Astra Yao of Zenless Zone Zero 1.5 has been given a dramatic narrative short film

Zenless Zone Zero unveils a new focus on Astra Yao, delving into her backstory. MiHoYo (HoYoverse) continues to expand the game's roster, this time highlighting Astra Yao, the singer and part-time broadcast personality.

A new animated short explores Astra Yao's past, centering on a benefit concert held in the wake of a devastating cavern collapse. Following a tense encounter with a reporter, the story flashes back to pivotal moments in her history.

Astra Yao is featured in the first character banner of Zenless Zone Zero 1.5, with Evelyn Chevalier appearing in the second.

The 1.5 update includes the customary miHoYo (HoYoverse) Polychrome compensation. Players receive 300 Polychromes for bug fixes and another 300 for technical improvements related to the update. These are delivered via in-game mail.

Agent Astra Yao (Air, Support), a new S-rank agent, is introduced. Beyond her singing career, Astra Yao is a potent support agent, restoring ally HP and significantly boosting damage output. Her skills enhance attack chain initiation and quick assists, allowing for devastating enemy damage.