Summary
Zenless Zone Zeroconfirms that it is finally bringing back previously released S-Rank agents in Version 1.5, starting with Ellen Joe and Qingyi. Characters are a key aspect to HoYoverse’s popular games likeZenless Zone Zero, making them available for a short window of time to entice players to spend money or in-game resources to try and unlock them.
Unlike HoYoverse’s other tentpole franchises,Genshin ImpactandHonkai: Star Rail,Zenless Zone Zerohas yet to add rerun banner, as each update has solely focused on adding new agents to the roster. Fans originally believed the highly anticipatedVersion 1.4 update forZenless Zone Zerowould make rerun banners available, following in the footsteps ofGenshin Impact, though nothing ultimately happened. However, HoYoverse has finally confirmed news aboutZenless Zone Zeroreruns coming in the next major game update.
However, starting with Version 1.5 inZenless Zone Zero, fans who may have missed out on earlier updates or have since started playing, will finally get a chance to pull for previously released agents. As revealed within the Version 1.5 Special Program forZenless Zone Zero, Phase 1 will begin on January 22, making the Ether agent Astra Yao available alongside a special rerun banner for Ellen Joe, who was originally added in Version 1.1. Better yet, the update will also addEllen’s Agent Story inZenless Zone Zeroas well.
Phase 1 (January 22 - Feb 12)
Phase 2 (Feb 12 - March 11)
Similar to previous updates, Version 1.5 is split into two phases, with the second launching on February 12 with all new banners.Zenless Zone Zerowill add Evelyn Chevalierduring Phase 2, while also bringing back the PubSec Agent, Qingyi for those who missed her during the second half of Version 1.1. It’s also worth noting that both reruns will also bring back their specific W-Engines as well, for those who want to fully outfit each character with their signature gear.
The Version 1.5 special program also confirmed a recentZenless Zone Zerorumor regarding new character outfits. After leaking days earlier, HoYoverse revealed 3 new outfits could be unlocked with Version 1.5, including “Chandelier” for Astra, “On Campus” for Ellen, and “Cunning Cutie” Nicole. Specifically, the Cunning Cutie outfit for Nicole will also be free to claim as a reward from the Day of Brilliant Wishes limited time event.
Zenless Zone Zero
WHERE TO PLAY
Don’t go into the Hollows.I know, I know, there’s Ether in the Hollows, bizarre creations, even heritage of the old civilization, all precious treasures. But don’t forget, there’s also spatial disorder, monsters and mutants running rampant, and ultimately, a disaster that could swallow the world. They are not a place where ordinary people should go.So don’t go into Hollows.Or at least, don’t go in alone.If you insist on getting into danger, go to New Eridu first.This city where the good and the bad mix has many people who need the Hollows: Powerful wealthy tycoons, gangs that stalk the streets, conspiracy nuts, and ruthless officials.Make your preparations there, find strong allies, and most importantly—Find a “Proxy”.Only they can guide people out of the maze-like Hollows.Good luck!
