inZOI's Karma System Creates Real Ghost Towns

Discover the intriguing world of inZOI, where cities can transform into ghost towns if too many Zois meet their end with unfavorable karma. Dive into the details of inZOI's karma system and get the scoop on its upcoming early access release.

inZOI Cities Can Be Overrun By Ghosts

New Zois Cannot Be Born If There Are Too Many Ghosts

The impact of inZOI's karma system is profound, as explained by inZOI Director Hyungjun Kim in the latest issue of PC Gamer Magazine. "Each time a Zoi performs an action, karma points are accumulated," Kim stated. "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, the presence of Zois dying with poor karma can significantly alter a city's status. Kim elaborated, "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 unique mechanic adds a layer of complexity and engagement for players, urging them to balance the karma system to prevent cities from becoming ghost towns.

Kim emphasized that the system is designed not to enforce solely 'good' actions or restrict 'bad' ones. "Life cannot be divided simply into good and bad; every life has its own meaning and value," he said. 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 represents a formidable contender in the life simulation genre, yet inZOI Director Hyungjun Kim does not see it as a direct competitor to The Sims. "We see Inzoi not as a competitor to The Sims, but rather as another option that fans of this genre can enjoy," Kim explained. He expressed deep respect for The Sims' legacy, acknowledging the challenge of achieving such depth in a short time. "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 with inZOI is to offer a unique experience through distinctive 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

The early access release date for inZOI on Steam has been set for March 28, 2025, at 00:00 UTC. The developers have provided a worldwide map indicating specific release times for different regions and countries, ensuring fans know exactly when they can dive in.

In addition, a live showcase will take place on March 19, 2025, at 01:00 UTC on inZOI's official YouTube and Twitch channels. This event will offer detailed information about early access pricing, DLC, and inZOI's developmental roadmap, as well as answers to popular community questions. Alongside these announcements, inZOI has released a new early access teaser on their YouTube channel.

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