Navigating the world of Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ) involves understanding its diverse economy. Like many gacha games, ZZZ features a variety of currencies, materials, and resources essential for progression. This comprehensive Zenless Zone Zero Currency Guide will break down each type, helping you manage your resources effectively and optimize your gameplay. Whether you’re a seasoned gacha player familiar with games like Genshin Impact and Honkai Star Rail, or a newcomer to the genre, this guide will clarify the intricacies of ZZZ’s economic system.
Understanding Battery Charge: Your Stamina System
Battery Charge is Zenless Zone Zero’s equivalent to stamina or energy in other games. This resource is crucial for participating in various activities that reward you with currencies and upgrade materials. Think of it as the fuel that powers your progression in ZZZ.
Key Features of Battery Charge:
- Regeneration Rate: Battery Charge replenishes at a rate of 1 point every 6 minutes.
- Maximum Capacity: You can store up to 240 Battery Charge at any given time, equating to a full recharge over 24 hours.
- Daily Bonus: Don’t forget to visit the Coffee Shop once daily to claim an extra 60 Battery Charge, along with a beneficial bonus for your next farming stage. This daily boost is a simple yet effective way to maximize your resource gathering.
Decoding Zenless Zone Zero Currencies: A Detailed Breakdown
ZZZ employs a multi-layered currency system. Understanding each currency’s purpose is vital for efficient resource management. Let’s delve into each type:
| Currency | Description | ZZZ Equivalent | Genshin Equivalent | HSR Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denny | The primary in-game currency used for everyday transactions. Essential for upgrading Agents (characters), W-Engines (weapons), skills, and various other enhancements. | Credit | ||
| Polychrome | The premium currency used for gacha pulls (summons). Accumulating Polychrome allows you to wish for new Agents and W-Engines. | Polychrome | Primogem | Stellar Jade |
| Monochrome Film | The paid version of Polychrome, typically purchased with real money. It offers the same value as Polychrome for gacha pulls but is acquired through real-world transactions. | Monochrome Film | Genesis Crystal | Oneiric Shard |
| Master Tape | Used for pulls on the Standard Banner. This banner usually features a wider pool of Agents and W-Engines available at all times. | Master Tape | Acquaint Fate | Star Rail Pass |
| Encrypted Master Tape | Used for pulls on Limited Banners. These banners feature rate-up Agents and W-Engines that are only available for a limited duration. | Star Rail Special Pass | ||
| Fading Signal | Earned as bonus currency from gacha pulls. Fading Signal can be exchanged in the Signal Shop for various materials and additional pulls. | Fading Signal | Masterless Stardust | Undying Ember |
| Residual Signal | A premium shop currency, also obtained from gacha pulls, but at a lower rate than Fading Signal. Residual Signal allows you to purchase rarer and more valuable items in the Signal Shop, including extra pulls and exclusive materials. | Undying Starlight |
For strategic advice on resource allocation and Signal Shop priorities, explore our dedicated ZZZ Spending Guide for in-depth recommendations.
Bangboo Currencies: Boopon & Bangbuck Explained
Zenless Zone Zero introduces a unique system with Bangboos, customizable companion robots. This system brings two new currencies:
Boopon
Boopons are used specifically for pulling Bangboos. Think of them as the gacha currency dedicated to acquiring these robotic companions.
Bangbuck
Bangbuck currency icon in Zenless Zone Zero, obtained from Bangboo pulls.
Bangbucks are obtained as a byproduct of pulling Bangboos, similar to Fading and Residual Signals from Agent/W-Engine pulls. You can spend Bangbucks in the Signal Shop to acquire more Boopons or materials specifically designed for enhancing your Bangboos. This creates a dedicated ecosystem for Bangboo progression.
Zenless Zone Zero Upgrade Materials: Enhancing Your Agents and Gear
Upgrade materials are essential for strengthening your Agents, W-Engines, and Bangboos. These materials are primarily acquired by spending Battery Charge in Combat Simulations (for Agents and W-Engines) and Hollow Zero (for Bangboos).
Agent Enhancement Materials: Leveling Up Your Agents
| Material | Description | Image |
|---|---|---|
| Trainee Investigator Log | Provides 100 Agent EXP. Used for early-stage Agent leveling. | |
| Official Investigator Log | Provides 600 Agent EXP. A more efficient way to level up Agents compared to Trainee Logs. | Official Investigator Log icon in Zenless Zone Zero. |
| Senior Investigator Log | Provides 3000 Agent EXP. The most efficient EXP material for significant Agent level gains. |
Agent Promotion Materials: Breaking Level Caps
| Material | Description | Image |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Offense Certification Seal | Used to increase the level cap of Offense Agents at lower levels. | Basic Offense Certification Seal icon for Agent promotion in ZZZ. |
| Advanced Offense Certification Seal | Used to further increase the level cap of Offense Agents at mid-levels. | |
| Pioneer’s Certification Seal | Used to achieve the highest level cap for Offense Agents. Certification Seals are specialty-specific, meaning different Agent types (Offense, Stun, Anomaly, Support, Defense) require different seals. | Pioneer’s Certification Seal icon for Agent promotion in ZZZ. |
Key points about Agent Promotion Materials:
- Specialty-Based: Materials are categorized by Agent Specialty (e.g., Offense, Stun, Controller, Ruler, Defender).
- Tiered System: There are three tiers of Certification Seals, corresponding to different level cap increases:
- Basic [Level 20 Cap Increase]
- Advanced [Level 30/40 Cap Increase]
- Pioneer/Buster/Controller/Ruler/Defender [Level 50/60 Cap Increase]
- Material Conversion: You can trade up materials at a 3:1 ratio (e.g., 3 Basic Seals for 1 Advanced Seal) or trade down at a 1:3 ratio (e.g., 1 Advanced Seal for 3 Basic Seals).
Agent Skill Enhancement Materials: Upgrading Agent Abilities
| Material | Description | Image |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Physical Chip | Used to increase the Skill Level of Agents with Physical attributes at lower levels. | |
| Advanced Physical Chip | Used to further increase the Skill Level of Physical Agents at mid-levels. | Advanced Physical Chip icon for Agent skill enhancement in ZZZ. |
| Specialized Physical Chip | Used for significant Skill Level upgrades for Physical Agents at higher levels. Skill Enhancement Materials are attribute-specific (Physical, Fire, Electric, etc.). Crafting (1:3) and Dismantling (1:3) ratios apply, similar to Agent Promotion Materials. |
W-Engine Enhancement Materials: Powering Up Your Weapons
| Material | Description | Image |
|---|---|---|
| W-Engine Battery | Provides 100 W-Engine EXP. Used for early-stage W-Engine leveling. | W-Engine Battery icon in Zenless Zone Zero. |
| W-Engine Power Supply | Provides 600 W-Engine EXP. A more efficient material for leveling W-Engines. | |
| W-Engine Energy Module | Provides 3000 W-Engine EXP. The most efficient EXP material for significant W-Engine level boosts. | W-Engine Energy Module icon in Zenless Zone Zero. |
W-Engine Promotion Materials: Increasing Weapon Level Caps
| Material | Description | Image |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Offense Certification Seal | Used to increase the level cap of Offense W-Engines at lower levels. Note: While the name is the same as Agent Promotion material, they are distinct items. | |
| Advanced Offense Certification Seal | Used to further increase the level cap of Offense W-Engines at mid-levels. | Reinforced Attack Component icon for W-Engine promotion in ZZZ. |
| Pioneer’s Certification Seal | Used to unlock the highest level cap for Offense W-Engines. W-Engine Promotion materials follow the same Specialty and Tier system as Agent Promotion Materials. (Attack = Offense for W-Engines). |
Bangboo Enhancement Materials: Leveling Your Companions
| Material | Description | Image |
|---|---|---|
| Bangboo Software Patch | Provides 100 Bangboo EXP. Used for initial Bangboo leveling. | Bangboo Software Patch icon in Zenless Zone Zero. |
| Bangboo Algorithm Module | Provides 600 Bangboo EXP. A more effective way to level up Bangboos. | |
| Bangboo System Widget | Provides 3000 Bangboo EXP. The most efficient EXP material for substantial Bangboo level increases. | Bangboo System Widget icon in Zenless Zone Zero. |
Bangboo Promotion Materials: Raising Bangboo Level Caps
| Material | Description
