There's a mix of good and bad news for enthusiasts of the life-simulation genre. The unfortunate news? The highly anticipated life-sim game, inZOI—known for its intricate details and top-notch graphics—has been postponed. The positive news? It now has an official release date, and it's just around the corner. Initially slated for early access on PC in late 2024, inZOI is now scheduled to launch on March 28, 2025.
Following the delay, the developers at South Korean video game publisher Krafton—the same Krafton behind PUBG—issued a statement about the game's future. InZOI's director and producer, Hyungjun "Kjun" Kim, provided an explanation and an apology for the delay on the official inZOI Discord server. Kim expressed deep gratitude to the global fanbase for their overwhelming support and interest, particularly noting the warm reception at Gamescom and the creative Zois crafted during the 'inZOI: Character Studio' demo period.
After thanking players who participated in the Zoi creator community test, Kim outlined the reasons for the delay. "After reviewing feedback from inZOI: Character Studio and analyzing extensive data from various play tests, we have decided to release inZOI in early access on March 28, 2025," Kim disclosed. "We apologize for not delivering the game sooner, but this decision underscores our dedication to providing inZOI with the best possible start."
Kim likened the development process to raising a human child, emphasizing the need for extra care and nurturing. "This change in our release date reflects our commitment to building a robust foundation for inZOI, ensuring we embark on this journey in the best possible way," he said. Despite impressive visuals and unique features like Zois crashing cars and interacting with ghosts, inZOI faces competition from other life-sim games like Paralives and EA's ongoing improvements to The Sims 4 and Project Rene.
Kim assured fans that the wait will be worthwhile. "Until the release date, we'll continue refining the game, striving to create a life simulation experience that truly embodies its essence," he explained. Kim concluded by promising to keep fans informed about the game's progress and reiterated the team's goal to create a life-sim with a long-lasting appeal. "Our aim is to deliver an experience that fans can enjoy for years to come."
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