inZOI's Karma System Creates Ghost Towns

inZOI cities can transform into ghost towns if too many Zois die with poor karma. Dive into the details of inZOI's innovative karma system and mark your calendars for its upcoming early access release.

inZOI Cities Can Be Overrun By Ghosts

New Zois Cannot Be Born If There Are Too Many Ghosts

inZOI's cities can become ghost towns if an excess of ghosts lingers, significantly impacting the city's overall status. inZOI Director Hyungjun Kim discussed the profound impact of the game’s karma system on player experience in the latest issue of PC Gamer Magazine.

Kim explained, "Each time a Zoi performs an action, karma points are accumulated." He further detailed, "Upon death, a karma evaluation determines the state of the soul. If the score is too low, the Zoi becomes a ghost and must redeem their karma points before they can transition into a new life."

If left unchecked, Zois dying with poor karma can drastically alter the city's status. Kim noted, "If too many ghosts appear in the city, new Zois cannot be born, nor can families be created, placing the responsibility on players to manage the karma of the Zois within the city." This adds a layer of complexity for players, who must balance the karma system to prevent cities from turning into ghost towns.

Kim emphasized, "This system is not intended to enforce only 'good' actions and restrict 'bad' ones." He added, "Life cannot be divided simply into good and bad; every life has its own meaning and value." He encouraged players to explore inZOI’s karma system "to create diverse events and stories, while exploring the many meanings of life."

inZOI Director Has Great Respect for the Legacy The Sims Built

inZOI may represent the most significant competition The Sims has faced in the life simulation genre in recent years. However, Director Hyungjun Kim does not view inZOI as a direct competitor to the beloved Sims franchise.

Kim stated, "We see inZOI not as a competitor to The Sims, but rather as another option that fans of this genre can enjoy." He expressed deep respect for The Sims, saying, "We have great respect for the legacy The Sims has built over the years, since we know that reaching that much depth in such a short period of time is no easy task. This is due to the nature of life sim games which cover the vast and complex concept of 'life,' making it difficult to capture its every aspect."

The team's goal for inZOI is to offer a unique experience by emphasizing their distinct features. Kim highlighted, "inZOI is designed to allow players to freely shape the life they desire, using various creative tools. To achieve this, we have a realistic visual style powered by Unreal Engine 5, in-depth customization features, and AI-driven creative tools. We hope that players explore these features to bring their imaginations to life, become their own protagonists, and live in those worlds."

inZOI Early Access and Online Showcase Livestream

inZOI has announced the specific release date for the game's early access. According to a post on inZOI's official website, the early access release for inZOI on Steam will be on March 28, 2025, at 00:00 UTC. The developers have also provided a worldwide map indicating specific release times for different regions and countries.

Additionally, a live showcase is scheduled where developers will share crucial information about inZOI. The live stream will occur on March 19, 2025, at 01:00 UTC on inZOI's official YouTube and Twitch channels. The showcase will cover early access pricing, DLC, inZOI's developmental roadmap, and answers to popular community questions. Alongside the announcements, inZOI has uploaded a new early access teaser on their YouTube channel.

inZOI will launch its early access on Steam on March 28, 2025. The game will also be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. While no specific release date has been announced for the full game, keep an eye on our inZOI page for the latest updates and information about the game.