Zenless Zone Zero Signal Search Guide: Banner Drop Rates & Pity Systems Explained
Understanding the Signal Search (gacha) system in Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ) is key to efficient account progression and maximizing your chances for S-Rank Agents, W-Engines, and Bangboo. Here’s a breakdown of all banner types, the core drop rates, and how pity systems work for competitive pulls.
Banner Types in Zenless Zone Zero
- Standard (Stable Channel) Banner
- Always available, permanent pool of S-Rank Agents and W-Engines.
- Limited-Time (Exclusive Channel) Banner
- Features rate-up S-Rank Agents/W-Engines.
- W-Engine Banner
- Focuses on exclusive signature weapons (W-Engines).
- Bangboo Banner
- Focuses on Bangboo (support pets/companions).
Banner Drop Rates
| Banner | S-Rank (Agent/Weapon) | A-Rank (Agent/Weapon) | B-Rank (Weapon only) | Pity (Hard Guarantee) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard/Limited | 0.6% | 9.4% (4.7% each) | 94.3% | 90 pulls |
| W-Engine | 1% | 15% | 84% | 80 pulls |
| Bangboo | 1% | 15% | 84% | 80 pulls |
- On ALL banners, you are guaranteed at least A-Rank or better every 10 pulls.
- A “soft pity” mechanic sharply increases S-Rank odds after around 75 pulls on character banners.
How Pity & 50/50 Mechanic Works
- Hard Pity: After 90 pulls (agents), 80 pulls (W-Engines/Bangboo) without an S-Rank, the next pull is guaranteed to be S-Rank.
- 50/50 System on Limited Banners: On Limited banners, the first S-Rank you pull has a 50% chance to be the featured Agent. If you lose, your next S-Rank is guaranteed to be the banner unit.
- Pity Resets: The counter resets after every S-Rank pull.
- On Bangboo banners, once you have enough pulls, you directly select (100% guarantee) the S-Rank Bangboo.
Special Mechanics
- Selector at 300 Pulls: On the standard (Stable) banner, after 300 total pulls, you can pick any permanent S-Rank Agent you want—useful for long-term targeted collecting.
- Soft Pity: Odds gradually spike after about 75 pulls; many players see an S-Rank before hard pity.
- New Player Perks: First five 10-pulls on Standard banner have a 20% discount (one time only), helping you hit your first S-Rank in as little as 40 pulls.
Currency Overview
- Monochromes & Master Tapes: Premium and event currency for normal & limited banners.
- Boopons: Free currency for Bangboo banners only.
Example Pull Table (Standard Banner)
| Pull Count | S-Rank Chance (Cumulative) | Outcome Examples |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | 0.6% | Usually A or B-Rank |
| 40* | (20% discount) | New players likely hit S-Rank early |
| 90 | 100% | Hard pity—guaranteed S-Rank Agent |
| 300 | 100% | Selector for any S-Rank, once only |
Helpful resources
- UltimateGacha Drop Rate Table
- GameRant Signal Search Gacha Guide
- Icy-Veins Banner Pull Rates
- PCGamesN Banner Rates
- Game8 Banner/Pity Overview
- Twinfinite Pity System Explained
- GameWith Gacha Pity System Guide
Plan pulls with pity and banners in mind for best value. Save for rate-ups, use selectors wisely, and always check for event discounts on Ultimategacha.com!
