Mechanic fact sheet
When Story Missions Become Obligatory
Story-critical missions become mandatory after a period of time.
Checked July 25Fact → implication
| Official fact | Story-critical missions become mandatory after a period of time. |
|---|---|
| Campaign or combat implication | The campaign offers choices between missions, but it does not allow indefinite delay of the main story. |
Recommended interpretation
- Check expiry and story pressure together.
- Do not spend all Intel as if the strategic layer were timeless.
- Use optional Operations before their value is overtaken by the next required mission.
Excluded claims
No hidden percentage, unrevealed ability name, final balance ranking or unsupported platform difference is added to this fact sheet.
Verification target
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Source and evidence boundary
The direct answer on this page is grounded in a first-party publication. It does not convert unreleased values, inferred story beats or marketing footage into confirmed gameplay data. Any development-stage value will be checked again against the launch build.
EA: official Zero Company Q&A · Fact-check: July 25, 2026