Summary
InZOIdirector and producer Hyungjun “Kjun” Kim has revealed new features and improvements added to the game’s forthcoming update, which has been rescheduled for release on June 13. Players previously expected the first major update forInZOIto arrive in May; however, an announcement made by developer InZOI Studio’s decision to focus efforts on further polishing meant players would have to wait a bit longer for promised additions, such as improved emotions and an official modding toolkit.
Revealed in 2023 and launched in early access in 2025,InZOIis a life simulation game published by Krafton for PC. Although its gameplay is similar toThe Sims, with players—referred to by the community as creators—managing the lives of characters known as Zois,InZOIdistinguishes itself with its realistic graphics and slower pacing. Drawing praise from players and critics alike,InZOIsold over one million copiesjust a month after its release and reached a peak player count of 87,377.
In aletter to playersposted on June 6, Hyungjun Kim announced that thefirst major update forInZOIwill now be released on June 13, along with additional updates to relationship systems, quality-of-life improvements, and new customization options. Along with the aforementioned modding features and system upgrades,InZOIcreators will have more freedom when it comes to building families and relationships between their Zois, including an option for players to enable romantic relationships with any viable Zoi. After the update, Zois will be able to have children regardless of marital status, either genetically or through a new adoption feature. The update also adds romantic interactions between teenage Zois and conversation-starters that can be sent via text message.
InZOI’s First Major Update Will Arrive on June 13
The June 13 update will also include more gameplay tweaks and options previously requested byInZOIcommunity members, such as user interface size adjustment settings, item exchanging between Zois, and additional cheats for players looking to enhance their experience, with more promised in future updates. Customization options are also being expanded, with theInZOIupdate adding more than 100 new customization itemsto the character studio. Another change will see Zois changing all on their own, with characters now gaining or losing weight in response to their lifestyle choices.
The letter and the upcoming update are InZOI Studio’s most recent attempt to repair relations with the community, with Hyungjun Kim reemphasizing his team’s goal to provideregular updates toInZOIand improve communication with players. AlthoughInZOIhas managed to establish itself as a competitor to the industry staple that isThe Sims, it’s clear that InZOI Studio still needs time to build upon its gameplay if it aims to live beyond the initial hype of its Early Access period.
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inZOI is a life simulation game where the player can alter any aspect of their world to create unique stories and experiences. Just like in the real world, you can find jobs to make a living while forming deep relationships through interactions. With a complete community simulation of every character acting on their free will, you can experience unexpected events to feel the various emotions life has to offer. With inZOI, we hope to share the message that “life itself is the true gift, and every journey has its own meaning.“inZOI provides a variety of creative tools, so that players can visualize the life they’ve always dreamed of. Developed using Unreal Engine 5, the game’s realistic graphics allows the players to let their imagination run free, with easy creation of different resources. Customize your character’s appearance and outfit and build your custom home using a wide selection of freely-movable furniture and structures. You can also adjust different parts of your property and surrounding roads as well as aspects of your residing city for a fully customizable experience.
