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inZOI entered Early Access on March 28, 2025, on Windows via Steam at a price of $39.99 USD. The launch was accompanied by a promise that all updates and DLC would remain free until the full 1.0 release. The EA period is planned to last at least one year according to the Steam store page.
The game sold over one million copies in its first week. The peak concurrent player count on Steam reached 87,377. Steam user reviews launched at "Very Positive" (86% positive on launch day, settling at 83% by the end of the first week per KRAFTON's press release) during the initial launch window.
The first major post-launch patch. Key additions:
Weight and muscle change system for Zoi bodies based on activity and diet.
In-game cheat codes via the console (Ctrl+Shift+C).
Relationship improvements and the adoption system.
Build Mode enhancements with new furniture items.
Character Creation improvements and new outfit options.
Official mod support launch via ModKit.
A major free DLC that introduced the tropical island destination Cahaya (also called Kucingku). This was the largest content update of 2025:
Three new islands: main island (farming/fishing), resort island (recreation), and deserted island (exploration).
14 new vehicles including motorcycles, mopeds, and electric scooters (see transportation).
Ghost play mechanics with afterlife interactions.
Freelancer job professions.
macOS release on Apple Silicon (see System Requirements).
Expanded Edit City resources.
AI Build Mode feature.
Text messaging improvements for the smartphone.
Skills improvements and parenting enhancements.
Property loans added for housing.
A focused update on quality of life and customization:
Family Tree system for visualizing genealogy and relationships.
Hotkey customization (see controls).
Build Mode object size adjustment.
Additional furniture items.
Moving homes UI improvements for Lots and Housing.
A systems-focused update that overhauled several core mechanics:
Feature | Description |
|---|---|
Zois can perform multiple actions simultaneously (e.g., eating while talking). | |
Business ownership | players can own and manage businesses. |
new career paths in the criminal underworld. | |
replaced the placeholder recording system with a proper event memory log. | |
Move Cities | households can relocate between different cities. |
Trait-based interaction responses. Zois react differently based on personality. | -- |
Indoor temperature control. | -- |
Holiday Festival limited-time event. | -- |
Director Hyungjun "Kjun" Kim announced the 2026 plan on December 26, 2025. The philosophy is "Fundamentals First": strengthening core gameplay systems before adding new features. The plan splits into quarterly content drops plus ongoing fundamental improvements.
Rival systems and reputation mechanics.
Flower farming for gardening.
Memory system expansions.
New careers: beauty and police.
European and Hanok architecture styles for Build Mode.
Improved multitasking.
Freelance career options (planned for 2026 roadmap).
K-pop performance content.
Prison properties.
Voice customization for Character Creation.
Stage environments.
Enhanced reward systems.
New urges and missions for desired lives.
Part-time jobs.
Event memory systems tied to emotions and relationships.
Curved wall support in Build Mode.
Enhanced value systems.
Basement construction in Build Mode.
Interior and exterior wall decoration features.
Three major initiatives run alongside the quarterly updates:
A new world built using the Fate Engine, a system designed around "shared narratives" where Zoi stories interconnect. Two Canvastown releases are planned:
Phase | Details |
|---|---|
Canvastown #1 (June 2026) | approximately 40 lots. An urban environment where players build and connect communities. |
Canvastown #2 (October 2026) | approximately 50 lots with a rural and pastoral setting. |
Dedicated servers planned to support hundreds to thousands of concurrent players. Features in development include online lobbies, chat rooms, and visiting other players' decorated houses. See the multiplayer and Canvas article for details. The multiplayer system is currently in R&D.
Lua scripting support is planned for December 2026, giving modders the ability to create custom behaviors, events, and gameplay systems. Monthly modding improvements continue throughout the year.
Item | Description |
|---|---|
PS5 | confirmed for early 2026 release. |
Xbox | described as "under consideration." No confirmed date. |
The Early Access period is planned to last at least one year from the March 2025 launch. | -- |
Unreal Engine 5
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