Current Development Progress in inZOI

The developers of inZOI are hard at work bringing exciting updates and features to the game, driven by feedback from the community’s wishlist and discussions on Kjun’s Concerns. Here's a summary of what’s currently in development:

Facial Capture to Create a Face Template

Inspired by the community's interest in applying live facial capture and AI-assisted 3D printing to their Zois, the team is working on a feature to streamline the Create-a-Zoi experience. While still in the early stages, this tool will incorporate concepts similar to those used for iterating custom assets in Build Mode.

Interactions with Animals

One of the most popular requests is the ability to adopt animals from the city as pets. While this feature won’t be available during Early Access, the team has confirmed plans to implement pet-related content in future updates. This addition is particularly meaningful, as the cats in inZOI were inspired by stray cats encountered by the team during afternoon walks.

Build Mode: Floor Limit

Previously, inZOI allowed players to build houses with unlimited floors, depending on the PC's capacity. However, due to technical issues arising from excessively tall buildings, a cap of 30 floors has been introduced. Although this decision may disappoint some players, the developers hope the community will appreciate the optimization and continue enjoying Build Mode.

Tutorial for New Players

Recognizing that inZOI’s rich feature set could overwhelm players new to life simulation games, the team is designing a friendly and comprehensive tutorial. This aims to provide a smoother introduction to the game’s mechanics for all players.

Gas Station Additions

While not a top-priority request, the team has plans to add functionality to gas stations in the game. While cars may not actually refuel (a decision still under consideration), these locations will feature small convenience stores and restrooms. This adds a layer of immersion and utility to an already existing setting, influenced by the differences in gas stations between Western countries and Korea.

Fighting Mechanisms

The team has enhanced the current slapping mechanism to create a more dynamic fighting system. This includes new animations and a stats-based system to determine the winner of a fight. These updates aim to provide players with more storytelling opportunities and depth when exploring conflicts in inZOI.

These updates highlight the developers’ commitment to improving inZOI while responding to community suggestions. As development continues, more features will be refined and added, ensuring the game evolves to meet players' expectations.