Version 2.3 update for Zenless Zone Zero, titled "Memories of Dreams Bygone," was released on October 15, 2025, after a scheduled maintenance period that lasted approximately five hours beginning at 6 AM (UTC+8). This downtime allowed HoYoverse to prepare servers and implement extensive new content, gameplay enhancements, and quality-of-life improvements.
Zenless Zone Zero 2.3 Update: Maintenance and Release
The maintenance officially began early morning to minimize disruption, varying slightly by region due to time zone differences. Players worldwide accessed the update as servers came back online, marking the launch of a diverse range of features, events, and narrative expansions.
Zenless Zone Zero 2.3 Update: New Agents and Characters
The 2.3 update enriches the game with significant additions:
Three notable agents debut or return in this update: Lucia (S-Rank), Komano Manato (A-Rank), and Yidhari (S-Rank) - along with rerun banners for fan favorites like Vivian and Ju Fufu. Lucia offers buffs enhancing Max HP and penetration, Manato specializes in fire damage with explosive finisher moves, and Yidhari presents a strategic kit combining attack and healing mechanics focused on HP thresholds.
Zenless Zone Zero 2.3 Update: New Game Mode
The "Threshold Simulation" mode challenges players to deploy multiple squads strategically across interconnected battles, pushing tactical depth and adaptability.
Story Expansion: "Memories of Dreams Bygone" advances the Waifei Peninsula storyline with new quests involving the Proxy siblings and the mysterious Spook Shack faction. Players investigate urban legends tied to missing miners and uncover more about Lucia's character through a special feature titled "The Inverted Night Lantern." Completing related storylines rewards players with exclusive skins, including Komano Manato’s white heart silhouette outfit.
Zenless Zone Zero 2.3 Update: Events and Rewards
Alongside new modes are events like "When Dreams Remain Unfinished," shifting to turn-based combat with monster command mechanics, and the recurring "SNAP! Shining Strike" photo mode enhanced with more customization options. Check-in missions and event participation grant generous rewards, including up to 20 pulls, and new players can earn up to 161 pulls to boost their rosters.
Zenless Zone Zero 2.3 Update: Quality-of-Life Improvements
The 2.3 version update brings meaningful enhancements to gameplay convenience:
- Notifications can now be cleared in bulk to reduce clutter.
- Ether battery selection for equipment charging is automated.
- Drive disc substat filters are added to the character equipment interface enabling better item management.
- Jump buttons for certain errand tasks streamline daily gameplay.
- Progress displays for special training materials aid in resource farming.
- Character Enhancements and Balancing
Version 2.3 refines combat mechanics for Soldier 0 – Anby, enhancing her performance and versatility in teams. Various skill optimizations and passive ability enhancements across characters provide new combat dynamics, including buffs to Lucia and adjustments to Yidhari's kit for balanced gameplay.
New stylish skins are part of the update, including:
- Vivian’s "The Iris of the Shore," obtainable by spending Encrypted Master Tapes with no extra cost.
- Komano Manato’s "White Heart Silhouette," rewarded through completing the new story chapter.
- Upcoming skins like a summer-themed outfit for Vivian are anticipated in later versions.
Zenless Zone Zero 2.3 Update: Platforms and Compensation
The update is available across all supported platforms including PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. HoYoverse also compensates maintenance downtime with free in-game currency Polychrome to thank players for their patience .
Zenless Zone Zero Version 2.3 "Memories of Dreams Bygone" is one of the most comprehensive and content-rich updates so far. It blends new characters, expanded storylines, innovative gameplay modes, and quality-of-life improvements to keep players deeply engaged. Seasonal themes and generous rewards add to the appeal, making it a must-play for existing fans and new players alike. The thoughtful blend of strategic challenge and narrative immersion highlights HoYoverse’s commitment to evolving the Zenless Zone Zero experience.