Summary

  • New skins for Astra Yao and Ellen Joe in Zenless Zone Zero have been teased in leaks.
  • The leaks hints at Astra Yao's all-white dress skin and potential future content for Ellen Joe.
  • The 1.5 update may introduce new characters, like Evelyn, and provide details on Nicole's possible skin release.

Recent Zenless Zone Zero leaks have revealed that Astra Yao and Ellen Joe may get new skins in later updates. Zenless Zone Zero is getting ready to launch its 1.5 update on January 22, and the patch will introduce two new characters to the playable roster and a ton of exciting content.

Although Astra Yao has been present in the game's lore since its early days, Zenless Zone Zero first revealed the character's in-game appearance during The Game Awards 2024. The trailer was well-received by fans, as Astra Yao has been a highly-anticipated character for months. Zenless Zone Zero confirmed Astra Yao's playable debut for Version 1.5, along with her mysterious bodyguard Evelyn. Both characters will be S-Rank units, and it is expected that the update's main mission will revolve around meeting Astra Yao. According to recent leaks, it seems Astra Yao and another popular day-one character could get special treatment from developers.

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Prominent community leaker Donutleaker has shared in-game screenshots of a new skin for Astra Yao that was found in the 1.5 beta. Per the leak, this outfit variant dresses Astra Yao in an all-white dress with puff sleeves, which differs from her usual red and white clothes. Considering that Astra Yao is only just joining the roster, it is unclear why Zenless Zone Zero would give her a skin so early. The leak is backed by another report from leaker Palito, who also revealed skins for Astra Yao and Ellen Joe in the game's 1.5 update data. Earlier rumors about Version 1.5 suggested that Zenless Zone Zero is adding Ellen's first Agent Story. Despite Ellen debuting at launch, Zenless Zone Zero did not add a quest focused on her as it did with other characters, but fans have been hoping for more content related to the shark Thiren​​​​​​.

Zenless Zone Zero Leaks Reveals Skins for Astra Yao and Ellen Joe

While the rumored skins for Astra Yao and Ellen could become a reality, it is unlikely that they'll be obtainable during Version 1.5, but rather teased for future updates. However, players should still look forward to the update, since it's been heavily reported that Zenless Zone Zero's Nicole will get a skin. Since Nicole Demara is an A-Rank unit, there is a chance that her skin could be obtained for free, potentially through a limited-time event.

Version 1.4 added several changes to Zenless Zone Zero's gameplay experience, including upgrades to character leveling, overworld exploration, and more. The patch will be wrapping up soon, and developers have already confirmed the date of Zenless Zone Zero Version 1.5's special livestream. During the program, players can expect details about Astra Yao and Evelyn's kits, upcoming events, and other additions to the RPG.

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Zenless Zone Zero
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Action RPG
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Top Critic Avg: 75 /100 Critics Rec: 72%
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July 4, 2024
ESRB
T (Teen) - Suggestive Themes & Violence
Publisher(s)
HoYoverse
Engine
Unity
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Platform(s)
PlayStation 5, PC, Android, iOS
Genre(s)
Action RPG
OpenCritic Rating
Strong