In a nutshell

• CyberConnect2 celebrates its 30th anniversary with the reveal of .hack//Z.E.R.O.
• The game will be fully self‑published, marking a first for the franchise.
• Music is composed by Taro Hakase, promising a fresh and immersive RPG experience.

Today, February 16, 2026, marks the 30th anniversary of CyberConnect2, and the studio has unveiled a major project to celebrate the milestone — the development of .hack//Z.E.R.O., a brand‑new original RPG.

A teaser website has been unveiled, along with a trailer which can be seen below.

Unlike previous entries in the .hack series, which were published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, .hack//Z.E.R.O. will be fully self‑published by CyberConnect2, with the studio managing everything from planning and development to release.

Bandai Namco has granted CyberConnect2 permission to assume full ownership of the project, marking a historic first for the franchise.

A New Chapter for the .hack Series

The .hack series has long been known for its unique blend of fantasy and reality, and with .hack//Z.E.R.O., CyberConnect2 promises to deliver a novel RPG experience infused with 100% CyberConnect2 spirit, designed to appeal to both veteran fans and newcomers alike.

Adding to the excitement, world‑renowned violinist Taro Hakase has composed the music for the project, setting the tone with his signature artistry.