“Persona 5 meets Street Fighter meets Genshin Impact.” That is the blend miHoYo hopes to achieve with Zenless Zone Zero, which will go on sale on July 4th. While the prospect of a crossover like this is intriguing, players’ main concern is whether or not their gaming setups will be able to support it smoothly.
Surprisingly, miHoYo has set the bar low with the minimum system requirements. It’s a deliberate move, likely influenced by the game’s simultaneous release across PC, PS5, iOS, and Android. To run Zenless Zone Zero at its most basic level, you’ll only need a 7th Gen Intel Core i5, 8 GB of RAM, and an Nvidia GeForce GTX 970—a graphics card that’s been around for over a decade. It’s a testament to miHoYo’s optimization efforts, though real-world performance remains to be seen until players get their hands on it.
For those aiming to maximize their experience, the recommended specs are comfortably within reach for most modern gaming setups. With just 8 GB of RAM and an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 or higher, coupled with a 10th Gen Intel Core i7 processor, Zenless Zone Zero should perform admirably. The demand for a 10th Gen Core i7, known for its robust performance with eight cores (or six in many laptops), is the steepest requirement, yet still manageable given the advancements in CPU technology since then.
While specific AMD equivalents aren’t detailed, contemporary Ryzen CPUs with comparable core counts should also meet or exceed the recommended specifications. Even some Ryzen 5 processors, with fewer cores than their Intel counterparts, are likely capable enough, especially considering the game’s modest minimum requirements. A 7th Gen Core i5, after all, offers just four cores and threads, a standard easily surpassed by most current processors.
The accessibility of these specifications underscores miHoYo’s intent to reach a broad audience, ensuring that Zenless Zone Zero can be enjoyed across a range of hardware setups without compromising gameplay quality. This approach reflects a strategic balance between performance expectations and widespread accessibility, crucial for a game aiming to appeal to both PC gamers and mobile enthusiasts alike.
As for the gameplay itself, early impressions highlight promising aspects. Combat animations are fluid, melodies are engaging, and the character designs are meticulously crafted—a hallmark of miHoYo’s attention to detail. “I was having an absolute blast with it in Zenless Zone Zero,” remarks Mollie, a testament to the game’s initial appeal. However, concerns linger about its departure from miHoYo’s established formulas, which could affect its long-term replayability compared to their flagship titles like Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail.
With the game’s launch imminent, players won’t have long to wait before diving into Zenless Zone Zero’s world. Available for preload now, it’s expected to occupy approximately 50 GB of storage space an indication of the game’s scope and depth, as discussed by excited users on Reddit.
With its promise of a distinctive gaming experience that defies convention, Zenless Zone Zero is miHoYo’s ambitious attempt to combine genres and platforms. One thing is for sure, it’s going to provide gamers who are eager to explore its universe with an engaging trip. Whether it has the same cultural influence as its predecessors is still to be determined.
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