Zenless Zone Zero Birthday Gift Update: New Gifts, Dates, and Server Times
The Zenless Zone Zero birthday gift update introduces the Custom-Made Flower Gift and the Stargazy (Improved) birthday namecard starting July 4, 2026. HoYoverse is updating the birthday rewards as the game’s second anniversary approaches, with the exact update time depending on the server.
Players who have already set their birthday can receive the updated gifts by logging into Zenless Zone Zero on their birthday. The birthday gift system follows an annual validity period, while players with a February 29 birthday follow a special rule during non-leap years.
Birthday Gift Update at a Glance
The biggest change is replacing the previous birthday gifts with two updated items: Custom-Made Flower Gift and Stargazy (Improved). The update takes effect at midnight on July 4 for most servers, while the America server receives the update on July 3.
| Birthday Gift Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Update | Birthday gift reward refresh |
| New gift item | Custom-Made Flower Gift |
| New namecard | Stargazy (Improved) |
| Main update date | July 4, 2026 |
| Standard update time | 00:00:00 server time |
| Birthday requirement | Birthday must be set |
| Login requirement | Log in on your birthday |
| Gift validity period | July 4 to July 3 of the following year |
| February 29 birthdays | February 28 in non-leap years; February 29 in leap years |
| Reason for update | Zenless Zone Zero second anniversary |
The official announcement confirms that the birthday gifts sent via in-game mail will change after the specified July 2026 update.
What Are the New ZZZ Birthday Gifts?
The updated birthday rewards are the Custom-Made Flower Gift and the Stargazy (Improved) namecard. These items are distributed as birthday gifts via mail after the relevant server reaches its update time.
The update is tied to the game’s annual birthday system rather than a limited-time event that requires players to complete missions. Your birthday setting determines when you become eligible to receive the gifts.
Custom-Made Flower Gift
The Custom-Made Flower Gift is included in the updated birthday mail reward starting July 4, 2026. It replaces the birthday gift associated with the previous reward period.
The official notice identifies the item as part of the birthday gift update but provides no additional gameplay statistics or combat functionality. Players should therefore treat it as a birthday-related collectible rather than assume it provides a gameplay bonus.
Stargazy (Improved) Namecard
The Stargazy (Improved) namecard is the second updated birthday reward. Like the flower gift, it is delivered through the game’s birthday mail system when an eligible Proxy logs in on their birthday.
The “Improved” designation distinguishes this updated version from the earlier birthday namecard. The announcement specifically names Stargazy (Improved) as the updated birthday namecard.
When Does the Birthday Gift Update Take Effect?
The birthday gift update begins at 00:00:00 server time on July 4, 2026, although the exact calendar date varies for America server players due to server-specific scheduling.
For Asia, TW/HK/MO, and Europe, the update occurs at midnight on July 4. The America server receives the update at 00:00:00 on July 3, 2026, according to its time zone.
Server-Specific Birthday Gift Update Times
The server schedule is important because the global update does not occur on the same local calendar date across all regions.
| Server | Birthday Gift Update |
|---|---|
| Asia | July 4, 2026, 00:00:00 server time |
| TW/HK/MO | July 4, 2026, 00:00:00 server time |
| America | July 3, 2026, 00:00:00 server time |
| Europe | July 4, 2026, 00:00:00 server time |
The official announcement notes that update times can vary between servers, so players should use their own server’s schedule rather than converting another region’s date.
How Does the ZZZ Birthday Gift System Work?
The birthday gift system is straightforward: set your birthday, then log into the game on that birthday during the applicable gift period. The reward is sent through in-game mail.
Setting the birthday is therefore essential. A Proxy who has not configured their birthday cannot rely on the birthday mail system to determine when to send the annual reward.
What Happens After You Set Your Birthday?
Once your birthday is configured, the system uses that date to determine when your annual birthday gift becomes available.
On your birthday, you need to log into Zenless Zone Zero during the corresponding effective period. The official notice states that eligible Proxies receive their birthday gifts when they log in on their birthday.
This also means the reward is not simply distributed to every account on July 4. July 4 is the annual birthday gift update date, not the birthday of every Proxy.
How Long Is the Birthday Gift Valid?
Each annual birthday gift period runs from 00:00:00 on July 4 of the current year through 23:59:59 on July 3 of the following year. This annual cycle determines which birthday gift set is active when a player’s birthday arrives.
For example, the updated birthday gift period beginning July 4, 2026, runs until 23:59:59 on July 3, 2027. The birthday gift set then updates again at 00:00:00 on July 4, 2027.
Annual Birthday Gift Cycle
The system can be understood as a repeating yearly cycle:
July 4, 2026 → July 3, 2027: Updated birthday gift set is active.
July 4, 2027: The next annual birthday gift update occurs.
This structure means the gift period is based on the game’s annual update cycle rather than simply following the calendar year from January through December.
What Happens If Your Birthday Is February 29?
Players born on February 29 receive their birthday gifts on February 28 during non-leap years. During leap years, they receive the gift on February 29.
This rule prevents February 29 birthdays from being skipped when the calendar does not contain February 29.
February 29 Birthday Schedule
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The special rule applies specifically to Proxies whose birthday is set to February 29. Players with other birthday dates continue to receive their birthday gifts according to their selected date.
Does the Birthday Gift Update Require a New Game Version?
The supplied official announcement describes the change as a birthday-gift update tied to the second anniversary. It does not specify a specific game version number as a requirement to receive the updated gifts.
This distinction matters because birthday rewards are handled through the birthday mail system. Players should not assume that the gifts are tied to a new character banner, event stage, or separate gameplay mode unless HoYoverse provides additional details.
What Should Players Do Before Their Birthday?
The most important step is to set your birthday in advance. Players who have already selected a birthday can then log in on that date during the applicable annual gift period.
You should also check your server before relying on the July 2026 update date. The America server, for example, receives the birthday gift update at 00:00 on July 3, 2026, while Asia, TW/HK/MO, and Europe receive it at 00:00 on July 4 in their respective server times.
Birthday Gift Checklist
Set your birthday: Make sure it's configured in Zenless Zone Zero.
Know your server: Birthday gift update timing varies between servers.
Log in on your birthday: This is required to receive the birthday gift during the applicable period.
Check your in-game mail: The updated rewards have been delivered.
Remember February 29 rules: February 29 birthdays shift to February 28 during non-leap years.
At Animon Life, we also track official Zenless Zone Zero updates and collectible-related announcements, including changes that affect birthday and anniversary content.
Birthday Gift Update vs Birthday Eligibility
The July 2026 update date and your personal birthday serve different purposes. The July 4 annual reset determines which birthday gift set is active, while your selected birthday determines when you can receive that gift.
For example, a Proxy whose birthday falls in August would receive the updated birthday gift after the July 4, 2026 update. A Proxy with a birthday in March would also receive the updated set during their birthday in the same annual cycle.
This explains why players should not expect everyone to receive the new birthday rewards immediately when the update takes effect.
Final Takeaway
The Zenless Zone Zero birthday gift update introduces Custom-Made Flower Gift and Stargazy (Improved) as the new birthday rewards for the annual cycle beginning in July 2026.
The update starts at 00:00:00 server time, with Asia, TW/HK/MO, and Europe updating on July 4 and America updating on July 3. To receive the new gifts, Proxies must have a birthday set and log into the game on their birthday.
The updated birthday gift period lasts from July 4, 2026, through July 3, 2027, while February 29 birthdays follow the special February 28 rule during non-leap years.
Animon Life continues to follow and update official Zenless Zone Zero releases and related updates for North American customers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the new Zenless Zone Zero birthday gifts for 2026?
The updated birthday gifts are the Custom-Made Flower Gift and the Stargazy (Improved) birthday namecard. They become active according to the server-specific July 2026 update schedule.
When does the ZZZ birthday gift update happen?
The update occurs at 00:00:00 server time. It takes effect on July 4, 2026, for Asia, TW/HK/MO, and Europe, while the America server schedule is July 3, 2026, at 00:00:00 server time.
How do I receive my ZZZ birthday gift?
Set your birthday in Zenless Zone Zero and log in on your birthday during the applicable birthday gift period. The reward is delivered through in-game mail.
What happens if my birthday is February 29?
A Proxy with a February 29 birthday receives the birthday gift on February 29 during leap years and on February 28 during non-leap years.