As a dedicated Proxy navigating the ever-shifting chaos of New Eridu, I'm often asked by fellow Hollow explorers if they can join me on my adventures. The question of cooperative play in Zenless Zone Zero is a natural one, especially given the game's core theme of building a team of unique Agents to face the Ethereals. While the main narrative and Hollow exploration are deeply personal journeys, often undertaken with my sibling, the bustling city of New Eridu does offer a social heartbeat where friends can connect and compete.

That social pulse is strongest within the vibrant walls of the Godfinger Arcade, conveniently located right across from the iconic Waterfall Soup Noodle Shop. This isn't co-op in the traditional sense of tackling story missions together, but rather a fantastic, retro-flavored diversion where camaraderie and friendly competition take center stage. To access this mode, I simply head to the arcade and select the 'Arcade Mode' option from the main terminal interface. It's the gateway to some classic fun.

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Currently, as of 2026, the arcade features two primary games that support multiplayer sessions, each allowing for up to four players total. It's a perfect setup for a small group of Proxies looking to unwind after a tense Hollow run. The selection is concise but packed with personality:

  • 🐍 Snake Duel - Clash: A frantic, modern twist on a timeless classic. Up to four players control their own snakes, competing to grow the longest while outmaneuvering and cutting off opponents. It's pure, chaotic fun.

  • 🐕 Soul Hounds III - Group Hunt: This one leans more into cooperative action. Players team up to take down waves of digital beasts in a fast-paced hunting simulation. Coordination here can make all the difference between victory and a swift defeat.

Identifying which games support multiplayer is incredibly straightforward. When browsing the game selection panels inside the arcade, I just need to glance at the bottom right corner of each panel. A clear icon indicates the maximum number of players supported—a simple yet effective system that saves time.

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Once I've settled on a game, inviting friends is a breeze. After selecting the mode, the interface presents me with a screen featuring 'Plus' icons in the lower-right corner. A few clicks are all it takes to send out invitations to my trusted contacts list. Seeing their avatars pop into the arcade cabinet's lobby screen always brings a smile to my face—it's a small but meaningful way to share the vibrant world of New Eridu beyond the solo grind.

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While the core adventure of being a Proxy—scouring the Hollows, managing my video store, and unraveling the city's secrets—remains a primarily solo or narrative-driven duo experience, the Godfinger Arcade stands as a testament to the game's understanding of community. It's a dedicated social space. In a city constantly under threat from dimensional rifts, having these pockets of normalcy, these chances to just hang out and play games with friends, feels incredibly valuable.

The development team has been steadily supporting Zenless Zone Zero with new content, Agents, and events since its launch. I'm always hopeful that future updates might expand cooperative opportunities beyond the arcade. Perhaps one day we'll see limited-time co-op Hollow events or other collaborative challenges. For now, though, the arcade is our playground. It might not be the co-op some initially imagined, but it has become an integral part of my routine in New Eridu. After a long day of proxy work, there's nothing quite like challenging my friends to a round of Snake Duel, the neon lights of the arcade reflecting off the rainy streets outside, reminding us that even in this strange world, we can still find simple joys together.