Yo, what’s up everyone! As of 2026, looking back, one of the wildest and most stylish crossovers in Zenless Zone Zero’s history has to be the Aston Martin collaboration. I mean, come on, Victoria Housekeeping rolling up in a luxury sports car? That’s just peak New Eridu energy right there. Lycaon and Rina weren’t just on a mission; they were on a test drive in the mayor’s latest Aston Martin. Talk about a power move! HoYoverse really said, ‘Forget the usual merch, let’s give our Proxies a taste of the high life.’ And honestly? It was a vibe.
Let me break down this whole glorious, slightly confusing, but undeniably cool event for you.
The Ultimate Crossover: Speed Meets Style
Remember Lycaon’s iconic line from the collab video? It still gives me chills.
“At this moment, allow us on behalf of Victoria Housekeeping Co. to present you with this mechanical work of art that embodies both speed and aesthetics. Start the engine, dear Proxy.”
That’s not just a quote; that’s a whole mood. The collaboration was launched with one of the slickest crossover videos I’ve ever seen. It wasn’t just an ad; it was a short film showcasing New Eridu’s neon-drenched streets with the sleek lines of an Aston Martin cutting through them. Pure cinema.
Victoria Housekeeping’s finest showing off their new wheels. Look at that shine!
The Dream Ride Event & Prizes
Alongside the video, there was a themed campaign where we, the Proxies, got to participate. The premise was simple but awesome: share where in New Eridu you’d most want to cruise around in that beauty. The event ran for a week, and the prizes… oh boy, the prizes were something else.
The Grand Prize: A pristine 1:18 scale model of the 2024 Aston Martin Vantage. We’re talking collector’s item level of detail here.
Other Rewards: Exclusive ZZZ x Aston Martin merchandise that you couldn’t get anywhere else. We’re talking posters, maybe some special in-game decals or cosmetics (the details were a bit hush-hush, but you know it was good).
To enter, you had to:
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Follow both
@ZZZ_ENand@astonmartinon the bird app (you know the one). -
Comment or post a pic/description of your dream cruising spot in New Eridu.
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Use the hashtag
#AstonMartinZZZ.
Simple, effective, and it got the community buzzing. Everyone was sharing their favorite corners of the city, from the bustling streets of Sixth Street to the more serene, hidden pathways. It really made you think about the city’s layout in a new way.
The star of the show: the 2024 Aston Martin Vantage. Just look at it. A work of art, honestly.
Community Reaction: A Mixed Bag of Hype & Confusion
Now, let’s keep it a hundred. The reaction from players was… interesting. The collab video blew up, racking up over 65,000 views in just a few hours. But the comments section? It was a whole spectrum.
The Hype Squad:
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“This is actually so cool? It’s random, but I’m here for it.”
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“Massive respect to HoYo for trying something completely different. Not another food collab!”
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“Victoria Housekeeping driving an Aston Martin fits their aesthetic WAY too well. This is canon now.”
The Confused Crew:
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“Uh… okay? What does this mean for the game?
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“It’s a bit weird, ngl. Are we getting racing missions now?”
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“Cool car, but feels a bit out of left field.”
But you wanna know the one thing almost EVERYONE agreed on? It became the community’s collective prayer, a wish sent out into the aether:
“PLEASE HOYOVERSE, LET US DRIVE CARS IN ZZZ SOMEDAY!”
Seriously, this collab unlocked a deep-seated desire in all of us. We love our Bangboo, we love running and dashing, but imagine tearing up the Hollows in a custom ride? Or having street races in New Eridu? The potential is insane. This collab wasn’t just a marketing stunt; it was a glimpse into a possible future that players are now desperately hoping for.
Final Thoughts: More Than Just a Collab
So, where does this leave us in 2026? The Aston Martin event is a memorable chapter in ZZZ’s history. It showed that HoYoverse isn’t afraid to get bold and blend the gritty, proxy-life of New Eridu with outright luxury and style. For a moment, Victoria Housekeeping wasn’t just a combat-focused agency; they were the coolest kids on the block with the hottest ride.
While we’re still waiting on that official driving mechanic (HoYo, I’m looking at you!), the spirit of that collaboration lives on. It proved that the world of Zenless Zone Zero has room for more than just chaos and Hollows—it has room for speed, beauty, and a damn good time. So, next time you’re navigating Sixth Street, take a second and imagine the purr of a Vantage engine… because someday, maybe, just maybe, we’ll get to start that engine for real.
Until then, we’ll always have that video. And the dream.
What about you? Where would YOU cruise in New Eridu? Let me know in the comments below! 👇