Zero Sievert Gets Major Phantom Update, Sequel Development Confirmed
The update addresses late-game aimlessness complaints with a new boss and storage improvements, while the parallel development plan signals the studio intends to maintain the original game as a live service even as it builds the sequel.
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Publisher Modern Wolf released the Phantom Update for Zero Sievert on June 5, adding a new roaming boss, storage containers, and other features. The developer also confirmed plans to continue supporting the original game alongside the recently announced sequel Zero Sievert 2.
The Phantom Update introduces a humanoid roaming boss called Phantom to the swamp area, which previously lacked such enemies. Storage containers at the base bunker now help manage the large volume of materials required for base expansion, a pain point for players. The developer stated in an interview that content for the original Zero Sievert will continue alongside work on Zero Sievert 2, which was announced earlier this year.
Zero Sievert launched in early access in November 2022 and received its full 1.0 release in October 2024. The PvE extraction shooter currently holds a Very Positive rating on Steam from over 13,000 reviews, though recent user reviews have been Mixed, with some citing UI issues and a lack of direction in the late game. The Phantom Update is the second major content drop following the Rotking Update.
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