How Much Zenless Zone Zero Is Like Genshin Impact

When released, most critics familiar with the action-RPG genre knew what its immediate point of comparison would be for its potential audience. As a HoYoverse game, exists in a world where is the bar for every release from the developer following it. While was different enough that judging the two games side by side was pretty quickly dismissed, isn't turn-based, and its reliance on satisfying, quick combat is certainly more reminiscent of its older sibling.

That being said, how much is like matters a lot for many interested in the former. was the introduction to gacha gaming for many, so its often considered the standard for the genre, even though there have been many that have come before it (and since). is also some people's daily/live service game, so the idea of adding another title that isn't at least partially relatable can be daunting. To answer the question of and 's similarities, it's easier to break down both the familiar and the new.

Should you pick Belle or Wise in Zenless Zone Zero? It's much different from picking protagonists in other HoYoverse games, so take note.

The most obvious comparison between and is the genre — they're both action-RPGs, though they differ wildly in their implementation of that gameplay. At their core, however, they both feature fast-paced, enjoyable combat that centers around chaining attacks together by multiple team members to create synergetic reactions. Both games have dodge mechanics, though 's is more stylish, and they feature equipment and skill loadouts that can be improved to further raise the efficiency of a given combination of party members.

There's also another obvious similarity — and are HoYoverse games. The developer is known for its quality and that's present in, with gorgeous world design, memorable character aesthetics, a memorable OST, and the level of polish players have come to expect from HoYoverse releases. Presumably, the game will also follow a familiar release schedule for its content, alongside