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Review of Zenless Zone Zero on Xbox Series X/S

by Chucky Chucky photo Jun 2025
Cover image of Zenless Zone Zero on Xbox Series X/S
Gamefings Score: 8
Released: 06 Jun 2025
Genre: Action role-playing game, Hack and slash
Developer: miHoYo
Publisher: HoYoverse

Introduction

If you ever wanted to experience the excitement of running a VHS rental store in a post-apocalyptic world, you're in luck! Zenless Zone Zero brings you an action RPG that packs in a wild storyline, some bizarre characters, and enough chaos to make your head spin while you try to remember who owes you late fees.

Gameplay

The game capitalizes on an interesting dual gameplay system. One minute, you're wandering around in TV Mode, which feels like a retro-style dungeon crawler with a mysterious vibe-complete with flashing lights and puzzles that might just confuse you into thinking you're back in the 90s. The next thing you know, you're in Combat Mode, hacking and slashing your way through colorful, anime-like enemies as you attempt to juggle combo attacks powered by your eclectic crew of Agents. Chain Attacks? Yes, please! The goal? To save humanity from monsters known as Ethereals and find out why your coffee shop isn't bringing in the same crowds anymore. There's more drama here than in a Shakespearean play, only with fewer than 50% of the people wearing tights (which is a relief).

Graphics

Anyone who has played previous miHoYo games will recognize the stunning visuals of Zenless Zone Zero. The colors, the animations, the overall vibe-it's like a fever dream of a futuristic world and a retro anime that you didn't know you needed until now. There are whole pockets of the game that feel like they stepped right out of your favorite anime and into your living room, all while you shout at the screen like a true gaming virtuoso. Character designs are a medley of styles that even a fashion disaster would find impressive, with a sprinkle of quirky charm and vibrant flair that makes each character unique. So, stylized, so captivating-it's like they're trying to outshine even your own Instagram posts. Good luck with that, miHoYo!

Conclusion

Zenless Zone Zero blends intriguing storytelling, beautiful graphics, and engaging gameplay in a way that's like mixing your favorite drink at the soda fountain-only the result isn't flat and can leave you buzzing with excitement. Whether you're a fan of the action RPG genre or just someone hoping to avoid adulthood responsibilities for a few hours, this game serves as a perfect escape into a world filled with chaotic yet charismatic characters. Not to mention, there are robots that can probably make coffee way better than you. So, if you're looking for something fresh and quirky, grab your controller and dive into the chaos-just don't forget to pay your late fee!

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