Following a teaser, miHoYo has announced Zenless Zone Zero, a new “urban fantasy RPG” for PC and smartphones with other platforms to be announced.
A closed beta for Zenless Zone Zero is planned, and registration for the closed beta is now available over on the game’s official site.
Here’s the first trailer:
Here’s a rundown on the game:
Zenless Zone Zero
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 toconquer 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 Eridubecame 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
