Overview of Recent Changes in Zenless Zone Zero
- Players raised concerns over perceived censorship in Zenless Zone Zero, specifically regarding character model visibility from certain camera angles.
- HoYoverse promptly addressed these concerns, claiming the visual issue was a bug rather than a deliberate adjustment.
- As an act of goodwill, the developer rewarded players with 300 Polychrome following the fix for the character model issue.
Following the implementation of Update 1.4 in Zenless Zone Zero, HoYoverse swiftly responded to community feedback regarding potential censorship tied to character models. This recent update has kept the game in the spotlight, enhancing gameplay and providing new content for fans of the live-service gacha phenomenon.
Update 1.4 is not only a welcoming entry point for newcomers but also serves existing players with fresh content and optimizations. Among the highlights, the introduction of the new character Hoshimi Miyabi and the conclusion of the game’s initial story arc are pivotal. Additionally, players are offered new endgame activities designed to enrich their overall gaming experience. However, some modifications have sparked dissatisfaction within the community, leading to accusations of censorship directed at HoYoverse.
The core of the controversy revolved around the fading effect applied to character models when players manipulated camera angles. For instance, attempting to get a closer look at characters, such as Burnice, resulted in them becoming mostly invisible. This prompted a swift backlash from fans, who characterized these changes as unjust censorship.
Version 1.4 Known Issues & Fixes Dear Proxy: Since the Version 1.4 update, we have been closely monitoring feedback and suggestions from Proxies, striving to provide everyone with the best possible gaming experience. As such, we have promptly addressed and fixed several issues… pic.twitter.com/5uxHoMwSFZ — Zenless Zone Zero (@ZZZ_EN) December 18, 2024
HoYoverse Resolves Character Visibility Issue and Issues Player Compensation
In response to the uproar, HoYoverse clarified that the fading character model issue was a bug—an unintended glitch rather than a design choice. The official Zenless Zone Zero social media account confirmed that the fading effect was corrected, allowing characters to remain more visible than they had been during the controversy, although not exactly as they appeared prior to the update. The prompt action to rectify this was met with approval from many fans, who appreciated the developer’s willingness to address player concerns. To further express gratitude, HoYoverse distributed 300 Polychrome as compensation for the disruption.
While HoYoverse has not directly addressed the allegations of censorship, speculation suggests that the visual fading was an unintended consequence of allowing for character switching in the overworld. Larger character models, such as the bear thiren named Ben, frequently caused complications, prompting the development team to implement a visibility reduction as a temporary fix when the camera became restricted. Despite the initial uproar, the resolution to the character visibility issue appears to have calmed the community’s concerns.