that Zenless Zone Zero's current patch cycle will extend further than initially anticipated, concluding with Version 1.7 before transitioning to Version 2.0. This revelation comes less than a year after the RPG's successful launch, a period marked by consistent additions of features and characters.

2024 proved a triumphant year for Zenless Zone Zero. The game's popularity soared with each update, culminating in a Best Mobile Game nomination at The Game Awards and a successful collaboration with McDonald's. While the 1.4 update recently dropped (introducing Hoshimi Miyabi, a powerful new unit, though met with some initial player feedback regarding censorship which was swiftly addressed), anticipation is already building for the upcoming 1.5 update, promising two new playable units (Astra Yao and Evelyn), a fresh area, and a potential new skin.

Reliable leaker, Flying Flame, predicts a longer-than-usual patch cycle, ending with Version 1.7, followed by Version 2.0, then Version 2.8, and finally Version 3.0. This contrasts with other HoYoverse titles like Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail, whose first cycles concluded with Version 1.6. If accurate, this extended cycle would significantly differentiate Zenless Zone Zero, providing players with an even richer content experience. Further fueling this expectation, the same source indicates that 31 new characters are planned for future updates, a substantial addition to the current roster of 26.

Key Takeaways from the Leaks:

• Extended Patch Cycle: Version 1.7, then 2.0, 2.8, and finally 3.0.
• Abundant Future Content: 31 new characters in the pipeline.

Looking ahead, the highly anticipated Version 1.5 update is on the horizon, introducing a new story chapter, area, events, and the aforementioned S-Rank units Astra Yao (rumored to be a strong support) and Evelyn. Players are advised to begin farming Astra Yao's materials in advance. Version 1.4 is slated to conclude in late January.