The Zenless Zone Zero 1.6 update themed “Among the Forgotten Ruins” launches, plunging Proxies into a high-stakes auction orchestrated by New Eridu’s Mayor.

Competing against rival groups, including the elusive Mockingbird phantom thieves, you’ll battle for an artifact holding vital clues to the Sacrifice’s mysteries.

Simultaneously, Anby’s past is unveiled, and Trigger, Soldier 11’s companion, sheds light on the city’s complex military history.

Pulchra official screenshot
Credit: HoYoverse

The update introduces formidable adversaries, such as Geppetto in Hollow Zero, alongside a plethora of new in-game experiences, promising Proxies a captivating journey.

Zenless Zone Zero 1.6 release date and full list of new content

Zenless Zone Zero 1.6 releases on March 12, 2025.

New S-Tier Agents

  • Soldier 0 – Anby (S-rank)
  • Trigger (S-rank)
  • Pulchra (A-rank)

New W-Engines

  • Severed Innocence (S-rank)
  • Spectral Gaze (S-tier)
  • Box Cutter (A-rank)

Zenless Zone Zero 1.6 banners

Phase 1

Zenless Zone Zero 1.6 banner - Soldier 0 Anby
Screenshot by Amanda Tan/ONE Esports
RARITYZENLESS ZONE ZERO 1.6 PHASE 1 CHARACTERSELEMENTSTYLETYPE
S-RankSoldier 0 – AnbyElectricAttack
S-RankBurniceFireAnomalyPierce
A-RankPulchraPhysicalStun
A-RankBenFireDefenseStrike

Zenless Zone Zero 1.6 phrase 1 runs from March 12 to April 2, 2025.

Formerly the commanding officer of the Silver Squad, Anby Demara, now known as Soldier 0 – Anby, enters the fray as an S-Rank Electric Attack Agent.

She employs dual swords for swift electrical strikes, triggering Aftershock and boosting critical damage for allies targeting her adversaries.

What’s more, Pulchra Fellini rejoins the action as an A-Rank Physical Stun Agent representing the Sons of Calydon.

Phase 2

Zenless Zone Zero 1.6 banner featuring Trigger
Screenshot by Amanda Tan/ONE Esports
RARITYZENLESS ZONE ZERO 1.6 PHASE 2 CHARACTERSELEMENTSTYLETYPE
S-RankTriggerElectricStun
S-RankZhu YuanEtherAttackPierce
A-RankLucyFireSupportStrike
A-RankBillyPhysicalAttackPierce

Zenless Zone Zero 1.6 phrase 2 runs from April 2 to April 23, 2025.

Trigger is an S-Rank Electric Stun Agent and Obol Squad’s renowned sniper. Trigger’s Sniper Mode allows for agile evasion and precise strikes, with the added ability to call in allies for rapid assistance.

Her attacks build Purge, which amplifies Aftershock damage and enhances allied damage against shared targets.

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