A new inZOI v0.4.5 hotfix has been released, bringing stability improvements, gameplay tweaks, and several important bug fixes. Here is a clear and easy-to-follow summary of everything included in the update.

🔧 Patch Details

• Patch Date: November 26th, 2025

• Game Versions:

  • Windows PC Steam: 20251125.8988.W

  • Mac Steam: 20251125.8989.M

  • Mac App Store: 5.4.23 (0.211) / 20251125.8990.M

⭐ Improvements

🏡 More Helpful Visit Icons

Property notification boards now display clearer, more accurate icons to better reflect what kind of visit event is happening.

📱 Reduced Message Spam

Players starting a New Game will no longer receive a flood of text messages on the first day. Message frequency has been balanced to feel natural.

🕵️ No More Random Stealing

Zois with the Outlaw trait will no longer autonomously perform the “Steal” interaction. This behavior now requires direct player action.

🐞 Bug Fixes

⏱️ Needs & Interactions

• Fixed an issue where need recovery and interaction speed didn't match the selected day length setting.

• Zois now autonomously respond to bathroom and hunger needs faster and more reliably.

🌾 Gardening & World Behavior

• Fixed a bug where crops stopped growing when the camera was zoomed out too far.

• Fixed an issue where Zois could incorrectly gain the “Successful Divorce” emotion even when the divorce attempt failed.

🍽️ Venues & Objects

• Zois can no longer use the POS machine at the Sodam Diner unless they are actual staff.

• Umbrellas can no longer be stored in the inventory.

💥 Stability

• Fixed several cases where the game could crash under specific conditions.

🎃 What This Means for Players

The v0.4.5 hotfix focuses on polishing gameplay behavior, reducing unwanted autonomy, cleaning up world logic, and improving overall game stability. It ensures smoother daily life, fewer interruptions, and more consistent progression—especially for players running large or long-term saves.