I remember the first time I saw that little cassette tape icon light up on a stream; it felt like discovering a secret message from the city itself. The world of New Eridu is full of hidden connections, and one of the most delightful is the bridge between my adventures on the Inter-Knot and the vibrant community on Twitch. It’s a simple ritual, really—a way for the city to whisper a ‘thank you’ for tuning into its stories. So, let me walk you through it, not as a set of instructions, but as a shared experience between fellow Proxies. It’s honestly easier than you think, and hey, free stuff is always a welcome surprise in this line of work.

How do you start? You begin by forging the link. Head to that special corner of the official site—you'll know it when you see it. The page hums with a quiet energy, and there, waiting, is a cassette player interface. It asks for a connection. First, you log into your Zenless Zone Zero life—choose your server, see your Proxy name and Inter-Knot Level appear like a digital calling card. This is the moment. You click, making sure it’s you, because this bond is exclusive. One account, one connection. It’s a commitment. Then, the magic happens: the left tape deck glows a brilliant, electric blue and begins its soft, hypnotic spin. It’s alive. The next step is to introduce it to your Twitch persona. Authorize the handshake, let Hoyoverse and Twitch share the necessary details. And just like that, the two tapes are spinning in sync. The link is forged. You’ve wired your Proxy identity directly into the streaming ether.

Now for the fun part—the rewards, or as I like to think of them, the city’s gifts. With your accounts in harmony, you return to Twitch. Your mission is to find a streamer who’s broadcasting from New Eridu with ‘Drops Enabled.’ It’s usually right there in the title, a little beacon. Find one, settle in. You don’t even need to have the volume blasting; a muted tab still counts, as long as the stream itself is live. To be doubly sure, glance at the chat. There’s often a friendly automated box that announces, ‘Drops enabled on this channel.’ It’s the all-clear.

So, what’s in the box? The current offering, a lovely little care package from the developers, rewards your time. It’s a gradual unveiling:

• 15 minutes of watch time: 12,000 Denny. Walking-around money for the city.

• 30 minutes: 2 Senior Investigator Logs. For deepening your understanding of the urban mysteries.

• 1 hour: 3 W-Engine Energy Modules. Essential fuel for your adventures.

• 1 hour 30 minutes: 2 Bangboo System Widgets. Upgrades for your loyal little companion.

• 2 hours: 50 Polychromes. The precious currency that makes every Proxy's heart beat a little faster.

Once you’ve hit that two-hour mark, the claim is yours. Head to your Twitch Drops inventory page. You’ll see the rewards waiting, and with a click of ‘Claim Now,’ they’re sent to your in-game inbox. A quick note from one Proxy to another: you’ll need to have completed ‘The Proxy and the Hare’ commission first to actually receive these gifts in New Eridu. Consider it a rite of passage.

Looking ahead to 2026, this is far from a one-time event. Hoyoverse has a wonderful habit of refreshing these campaigns. If you look at their other worlds, like the consistent offerings in Genshin Impact, you’ll see the pattern. It’s become a monthly ritual for many of us—a quick check-in to see what new little surprise the developers have left for the community. It’s a living, breathing part of the game’s ecosystem.

Of course, Twitch Drops are just one thread in the tapestry of earning rewards. The city itself is generous if you know where to look:

Activity	Reward Type	Notes
Completing Commissions & Story	Denny, Polychromes, Materials	The core gameplay loop.
Daily Check-In	Various Items & Currency	Consistency is key.
Redeeming Gift Codes	Polychromes, Upgrade Materials	Follow official channels!
Participating in Events	Exclusive Items, Pulls	Limited-time opportunities.

It’s a reminder that the rewards are out there, woven into the daily rhythm of being a Proxy. You can’t grind for them offline, no—the connection, the community, is part of the point. It’s about sharing the experience, watching others navigate the same chaotic beauty of New Eridu, and being quietly rewarded for that shared vigil. So, connect those tapes, find a stream you enjoy, and let the city’s gifts find their way to you. It’s a small ritual, but sometimes, those are the ones that make a world feel truly alive.