HoYoverse's action RPG, from the makers of Genshin Impact. Fast combat, a big cast of Agents to collect, and a new update every few weeks.
Play Zenless Zone Zero free on PC Free · Windows 10/11 · Runs on a GTX 970 and 8 GB of RAMZenless Zone Zero is free to play on Windows PC, and it runs on modest hardware. First, check that your PC is ready, then follow the steps below to start playing in a few minutes.
Can your PC run Zenless Zone Zero?
Probably yes: the official minimum is a GTX 970 with 8 GB of RAM. Pick your graphics card, processor and RAM, or press Auto-detect, to check your PC in one click.
Pick your hardware and we compare it with the official Zenless Zone Zero requirements.
Official Zenless Zone Zero PC requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 64-bit, DirectX 11 | Windows 10 64-bit, DirectX 11 |
| CPU | Intel Core i5 (7th gen) | Intel Core i7 (10th gen) |
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 |
| Storage | 75 GB (SSD recommended) | 75 GB (SSD recommended) |
Source: official Zenless Zone Zero website. Results are estimates based on relative hardware performance.
How to play Zenless Zone Zero on PC
Click "Play free on PC"
The button on this page takes you to the PC version of the game.
Install it on Windows
Run the installer and let the game download. It needs 75 GB of free space.
Open the game and log in
Create a free account so your progress is saved.
Play the prologue
The first missions teach you the controls. Use mouse and keyboard or a controller.
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What is Zenless Zone Zero?
Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ) is an urban fantasy action RPG from HoYoverse, the studio behind Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail. It launched in July 2024 and is now on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, iOS and Android.
You play as a Proxy in New Eridu, the last big city in a world hit by dangerous rifts called Hollows. Proxies guide teams of Agents through the Hollows on commissions, while trying to uncover what is really happening to the city. Between missions, you run a small video store with your sibling, explore the streets and get to know the cast.
Why play Zenless Zone Zero on PC?
ZZZ is on phones too, but the combat is fast and the game looks its best on a computer.
Sharper graphics and smoother FPS than on a phone, so you see every attack coming.
Dodges and parries are much easier to time with real buttons than on a touchscreen.
Long sessions and events do not drain or heat up your phone.
A GTX 970 and 8 GB of RAM are enough to start, and a GTX 1660 plays it well on High.
Screenshots
Images: HoYoverse (Steam).
PC system requirements
Official specs from the Zenless Zone Zero Steam page, checked in October 2026:
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i5 (7th gen) | Intel Core i7 (10th gen) |
| Memory | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Graphics card | GeForce GTX 970 | GeForce GTX 1660 |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage | 75 GB (SSD recommended) | 75 GB (SSD recommended) |
What that means: any card at GTX 1060, GTX 1650 Super or RX 570 level or better works. A GTX 1660, RTX 2060, RTX 3050 or newer reaches the recommended level. On AMD processors, a Ryzen 5 1600 or newer is around the minimum.
How many FPS will you get?
Estimates from our FPS Estimator, 1080p, native resolution:
| Your PC | Low | Medium | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| GTX 1650 + Core i5-7400 | ~63 | ~49 | ~39 |
| GTX 970 + Core i5-7400 | ~70 | ~62 | ~50 |
| GTX 1660 + Ryzen 5 3600 | ~96 | ~76 | ~60 |
| RTX 3060 + Ryzen 5 5600 | ~129 | ~112 | ~89 |
| RTX 4060 + Ryzen 5 5600 | ~129 | ~114 | ~102 |
These are estimates, not benchmarks: big fights with lots of effects run slower than the city streets.
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Best settings for smooth combat
- FPS: set it to your monitor's refresh rate and turn Vertical Sync off for the most responsive dodges.
- Volumetric Fog and Mirror Reflections: turn them off first. They cost the most FPS for the least visual difference.
- Anti-Aliasing: SMAA looks clean without a big cost.
- Shadows, FX and Character Quality: High on a recommended-level PC, Medium on a GTX 970 or GTX 1650.
- On a laptop: plug in the charger and set the game to High performance in Settings > System > Display > Graphics.
- Drivers: update from the NVIDIA app or AMD Software before your first session.
To see your frame rate while you play, follow How to Show FPS in Games. More fixes are in How to Increase FPS on PC.
Beginner tips
- Learn to dodge first. A perfectly timed dodge opens a powerful dodge counter. It is the most important skill in the game.
- Switch Agents often. Switching at the right moment triggers powerful assist attacks and chain attacks, and keeps every Agent's skills in play.
- Build teams around attributes and roles. Each Agent has an attribute (like Fire, Ice or Electric) and a role (like Attack, Stun, Anomaly or Support). A Stun Agent plus damage dealers is a strong start.
- Follow the main story. It unlocks new modes, features and rewards, and teaches the systems one at a time.
- Do not rush your premium currency. Save it for the Agents you really want instead of spending it the moment you get it.
What's new: Version 3.3 "Journey to the Sky"
Version 3.3 arrives on October 21, 2026:
- Phoenix, a new S-Rank Fire Anomaly Agent, arrives in the first half of the version.
- Severian, a new S-Rank Wind Attack Agent, arrives in the second half.
- Mech combat joins the main story: you pilot combat mechs with melee and ranged modes.
Release times, banners and events: Zenless Zone Zero 3.3 guide.
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- Zenless Zone Zero game page
FAQ
Is Zenless Zone Zero free on PC?
Yes. It is free to play on Windows PC, with optional in-game purchases.
Can I play Zenless Zone Zero on a GTX 1650?
Yes, on Low to Medium settings at 1080p. The GTX 1650 is a little below the official minimum, so turn off Volumetric Fog for smoother play.
Can I play Zenless Zone Zero with 8 GB of RAM?
Yes. 8 GB is listed for both the minimum and the recommended specs.
Can I play with a controller?
Yes. You can play with mouse and keyboard or with a controller.
Can I play Zenless Zone Zero on a Mac?
Not with the Windows version. It needs Windows 10 or 11 64-bit.
Ready to play Zenless Zone Zero?
Play free on PCZenless Zone Zero is a trademark of HoYoverse. FpsGen is an independent site and is not affiliated with HoYoverse. We may earn a commission when you sign up through our links. Requirements checked October 20, 2026; version 3.3 details from Gematsu. FPS: estimates from FpsGen's FPS Estimator.
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