Zenless Zone Zero top-up guide: Monochrome, memberships, and the 3.1 bonus reset
There has rarely been a better moment to top up Zenless Zone Zero. With Version 3.1 “The Long Goodbye”, released on 29 July 2026 alongside the game’s second anniversary, HoYoverse reset the first-purchase double bonuses for every Monochrome tier in the store – so even long-time players can claim doubled currency once again. This guide explains how ZZZ’s currencies work, what the reset means in practice, and where to top up safely.
A Zenless Zone Zero top-up is a purchase of Monochrome, the game’s premium currency, delivered to a specific account (UID). Monochrome converts to Polychrome at a 1:1 rate and ultimately funds Signal Search pulls. Top-ups are available in-game, on the official HoYoverse Top-Up Center, and on stores such as GAMIVO.
ZZZ currencies explained: Monochrome, Polychrome, and Master Tapes
Zenless Zone Zero, the free-to-play action RPG from HoYoverse released in July 2024, uses a two-tier currency system familiar to Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail players:
- Monochrome is the paid currency. You buy it with real money in the Monochrome Market and can convert it to Polychrome at a 1:1 rate.
- Polychrome is the earned currency. It comes from commissions, achievements, events – and from converting Monochrome.
- Master Tapes and Encrypted Master Tapes are the pull items for Signal Search, the game’s gacha system. Each tape costs 160 Polychrome: standard Master Tapes serve the Stable Channel, while Encrypted Master Tapes cover the limited Agent and W-Engine banners.
In short: real money buys Monochrome, Monochrome becomes Polychrome, and Polychrome becomes pulls. One ten-pull equals 1,600 Polychrome.
Monochrome packages and the first-purchase double bonus
The Monochrome Market sells six tiers, priced from 0.99 to 99.99 USD. The first purchase of each tier doubles the base amount; afterwards, every tier above the smallest reverts to its regular bonus:
| Tier | Standard bonus | First purchase (doubled) |
|---|---|---|
| 60 | – | 120 |
| 300 | +30 | 600 |
| 980 | +110 | 1,960 |
| 1980 | +260 | 3,960 |
| 3280 | +600 | 6,560 |
| 6480 | +1,600 | 12,960 |
The double bonus applies once per tier – buy the 6480 tier for the first time and you receive 12,960 Monochrome; the next purchase of that tier pays out 6480+1600.
Why the 3.1 update matters: the bonus reset
Here is the news that makes August 2026 special. In the official Version 3.1 announcement, HoYoverse confirmed that after the update, first-purchase double rewards are reset for all Monochrome tiers. Every tier – even ones you doubled back in 2024 – can grant its double bonus one more time.
Two details worth knowing:
- The reset does not stack. A tier whose original double bonus was never used still carries just one first-purchase bonus.
- Claiming every doubled tier again adds up quickly – the largest tier alone yields 12,960 Monochrome instead of 6,480.
The reset accompanies the second-anniversary celebrations: Version 3.1 also hands out a free choice of one of five limited S-Rank Agents with its signature W-Engine, plus login rewards including 1,600 Polychrome and additional Encrypted Master Tapes.
Beyond packages: Inter-Knot Membership and the battle pass
If you play daily, two options deliver more value per dollar than raw packages:
- Inter-Knot Membership (4.99 USD for 30 days) grants 300 Monochrome instantly, then 90 Polychrome for each daily login – 2,700 Polychrome in total if you claim every day.
- New Eridu City Fund, the battle pass, has 50 levels fueled by daily and weekly tasks, with paid tracks (Growth Plan at 9.99 USD, Premium Plan at 19.99 USD) that pay out Polychrome, Encrypted Master Tapes, and materials.
Memberships suit steady players; packages suit anyone who wants pulls immediately – especially now, with the doubles refreshed.
Where to top up Zenless Zone Zero
In the game
The Monochrome Market is available directly in the client on every platform, with payment handled by the respective store (App Store, Google Play, PlayStation Store, Xbox, or the PC client).
On the official HoYoverse Top-Up Center
HoYoverse runs a web store where you log in with the account you play on, confirm your server and UID, and buy packages or the Inter-Knot Membership with regular payment methods. Delivery is nearly instant.
On third-party top-up sites
Stores such as GAMIVO, an e-commerce platform for gamers, list ZZZ top-ups supplied by independent suppliers – Monochrome packages with their bonuses, larger combined bundles, and the Inter-Knot Membership. Delivery works by UID: you provide your UID and server at checkout, and the currency is credited to your account without sharing any login details. Competition between suppliers is what keeps prices attractive compared with fixed store rates.
How to find your UID and top up safely
- Locate your UID. Your 9-digit UID sits in the bottom-right corner of the main screen, right after your nickname.
- Know your server. Accounts are bound to one server – America, Europe, Asia, or TW/HK/MO – and transfers are not supported.
- Match both at checkout. Enter the UID and select the exact server. A mismatched server is the most common cause of failed or delayed deliveries.
- Never share credentials. A UID is a public identifier, safe to give out. No legitimate UID top-up requires your HoYoverse password.
- Check your in-game mail. If the currency does not appear immediately, restart the game and check the mailbox.
FAQ
What is the fastest way to get Polychrome in Zenless Zone Zero?
Converting purchased Monochrome is the only instant method – the exchange rate is 1:1. Everything else, from commissions to events, accrues gradually. For regular players, the Inter-Knot Membership offers the best price per Polychrome, at the cost of daily logins.
Did ZZZ really reset the first top-up bonuses?
Yes. HoYoverse’s official Version 3.1 announcement confirms that first-purchase double rewards were reset for all Monochrome tiers after the update on 29 July 2026, as part of the second-anniversary celebration. Each tier can grant its doubled amount once again.
Is it safe to buy ZZZ top-ups from third-party sites?
Yes, on reputable platforms. A UID-based top-up needs only your public UID and server – never your password. On GAMIVO, offers come from verified independent suppliers and support is available around the clock.
How much is a ten-pull in Zenless Zone Zero?
One pull costs 160 Polychrome, so a ten-pull equals 1,600 Polychrome. The 1980+260 Monochrome package covers a ten-pull with room to spare; with the 3.1 first-purchase reset, the doubled 980 tier (1,960 Monochrome) covers one as well.
Can I top up on PC and use the currency on mobile?
Yes. Your account and its currencies are shared across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and mobile – Monochrome bought on any channel lands on the account, not the device. The only boundary is the server your account belongs to.
What is the difference between Monochrome and Polychrome?
Monochrome is bought with real money and can be converted 1:1 into Polychrome. Polychrome is the working currency: it buys Master Tapes for Signal Search pulls. You spend Polychrome; Monochrome is the refillable reserve behind it.
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