InZOI Release & Early Access: Everything We Know So Far

The InZOI release for the game’s early access is fast approaching, and we’ve got you covered with everything that we know so far!

Most importantly, the InZOI release is on 28th March 2025 on PC (via Steam) with planned console releases to follow at a later date. While there is no confirmed date for the console release, it will certainly be released on both PlayStation 5 and Xbox consoles.

What is InZOI About?

If you haven’t heard about InZOI, or its release, here’s a quick recap to get you up to speed.

InZOI is an upcoming life simulation game from Krafton. Previously, Sims Community first reported about the game back in November 2023 and from that moment, the anticipation for the game has only grown.

The game has been described as one that will allow you to live out your dreams. Control every single possible aspect of your ZOI’s life in a level of detail never seen before in a life simulation game.

Created in Unreal Engine 5, the upcoming life simulation game offers players a highly detailed gameplay experience with features never seen before in a life simulation game. Taking customization and experiences to a whole new level.

The Early Access InZOI Release

As previously stated, InZOI is scheduled to launch its early access period on PC (via Steam) on 28th March 2025.

We’ve created a handy countdown to show exactly when it will be launching too!

Countdown to InZOI Release (Early Access) on PC

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System Requirements

Are you curious to see what the recommended and minimum specifications are for InZOI? Well, you’re in luck as the team behind the game has already got this information ready ahead of the InZOI release for early access launch so that players can be prepared.

Minimum Specs

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS: Windows 10/11
Processor: Intel i5 10400, AMD Ryzen 3600
Memory: 12 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA RTX 2060 (8G VRAM), AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT DirectX: Version 12
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 60 GB available space

Recommended Specs

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10/11
Processor: Intel i7 12700, AMD Ryzen 5800
Memory: 16 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA RTX 3070 (8G VRAM), AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT
DirectX: Version 12
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 75 GB available space

While the game is initially launching on PC, there will be an InZOI release for both PlayStation 5 and Xbox at a later date. The team have confirmed that there is currently no planned release for platforms such as Nintendo Switch or mobile platforms.

Feature Highlights

Now, you might be wondering what makes InZOI tick. What makes it stand out as a new and upcoming life simulation game? Well, here are some of the upcoming features you’ll be able to find in the game when the game enters early access in March!

Create the Perfect ZOI

Your character in InZOI will be known as a ZOI and with that are very customizable.

Players will be able to customize hundreds of different options to fine tune the perfect ZOI. From name, age, outfits, personality and more, there truly are endless possibilities when it comes to creating your character. So get creative!

We’ve previously been given a sneak peek into character creation ahead of the InZOI release via a limited time character creation demo last year. Here we also saw the introduction of Canvas, an online gallery-style feature where you can share your ZOI’s and builds.

With so much detail and choice, this truly is a character creator we’ve not yet seen in a life simulation game before.

Additionally, players can also import images to create various textures and models when the game enters early access. This will provide another level of customization when it comes to creating ZOI’s.

Build Mode

Let’s talk build mode!

In the previews we’ve seen so far, the InZOI build mode has something for every level of builder. Whether you are creating a simple starter home for your ZOI or taking on a more extravagant build project.

Not only that, it has features to create so many unique spaces and pieces of furniture to name a few. Players will be able to use AI features to help decorate their homes. From what we know so far, this will primarily help players decorate their homes, but more so to help create various textures. It appears this will work mainly on walls, floors and posters.

Open World Exploration

One aspect of InZOI that stands out from other current life simulation games is that the game is an open world. No rabbit holes, no loading screens, just a variety of locations waiting to be explored.

Currently, there are several locations planned for InZOI including the following:

• Dowon: A city inspired by urban South Korea
• Bliss Bay: A city inspired by the beaches of the United States
• Cahaya: A holiday resort inspired by Indonesia

With an open world in InZOI comes the opportunity to customize it too. Be it aspects of the surrounding environment or even the weather. The possibilities are endless!

Day to Day Life & Activities

One thing that is noticeable about InZOI as it approaches its early access release, is the amount of things you can do with your ZOI. From completing everyday tasks such as cooking and cleaning around your home to meeting up with friends, going to the gym and more! Even going to work is much more interactive than we’ve seen in other life simulation games.

Jobs & Careers

Talking of jobs, the official InZOI Discord has shared just some of the many careers that you can get involved in. You’ll also find that different areas will offer different opportunities to your ZOI’s too.

Here are some of the jobs/careers available in the Dowon location:

• Convenience Store Worker
• Deli Worker
• Firefighter
• K-Pop Trainee
• K-Pop Entertainment

And over in Bliss Bay, these are some of the jobs/careers you’ll be able to check out:

• Amusement Park Worker
• Surf Shop Worker
• Furniture Store Employee
• Fast Food Restaurant Employee

There certainly is a lot for ZOI’s check-out already with these jobs and careers.

Interaction With Other ZOI’s

Get to know other ZOI’s on a much more personal level in this InZOI release. Find out what makes them tick, their dreams, their fears and everything in between. Create deep connections with other ZOI’s and build relationships with those you click with.

Naturally, interactions and life events with other characters can have both positive and negative effects, which can lead to others reacting in ways that as people are only natural.

Here’s a quick look at some more upcoming features in InZOI’s release that have got players talking:

• Transportation: explore the world via various modes of transport, including cars!
• Experience activities through your ZOI’s eyes in first person mode
• Experience a variety of life events, including marriage and romance. The game also supports same-sex marriage
• Control your ZOI via WASD controls or point-and-click methods

Now, it goes without saying, that there are also many features many of us would like to see in InZOI. Over on the official Discord server, there are plenty of ways to see how the game is developing. This is shown through the wish list of features players would like to see, as well as Kjun’s Concerns.

Kjun is the Producer and Director of InZOI and shares regular insightful updates on different areas of the game with the community, getting involved in the conversation. These are really insightful forum posts that are worth checking out.

InZOI and the use of AI

One hot topic surrounding InZOI is the game’s use of AI. Krafton and the InZOI team have been open about the use of AI in the game as it approaches its early access launch. While the life simulation community has some concerns, transparency has helped settle some of those.

You can read more about InZOI’s statement on the use of AI here.

Additionally, at the recent Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas recently, a new trailer featuring InZOI in collaboration with NVIDIA showcased some new and intriguing features.

NVIDIA and InZOI teamed up to showcase how NVIDIA ACE is being used to help create Smart-ZOI’s in InZOI.

NVIDIA ACE has been described as a suite of technology that utilises generative AI to create more realistic NPC Characters, interactive avatars and digital humans.

Partnering with InZOI to create Smart ZOI’s brings a whole new dimension to non-playable characters. This appears to be a feature players can toggle on and off as they please. Smart ZOI’s will be able to adjust and react to more complex behaviours in real-life situations. As showcased in the video, at the end of each day, your ZOI will evaluate their day and that will influence their behaviour for the next day. With this, you’ll see truly personalized and unique characters throughout the game.

It also introduces a new Thoughts System. A feature that gives you the insight into what ZOI’s are thinking as they are performing tasks throughout the day. These newly showcased features offer players the opportunity to create exciting and diverse cities for players to explore.

So, what do you think of InZOI so far? Will you be picking it up when it enters early access in March? Let us know your thoughts and feeling about the game in the comment section below!

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