In this ZZZ beginners' guide, we are going to show you everything that is useful about Zenless Zone Zero. It includes basic ideas like what the game is all about; some common words used in the game such as HSR and Genshin for easy understanding; how fights work and what each can do in battles among other things. 

• What is Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ)? 
• Free Stuff 
• Basic Terminology
• Basic Gamemodes
• Farming
• Endgame
• Shop Guide
• Combat Mechanics
• Combat Mechanics (Attributes, Synergy)
• Early Game Tips

↖ What is Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ)? 

Zenless Zone Zero is an ARPG that focuses on combat rather than exploration. Think of it like Punishing: Gray Raven mixed with Honkai Impact 3, but with a lot more end-game content. You can skip the story if you want, but I recommend watching at least one or two fights because they're super smooth. 

It's got similar daily/weekly/gacha upgrade structure to games like Genshin Impact or Honkai Starfall, but where those games have pretty intuitive UIs (once you know what everything does), ZZZ might take some getting used to. The core loop remains constant - pull units, power them up, farm relics. 

↖ Free Stuff 

New players get a ton of free stuff in this game - codes for around 150 limited summons / 130 standard summons / 80 bonus through gameplay.

Additionally players can obtain free A-rank agents such as Billy, Nicole, NB, Bear, Kaku, and Lucy just by playing the game; these are also all perfectly usable in every mode of play. So don't sleep on your freebies! 

Every agent is viable for gameplay, and investing into lower-ranked units can be beneficial for team building too. Don't commit to high star teams without trying out different combinations first! 

↖ Basic Terminology

In order to easily slide into Zenless Zone Zero, one should be familiar with the basic terminology used in the game. The next table shows some of the key terms and their meanings.

Gacha System

Knowing about gacha system helps players make strategic choices while summoning. Here is a breakdown of the gacha system in Zenless Zone Zero:

It's important to note that the Limited Bumo Banner offers a guaranteed win with a 100% win rate, making it a unique feature in Zenless Zone Zero. Additionally, saving Bumo summons for future releases is advisable due to the limited availability of game currency.

Beginner and Standard Banners

Zenless Zone Zero has beginner and standard banners with distinct features as follows:

It is suggested that monochromes are not used for standard summons because they are better saved for limited banner units. Players can accumulate standard summons over time through missions and events making them a viable option for free-to-play users.

↖ Basic Gamemodes

Here's a breakdown of the basic game modes in Zen Zone Zero:

↖ Farming

Farming is an essential part of character development and resource gathering in Zen Zone Zero. There are four types of farming modes categorized by what each mode serves:

For new players, it's important to focus on leveling up characters and tracers before getting into advanced farming modes. Also, it is recommended to use free drivers from mission completions before committing to driver farming.

Stamina is mainly consumed during farming stages where each mode requires certain number of batteries. Unique card system allows for quick stacking of runs which makes managing stamina consumption efficient way convenient.

↖ Endgame

The endgame in Zenless Zone Zero consists of two main modes: Shu Defense and Holo Zero. 

Shu Defense is a time-gated endgame content where players aim to achieve zero to three stars based on the time taken to clear the stage. As players progress, they will encounter stages that require different team compositions, making it essential to build multiple strong teams over time. The reset frequency of Shu Defense may vary, offering a challenging yet rewarding experience for players. 

On the other hand, Holo Zero mode is reminiscent of Simulat Universe, where players utilize a team of three Rog-like elements to unlock various bonuses and earn weekly rewards.

↖ Shop Guide

The shop system in Zenless Zone Zero is akin to popular games like Honky Starbucks and G Impact. Players can opt for the monthly pass, battle pass, and monochrome purchases to enhance their gaming experience. Additionally, the signal shop allows players to acquire specific items using residual signal obtained from summoning units in the standard or limited pool.

• Monthly Pass: Enhances gaming experience
• Battle Pass: Provides additional benefits
• Monochrome Purchases: Offers in-game advantages
• Signal Shop: Acquire items using residual signal from summoning units

It is advisable for players to prioritize obtaining the encrypted Master tape and normal Master tape from the signal shop, as they are available at a 50% discount and provide essential benefits.

While the shop also offers standard five-star weapons and A-rank dupes, it is recommended to focus on essential items before considering additional purchases. Moreover, players can claim a level up pack every 10 levels, adding a new dimension to the in-game shopping experience.

↖ Combat Mechanics

To excel in Zenless Zone Zero, it's crucial to grasp the intricacies of the game's combat mechanics. Below is a breakdown of key elements that players should focus on:

1. HP, Attack, Defense, and Damage: These fundamental attributes govern your character's survivability and offensive capabilities. Understanding how they interact is essential for strategic decision-making in combat.
2. Impact: Impact determines the rate at which you can break the target using "days." The higher the impact, the more days your character will apply with each attack. When the enemy reaches 100% days, they will become stunned or witness broken, leading to increased damage and the ability to trigger coordinated attacks.
3. Energy Regeneration: This mechanic influences the speed at which your units can charge their skills. It plays a vital role in unleashing powerful abilities during battles.
4. Assist Points: Assist points are crucial for parrying enemy attacks. When depleted, your ability to parry is limited, and you must resort to dodging. Replenishing assist points requires effective dazing of the target, making it a strategic consideration during combat.
5. Pen Ratio: Pen ratio affects defense ignore in Zenless Zone Zero. Understanding this mechanic is essential for optimizing your approach to overcoming enemy defenses.

Impact Attributes                                                                                                   

• Mastery: Determines efficiency in applying impact and breaking targets faster.
• Proficiency: Influences the damage dealt by impact-related abilities, enhancing offensive capabilities.
• Energy Regeneration: Regulates the speed at which units charge their skills for unleashing powerful abilities during battles.
• Assist Points: Crucial for parrying enemy attacks and must be managed strategically to maintain defensive capabilities in combat.
• Pen Ratio: Affects defense ignore and plays a significant role in overcoming enemy defenses for successful engagements.

↖ Combat Mechanics (Attributes, Synergy)

When it comes to combat mechanics in Zenless Zone Zero, players need to consider attributes, synergy, and team composition for optimal performance. Let's break down each component:

Synergy:

• Units can synergize with each other through their classes, factions and elements.
• When units with matching synergies are placed together, it can give additional buffs and benefits for the team.
• To get different bonuses for your team, look at both factions and elements.

Team Building:

• Aim to have a balanced team composition consisting of one Attack, one Stun, and another unit from Anomaly, Support or Defense classes.
• Attack units deal the most DPS (Damage per Second) and have high burst potential.
• Stun units apply daze which increases damage taken and allows chain attacks thus they are very important.
• Try to match elements and factions in order trigger bonuses for the whole team.
• For instance “Ellen”, “Lyon” along side “Saku” will create a strong foundation – this is an ice based team which boasts massive DPS with stun support.

↖ Early Game Tips

1. Focus on Unit Levels and Tracers:

• Level up your units, tracers and engines should be prioritized as Ascension is required for progression.
• Use stamina-free gameplay to quickly complete storylines, side quests or text mods etcetera .
• Make use of unlimited stamina by playing mini-games daily at coffee shop visits or lucky scratches from little husky.

2. Level Cap in Zone Zero:

• Watch out for level caps in Zone Zero where batteries may need to be consumed in order raise levels .
• Casual players might not feel the level cap immediately but hardcore grinders definitely will bump against it .

3. Unit Development and Resource Management:

• It is cost-effective to level up units before reaching lvl 30 while experimenting with different strategies.
• Post level 30 resource costs become significantly higher when leveling up characters.
• Build up your main team first before thinking about second teams that focus mainly on defense/support abilities.
• It's recommended to level up your main DPS unit first as this will greatly enhance your combat effectiveness.

4. Unit Viability:

• Every single unit in Zenless Zone Zero is viable which means you can play around with any character you like.
• Be sure to watch out for our next video where we will cover optimal units and tier list.

Outro

Thank you for exploring this beginner guide to Zenless Zone Zero. We hope these tips provide a solid foundation for your journey in the game. For further insights and discussions, feel free to share your comments below. Best of luck with your adventure in Zenless Zone Zero, and stay tuned for more helpful content in the future.