The latest inZOI development update showcases a range of improvements planned for the game, including a redesigned save menu, expanded Create a Zoi options, new small business jobs, and enhancements to property management and third-person camera controls.

The developers also shared their thoughts on the recent 48-hour closed alpha test of Canvastown, highlighting the community's feedback and outlining some of the areas they hope to develop further.

New Gameplay and Quality-of-Life Improvements

A Faster Way to Load Your Game

The game's starting menu is getting a small but useful adjustment.

The existing Continue button will be renamed Load Game, while a new Continue button will be introduced. It will automatically load the most recent save with a single click, making it easier to jump straight back into a previously played household.

Randomized Create a Zoi Settings

Players who want to start playing without spending time customizing every detail will have a quicker option.

The game will automatically fill in all mandatory Create a Zoi information with random values, allowing players to move through character creation more quickly.

Freely Rotating Custom Patterns

Following the previously showcased custom texture improvements, the developers are expanding the customization options by introducing free rotation for patterns.

This will give players more flexibility when positioning patterns on their designs, making it easier to create the appearance they want.

Heterochromia Can Be Inherited

Heterochromia has now been incorporated into inZOI's DNA system.

This means that children of a parent with heterochromia will have a chance of inheriting the same eye-color trait, adding another layer of genetic variation to families.

In-Game Day Counter

A new day counter has been added to the City Report.

Players will be able to check how many in-game days have passed in a particular save file, making it easier to keep track of the history of their households and gameplay sessions.

Moving Houses With a Baby

Previously, households with a baby could not move to another house. This restriction has now been removed, allowing players to relocate their families even when they have a baby in the household.

New Jobs and Business Management Features

Small businesses are receiving additional gameplay options, including new employee roles and more flexible operating schedules.

New Jobs for Small Business Employees

Zois can now work for small business owners in various roles, including bakers, bartenders, and other positions.

This expands the possibilities for businesses and gives players more ways to involve their Zois in everyday commercial activities.

Business Break Times

Business owners can now schedule break times when there are more than three hours remaining before closing.

When a break begins, customers who are already inside the property will be allowed to stay. However, new customers will not be able to enter until the break ends.

This gives business owners more control over their operating schedules without interrupting customers who are already visiting.

More Flexible Automated Property Plans

Automated plans for properties have also been improved.

Previously, an action that could not be performed during an automated sequence could interrupt the rest of the plan. With the new adjustment, the system will skip unavailable actions and continue with the next interaction instead of stopping the entire sequence.

This should make automated property routines more reliable.

Improved Movement and Camera Visibility

Several changes are also aimed at making everyday movement feel less restrictive.

  • Stair movement: Zois now have more freedom of movement when going up and down stairs, reducing the restrictions they previously experienced.

  • Shoulder View: Adaptive wall masking has been added to improve visibility when using the shoulder camera. Walls that would normally obstruct the view will adjust automatically, allowing players to see more clearly while moving around.

More Vehicles Available for Automatic Travel

The restrictions on which vehicles can be used for automatic travel to destinations have been removed.

As a result, players can now use scooters as one of their available commuting options, rather than being limited to the previously supported vehicles.

Bubbly Is Getting More Features

The developers also revisited Bubbly, inZOI's in-game social media platform.

New features inspired by real-world social media are being developed, with the team looking to expand the platform and make it more engaging.

The video did not detail all the planned additions, so the developers are asking players to share which features they would most like to see.

They also acknowledged that not every suggestion can be implemented in a short period of time, but community feedback will help determine which improvements should receive priority.

Canvastown: Feedback From the 48-Hour Closed Alpha Test

Alongside the development video, the team shared a summary of feedback from the first 48-hour closed alpha test of Canvastown, which took place from November 7 at 2:00 PM until November 9 at 2:00 PM KST.

The test featured an early version of Canvastown, with plenty of room for improvement. After it ended, the developers collected feedback from YouTube, TikTok, Twitch, Reddit, Steam, and Discord.

"It's Fun When We're Together"

One of the most common reactions from participants was that Canvastown was especially enjoyable when experienced with other players.

The developers highlighted moments when participants spent time together at salons, played minigames, gathered in shared locations, and created unexpected situations.

What made these moments particularly valuable was that they were not scripted events prepared by the team. Instead, they emerged naturally from the players' own interactions.

Conversations with AI NPCs also received a more positive response than expected. Players particularly enjoyed seeing NPCs remember previous conversations and use those memories to influence their later actions.

This is an area the team wants to continue developing.

At the same time, players requested deeper city-life systems, including store operating hours and job opportunities.

Most Requested Canvastown Features

The developers also organized the suggestions submitted during the test. Communication features were among the most frequently requested additions.

Some of the main requests included:

  • Proximity voice chat and private voice chat.

  • Better guidance for first-time players joining Canvastown.

  • Discord friend integration.

  • New locations, including beaches and a more lively downtown area.

  • Customizable towns.

  • Curved walls.

  • Support for additional languages.

Requests concerning the main inZOI game, such as pets and weddings, were collected separately.

The team has not confirmed when these features might be implemented and will share more information once plans are finalized.

Canvastown Will Not Replace Single-Player inZOI

The developers also addressed concerns from players who prefer single-player gameplay.

They emphasized that Canvastown is not intended to replace the traditional single-player experience. Instead, it is being developed as an additional way to enjoy inZOI for those who want to participate in a shared environment.

Privacy and safety were other important topics raised during the test. Since Canvastown involves interacting with other players, the team wants to carefully consider how user information is handled, including through potential Discord integration, and how to prevent uncomfortable or unpleasant situations.

The developers promised to explain these aspects clearly and transparently before Canvastown is officially introduced.

More Players and Longer Tests in the Future

Many players also wanted to know how they could participate in future tests.

The developers explained that the first test involved a relatively small group of participants over a short period. While 48 hours was enough to determine whether Canvastown could be enjoyable, it was not sufficient to establish whether players would want to return to it regularly.

For the next test, the team would like to invite more participants and extend the testing period. Details will be shared once the schedule and format have been decided.

The developers also thanked content creators who shared their experiences through streams and videos, allowing players who could not participate directly to follow the test.