The developers of inZOI are preparing a major update arriving on April 29, bringing a mix of new careers, deeper social systems, customization improvements, and major technical upgrades.

This update is not just about content—it also marks an important step forward in performance, stability, and long-term development direction. 🚀

🛠️ Unreal Engine 5.6 Upgrade & Stability Improvements

One of the most important changes coming with this update is the transition to Unreal Engine 5.6.

The developers confirmed that much of this month’s work has been focused on:

  • ⚙️ Overall stability improvements
  • 📈 Better performance across different hardware setups
  • 🧠 Ongoing optimization of system resources

To support this:

  • Players will need to reset graphics settings after the update
  • New systems are being developed to better adapt settings to both high-end and low-end PCs

There are also plans to introduce:

  • 💾 Shareable graphics settings (not yet confirmed for this update)

👉 This shows a clear shift toward optimization and polish, not just new features.

💼 New Careers Expand Gameplay

The update introduces several new playable careers:

  • 💇‍♀️ Hair Stylist – full control over customer hairstyles
  • 🛍️ Clothing Store – manage fashion and customer purchases
  • 📰 Journalist – gather stories from NPCs
  • 🔬 Researcher – experiment and discover new outcomes
  • 💻 Programmer – work-focused daily career gameplay

Each role adds more depth and realism to the simulation.

👗 Improved Outfit & Customization System

The situational outfit system has been redesigned:

  • Better UI placement
  • Multiple outfit slots
  • Scenario-based automatic switching
  • 💄 Unique hairstyles and makeup per outfit

This makes characters feel more natural across different situations.

🏡 New Build Presets & Visual Content

The update introduces new property presets inspired by a European countryside aesthetic 🌿 along with:

  • A matching studio background
  • Improved build mode controls (more intuitive object manipulation)

These additions expand creative possibilities for players who enjoy designing homes and environments.

⌚ New Items & Secret Gameplay Mechanics

Several new items and mechanics are also being introduced:

  • ⌚ Default wristwatch with multiple variations
  • 🎭 Unlockable masks tied to hidden or less obvious gameplay activities

Interestingly, masks can affect NPC behavior, making them less likely to report suspicious actions—adding another layer to stealth or crime-related gameplay.

💬 Social Features & Events

Social gameplay continues to expand with:

  • ❤️ Intimate romantic interactions
  • 📊 Real-time conversation indicators
  • 🎉 Gender reveal party event

These systems aim to make relationships more interactive and expressive.

⚙️ New Optimization Options

Based on player feedback, the update adds a dedicated optimization settings category:

  • Adjustable performance presets
  • Custom parameter tuning
  • Balance between visuals and smooth gameplay

Players can now choose between:
👉 maximum immersion
👉 or better performance

🌍 AI Language Support & Community Tools

The game expands its accessibility with:

  • 🌐 Turkish and Dutch language support
  • 🤖 AI-powered translations
  • 🛠️ In-game reporting tool to improve translations

Players can directly contribute to improving localization quality.