On behalf of HoYoverse, showrunner Geoff Keighley announced another game coming to Summer Game Fest! Zenless Zone Zero is confirmed for Summer Game Fest 2022 and receives a new trailer at the showcase. Zenless Zone Zero is a new “urban fantasy” action RPG by HoYoverse for multiple platforms including iOS, Android, and PC.
About
Zenless Zone Zero is a brand-new game IP set in a post-apocalyptic metropolitan city. It features an engaging story with a futuristic art style, distinctive characters, and an exhilarating action-orientated combat system. Players will play the role of a “Proxy” and embark on an adventure with a diverse group of partners to conquer the unknown enemies and unravel the mysteries in New Eridu — the last shelter for urban civilization.
Contemporary civilization has been destroyed by a supernatural disaster known as the “Hollows”. They grow exponentially out of thin air, creating disordered dimensions where mysterious monsters dubbed the “Ethereal” roam. New Eridu, the last urban civilization that survived the apocalypse, managed to thrive by acquiring the technology to extract valuable resources out of the Hollows.
As New Eridu became the city of miracle and attracted more resettled residents, it also started the massive exploration of the Hollows for its perpetual expansion. The Hollows then became industrialized and monetized under the city’s administration, which gradually led to the increasing tension between monopolistic enterprises, gangs, conspirators, and fanatics.
Players in the game take on the role of a “Proxy” — a special professional who guides people in their exploration of Hollows. A great many people want to enter the Hollows for their own various reasons, and the “Proxies” are their indispensable partners. Players will help them explore the Hollows, battle their enemies, achieve their goals, and in the process learn more about their story.
Besides the engaging story, this 3D anime-style title features a fluid, cinematic action-oriented combat system. While fighting Ethereal, players can take control of different characters to unleash electrifying skills and unlimited QTE combos. The game has also developed a Roguelike gameplay mechanism that awaits exploration.
Zenless Zone Zero joins the growing lineup of titles for Summer Game Fest with partners such as SEGA, Capcom, 2K, PlayStation, and Bandai Namco. HoYoverse’s Honkai: Star Rail will also be present at the Summer Game Fest showcase. It appears that HoYoverse is gearing up for a strong showing at Summer Game Fest.
Summer Game Fest begins on June 9.
