Dev Talk | Zenless Zone Zero

Summary

In this Dev Talk, the team behind Zenless Zone Zero shares exciting updates for Version 2.0, set to introduce the Waifei Peninsula as the main stage for Season 2. Players will uncover conspiracies involving key characters like Yixuan, while navigating a revamped city and travel system. Key gameplay enhancements include improved combat mechanics and character synergy. The developers also promise more engaging events and emotional depth in character interactions. Additionally, Zenless Zone Zero will soon be available on Xbox, marking a significant expansion. The team remains committed to refining the game based on player feedback for a smoother experience.

Takeaways

• 😀 Season 2 will focus on the Waifei Peninsula, a new area within New Eridu, with a rich history and mysterious factions.
• 😀 Yixuan, the leader of Yunkui Summit, will be a key character and mentor for the protagonists in Season 2.
• 😀 The revamped map design integrates residential and combat zones, creating a more seamless gameplay experience.
• 😀 Failume Heights, the main city, has been expanded and optimized, with reduced loading times and streamlined pathways.
• 😀 The new daily system in Waifei Peninsula will feature management simulation elements, such as running Suibian Temple.
• 😀 The travel system has been overhauled to allow faster navigation, featuring a larger map format and mini-map.
• 😀 Exploration will now allow easier access between Failume Heights and Aerospace City without loading delays.
• 😀 Non-DPS characters will have more functionality in combat, even when not actively controlled, improving team dynamics.
• 😀 New combat mechanics will require tactical teamwork, with special moves requiring counter-strategies and team synergy.
• 😀 Future events will include casual activities like hotpot dining or movie theater outings to balance intense combat experiences.
• 😀 The development team is committed to improving existing characters and ensuring they remain valuable with future content.

Q & A

What new area will be introduced in Season 2's story of Zenless Zone Zero?

In Season 2, the Protagonist will explore Waifei Peninsula, a unique area within New Eridu, which will serve as the main stage for Version 2.0.

What is the significance of Waifei Peninsula in the game's lore?

Waifei Peninsula was originally tasked with monitoring the volatile Lemnian Hollow. It later became the city area known as Failume Heights, a region rich in Porcelume, a material resistant to Ether Corruption.

Who is Yixuan, and what role will she play in Season 2?

Yixuan is the leader of Yunkui Summit and will debut as a key character in Season 2. She will guide the Protagonists, help them explore the Hollows, and serve as a mentor.

What are some of the major factions featured in Season 2?

Season 2 will introduce several factions, including Yunkui Summit, the Defense Force's Obol Squad, and the Angels of Delusion.

What improvements are being made to the map design in Season 2?

The map has been revamped to integrate residential areas with combat zones more smoothly, improving the overall gameplay experience by reducing loading times and enhancing the fluidity of scene transitions.

How will the new daily system reflect the local culture of the Waifei Peninsula?

The new dailies system will incorporate the local culture and customs of the Waifei Peninsula, making daily activities more immersive and aligned with the region’s lore.

How has the travel system been redesigned in Season 2?

The travel system has been redesigned with a larger map format and a mini-map to improve navigation. Players can now select destinations more quickly and get a clearer view of New Eridu’s geography.

What changes have been made to the combat system in Season 2?

In Season 2, non-DPS characters will have enhanced functionality, allowing them to remain on the field and contribute to combat even when swapped out. New attack and defense mechanics for enemies will also require specific counter-strategies, promoting teamwork.

How are the storylines in Special Episodes and Phaethon’s Story being adjusted in future versions?

The Special Episodes and Phaethon’s Story will be merged into the main storyline to improve narrative cohesion and strengthen connections between plot points, deepening the Proxies' involvement in the overarching story.

What are the plans for Zenless Zone Zero on other platforms?

Zenless Zone Zero is being prepared for launch on the Xbox platform. Further details will be shared during the upcoming Xbox livestream.