Zenless Zone Zero: Gameplay, beta, trailer & everything we know

James Busby

Zenless Zone Zero is a brand-new Action RPG game from the developers behind Genshin Impact. Here’s everything we know so far about HoYoverse’s upcoming title. 

While Genshin Impact continues to prove incredibly popular, HoYoverse has revealed new details on its next ARPG title – Zenless Zone Zero. Last year, the developers hinted at this title, but since then, news surrounding Zenless Zone Zero has been rather scarce. 

However, the latest beta and trailers have given us a sneak peek into the title’s colorful characters, setting, and gameplay. Whether you want to find out more about the Zenless Zone Zero or just wish to dive into the beta, then our release date hub has you covered. 


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Does Zenless Zone Zero have a release date & what are its platforms

Zenless Zone Zero characters sitting on a car
The Zenless Zone Zero release date is highly anticipated.

While there is currently no confirmed release date for Zenless Zone Zero, HoYoverse has revealed that the game is set to launch in 2024

We also know that Zenless Zone Zero will be available for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, PC, iOS, Android, and Cloud devices. As soon as a concrete release date is confirmed, we’ll be sure to update this page.

Zenless Zone Zero trailers

The Zenless Zone Zero reveal trailer aired on May 13, 2022. This news was announced via the game’s official teaser website, which originally had a countdown timer and a brief audio recording. 

During the trailer, players get a glimpse of New Eridu — the last shelter for civilization due to the “Hollow” calamity. It’s in these futuristic streets that a number of Zenless Zone Zero characters can be seen engaging mysterious monsters.

A follow-up trailer revealed even more about the title, showing off additional combat details and showcasing the game’s ARPG elements.

Finally, after almost a year of silence, Zenless Zone Zero got some love at Gamescom with a new gameplay trailer. While the release date or even window for the game has yet to be announced, fans are reassured by the fact that the game has been shown and is hopefully coming soon.

The game’s most recent trailer was shared at The Game Awards on December 7, 2023, and it gave fans another look at some of the characters, as well as some action-packed combat.

You can check out TGA announcement video below:

Zenless Zone Zero gameplay

Unagi Zenless Zone Zero
Zenless Zone Zero features different gameplay not seen in Genshin Impact.

Zenless Zone Zero features a fluid, cinematic, and action-oriented combat system. Players can take control of different units to unleash electrifying skills and unlimited QTE combos, which give them an edge over their foes.

However, unlike other HoYoverse titles, the game also has roguelike gameplay mechanisms. This means Zenless Zone Zero will have clear differences from Genshin Impact and the turn-based combat seen in Honkai: Star Rail.

Zenless Zone Zero story & setting

Zenless Zone Zero New Eridu
Zenless Zone Zero takes place in a post-apocalyptic metropolitan city.

Zenless Zone Zero takes place in a post-apocalyptic world where civilization has been destroyed by a supernatural disaster known as the “Hollows”. This strange phenomenon has led to dimensions where mysterious monsters dubbed the “Ethereal” roam.

New Eridu is the last urban civilization that survived the apocalypse, but its survival is reliant on the technology and valuable resources that are extracted from the Hollows.

In order to save humanity and uncover the mystery behind the supernatural disaster, players must take on the role of a “Proxy” — a special professional who guides people in their exploration of the Hollows.

It’s here where players need to utilize their characters’ skills, claim valuable data, and progress through Zenless Zone Zero’s story.


So, there you have it, everything we currently know about Zenless Zone Zero. Make sure you check our other HoYoverse game guides below for all the latest information. 

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About The Author

James is Dexerto's Associate Games Editor who joined the website in 2020. He graduated from university with a degree in Journalism, before spending four years freelancing for GamesRadar+, PCGamesN, RPS, LoL Esports, Red Bull Gaming, and many more. You can find him covering everything from CoD, Apex Legends, Genshin Impact, and Monster Hunter. Need to get in touch? Email James at james.busby@dexerto.com.