In Zenless Zone Zero, Polychrome is the key currency that you need to get new characters through the game’s gacha system. Like other gacha games, Zenless Zone Zero offers multiple ways to get Polychrome, both free and paid.
In this guide, we will go through all the available methods to help you stockpile Polychrome and get ready to expand your roster in the upcoming banners. It is always good to have extra Polychrome and be prepared.
How to Get Polychrome in Zenless Zone Zero
Zenless Zone Zero offers a generous amount of Polychrome obtainable through various in-game activities. Here’s how you can farm Polychrome without spending a dime:
- Complete Daily Errands: These are quick and easy tasks you can do daily, like grabbing a coffee or even just logging in. Completing a set of Errands grants you a chunk of Polychrome alongside other rewards.
- Level Up Your Inter-Knot Level: As you progress through the game and gain Inter-Knot Credit (similar to Adventure Rank in Genshin Impact), your Inter-Knot Level will rise. Leveling up occasionally rewards you with Polychrome.
- Conquer Story, Combat, and Exploration Commissions: After completing these missions you will receive a good chunk of Polychrome as a reward for your troubles. Story Commissions focus on narrative, while Combat Commissions test your battle prowess, and Exploration Commissions involve venturing into the Hollows.
- Enter the Hollow Zero mode: The Hollow Zero game mode is a combat-driven gauntlet where you can fight your way to Polychrome rewards. Completing challenges and leveling up your License Level grant Polychrome. Hollow Zero is the endgame roguelike mode similar to Honkai Star Rail’s Simulated Universe.
- Participate in Time-Limited Events: Keep an eye out for special events! These often come with exclusive challenges and Polychrome up for grabs.
- VR Training: Once you unlock the VR device in the Random Play Store, you can access VR training mode. Here, you will find Agent training exercises and combat tutorials. Completing these not only hones your skills but also rewards you with Polychrome.
- Arcade Mode: Take a break from adventuring and delve into the Arcade Mode’s minigames. Games like New Eridu’s Gold Finger offer Polychrome among other rewards. New limited-time events in the Arcade can also yield Polychrome.
- Read the Proxy Handbook: The Random Play Store also houses a Workbench with the Proxy Handbook. This handbook contains tutorials for various aspects of the game. Look for those marked “New” and read through them to earn some Polychrome.
- Claim Commission Log Rewards: Near the TV at the Random Play Store, you will find the Commission Log. Here you can claim Polychrome rewards earned by finding the perfect video footage in specific Commissions.
- Try Out New Characters: Whenever a new banner rolls around, you’ll have access to Character Demos. Participating in and completing the featured five-star character demo grants Polychrome and other upgrade materials.
- Scratch Cards: Howl’s Newsstand offers a free Scratch Card daily. Scratching off the section reveals a random reward, with a chance to win up to 40 Polychrome.
These are all free and fast ways to get Polychrome in Zenless Zone Zero. However, if you can’t wait or you don’t like replaying certain missions again and again, or you just want more, there are a couple of paid ways:
Monochromes: These can be bought with real money in the Monochrome Market. You can then exchange Monochromes for Polychrome at a 1:1 ratio.
New Eridu City Fund: The main menu offers access to the New Eridu City Fund, essentially the game’s battle pass. This pass comes in free and paid tiers (Growth Plan and Premium Plan). Both paid tiers offer Polychrome alongside other rewards as you progress through their milestones.
Following these methods should earn you enough Polychrome to prepare you for the next Zenless Zone Zero banner and help you fill your squad. While free methods might take a chunk of time, the rewards are plenty and you can always opt for a faster route and buy currency.