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March 2026 Update - Version 17 vs Version 18
May 25, 2026, 02:20 PM
Corrected wikilink existence flags
Jun 8, 2026, 11:00 PM
Removed duplicate in-body wikilinks
11Overview22The March 2026 update (v0.7.0) is the first anniversary update for inZOI, released on March 26, 2026 at 06:00 UTC. It marks one full year since the game entered Early Access on March 28, 2025. Rather than introducing a single headline feature, the anniversary build packs roughly 60 major additions and improvements across gameplay, simulation, building, and technical systems. Director Hyungjun Kim noted that most of the key points from the "Fundamentals First" development direction have been accomplished with this release.44Headline Features66Headline additions include two new business types (flower shops and movie theaters), vehicle driving with collision systems, a minimap, a 28-day calendar with seasonal festivals, a phone calling system, the Memory and Milestones tracking systems, baby customization in Create a Zoi, over 60 new Build Mode items, expanded ModKit support, and sweeping graphics and memory optimizations. The planned Unreal Engine 5.6 upgrade was delayed to the April 2026 update after a public beta test that began on March 5.88Release Details1010DetailValueRelease DateMarch 26, 2026 at 06:00 UTCVersionv0.7.0Windows PC Steam Build20260325.11297.WMac Steam Build20260325.11293.MMac App Store Build5.4.43 (0.257) / 20260325.11294.MPlanned Updates for 20267 to 8 total1212New Businesses1414Flower Shops1616Flower shops are a brand-new business type that ties into the existing gardening skill. Zois can now purchase existing flower shops in the world and run them as small businesses, or they can build their own. The update introduces six new farmable flower varieties that can be planted on fertile soil plots, tended, and harvested. Once harvested, flowers can be arranged into bouquets and flower baskets through a crafting interface. High Gardening skill levels unlock the ability for flowers to gain special visual effects, adding a progression incentive for dedicated gardeners.1818Bouquets and baskets can be sold directly to customers in the shop, gifted to other Zois to boost relationships, or used as decorative items. The Florist career path has been expanded from the seed-purchasing and planting basics introduced in earlier previews to include fragrance crafting, where Zois can add scents to their flowers before arranging them.2020Movie Theaters2222Movie theaters bring a new entertainment venue and business opportunity to Dowon, Bliss Bay, and Cahaya. Zois can visit public cinemas to watch films or open and operate their own theater business. Films are shown on large cinema screens at set showtimes, and four genres are available: Horror, Comedy, Teen Romance, and Documentary. Each genre produces different emotional responses from the audience.2424Theater operators can install movie screens on their business properties, set showing schedules, and place popcorn machines for customers to use. Running a theater involves managing showtimes, keeping seats filled, and maximizing customer satisfaction. Popcorn machines are also available as standalone furniture items for home use.2626General Business Improvements2828Beyond the two new business types, several improvements apply to all businesses:3030FeatureDescriptionTip jarsOwners can place tip jars in their establishments. Earnings from the jar depend on customer satisfaction levels.Massage and yoga interactionsNew service interactions for massage and spa businesses, as well as yoga classes.Business promotion urgesZois with business ambitions now receive urges that encourage promotional activities.Mission tooltipsBusiness missions now display tooltips explaining their objectives.Customer satisfaction displayA new UI element shows satisfaction information for visiting customers.Prioritized business actionsBusiness-related activities are now listed higher in the action menu for employees.Sales cancellationOwners can cancel ongoing item sales.Vendor reactionsNPCs working as vendors now react visibly when customers complete purchases.3232Transportation and Vehicles3333The March 2026 update adds the long-awaited ability for Zois to drive vehicles throughout the city. This includes a new collision-avoidance system, bicycle riding, and a vehicle crime mechanic.3535Vehicle Driving3737Zois can now operate cars and other vehicles located throughout the city. Vehicles automatically slow down before potential collisions, and improved vehicle-to-object collision interactions make driving feel more grounded. Family-exclusive parking spaces have been added to residential properties, while public parking lots are scattered across all three cities. A city map overlay shows red dots indicating every available vehicle, making it easy to find a ride.3939Bicycles and Tricycles4141Bicycles have been added as a new vehicle type. Zois can ride them solo or carry a passenger. Children can ride tricycles around the yard or venture out into the city for exploration.4343Vehicle Theft4545As an extension of the crime system, Zois can now steal vehicles belonging to other Zois. Attempting to break into a car may trigger an alarm, and if caught, the thief can be arrested. Crop stealing on farms also counts as theft under this update. Trial-scheduled Zois are restricted from traveling between cities, and the success rates and rewards for extortion have been rebalanced.4747Minimap4949An early version of an on-screen minimap is now available for navigation across Dowon, Bliss Bay, and Cahaya. The minimap can be placed anywhere on the screen and displays the locations of player-controlled Zois, family members, and property icons. Players can apply customizable filters to show or hide specific property types. The minimap can be toggled on or off through Game Options.5151Calendar and Seasonal Festivals535328-Day Calendar5555The update introduces a full calendar system based on 28-day months. The calendar displays seasons, upcoming holidays, Zoi birthdays, and pregnancy due dates. Players can schedule events and plan ahead as the calendar progresses with each save file.5757Birthday System5959Birthdays are now tied to the calendar. When a Zoi's birthday arrives, players can throw a birthday party as a social event, complete with gift-giving, cake, and candle-blowing. Blowing out candles triggers the Zoi's age advancement. Zois can also age up through a solo celebration if no party is organized.6161Seasonal Festivals6363Three seasonal festivals have been integrated into the calendar cycle:6565FestivalSeasonDescriptionSpring FestivalSpringA celebration of the new season with themed activities and decorations across the city parks.Halloween FestivalAutumnReturns the Halloween event mechanics from v0.4.0 on a recurring annual basis, complete with costumes, trick-or-treating, and pumpkin activities.Winter and Year-End FestivalWinterA holiday celebration at year's end with festive decorations, special interactions, and gift-giving traditions.6767Recurring Holidays6868Holidays can now be set to recur on specific calendar dates. They disappear and reappear as save files progress through the calendar, allowing seasonal events like the Holiday Festival to repeat annually without manual setup.7070Phone and Social Features7272The smartphone received a substantial upgrade with a full calling system and improved contact management.7474FeatureDescriptionCallingZois can now make and receive phone calls. Incoming calls trigger a notification, and Zois can choose to answer or ignore them.Contact acquisitionPhone numbers can only be acquired by asking another Zoi directly. Success depends on the current relationship level.Contact managementThe phone's contact list supports adding, deleting, and blocking contacts. Blocked Zois cannot call or be called.UnblockingA blocked Zoi can be asked to unblock in person through a face-to-face interaction.Number recoveryDeleted numbers can be reacquired by asking the Zoi again.7676Multitasking7777The multitasking system, first introduced in v0.5.0, receives a major expansion. Zois can now start multitasking automatically if a nearby interaction catches their interest. The most notable addition is the ability to eat food while walking and to hold conversations while carrying food items. Enhanced interaction icons make it easier to distinguish between primary and secondary activities. Zois can hold different objects in each hand and swap between items naturally.7979Memory and Milestones8181Memory System8383The Memory system is a new simulation layer that records significant life events experienced by each Zoi. Both positive and negative interactions are logged, including traumatic events, major achievements, and meaningful social moments. Over time, these memories influence the Zoi's future behavior, decision-making, and emotional responses. The system provides a deeper sense of continuity and personal history for each character.8585Milestones8787Closely related to the Memory system, Milestones track important life moments from first steps through university graduation to parenthood. A dedicated UI menu displays life events and character updates, with a notification system that alerts players when new memories are recorded or milestones are reached. Milestones can also unlock additional interactions that were previously unavailable.8989Simulation and Interaction Improvements9191Autonomy and Behavior9393Zoi autonomy received a thorough rework to make characters feel more lifelike:9595BehaviorDescriptionTrait-driven autonomyA Zoi's traits and characteristics now directly determine which autonomous interactions they initiate. A speech box explains why a Zoi chose a particular action.Need-based interruptionsWhen any need drops below 30%, the Zoi will automatically interrupt their current activity within 30 minutes of game time to address the urgent need.Post-shower behaviorZois now change into a gown after showering before selecting their outfit, adding a natural transition step.Cleaning tool selectionZois select the appropriate cleaning tool for each surface type, so they will no longer vacuum grass or sweep carpet.Medicine without chairsZois can now take medicine while standing instead of requiring a chair.Gift displayReceived gifts can now be placed and displayed in the Zoi's home.9797Group Activities9898Group interactions have been significantly expanded:100100CategoryCountExamplesFitness activities12Various exercise routines, stretching, and workout sessions performed together.Instrument activities6Jam sessions and musical performances with multiple Zois.Critical thinking activities4Puzzle-solving and intellectual activities done as a group.OtherVariousSnowman building collaboration, pillow fights, lower-body soak together, picnic mat snuggling.102102Relationship scores now increase through group interaction participation. TV viewers react with visible annoyance when someone changes the channel or turns off the TV while they are watching.103103Romance105105Several new romance interactions have been added, including "Kiss Passionately" as a new high-romance option. Spouses can now request dates from each other. Characteristic-based buffs apply to romantic interactions, and relationship logs track romantic milestones. Teenagers can date within their age group, and the "Set the Mood" interaction's success rate now scales with the current relationship score.107107Conversations109109The conversation system has been reworked for more natural social dynamics:111111Conversation outcomes are now influenced by the traits and characteristics of both participants.The type of existing relationship between Zois affects dialogue options and tone.Certain traits can trigger special interactions without requiring high relationship scores.Outdoor conversations are now possible (except in restricted areas).NPCs are prevented from interrupting player-initiated conversations.Small talk no longer interferes with active interactions.113113New Ambitions115115Three new ambitions give Zois fresh long-term goals tied to the food and drink crafting systems:117117AmbitionDescriptionCoffee MasterMaster the art of coffee preparation through the barista skill tree.Baking MasterAchieve mastery in baking by learning all recipes and perfecting techniques.Drink Mixing MasterBecome an expert in Drink Mixing by mastering cocktail recipes and bar service.119119Baby Zoi Updates120120Baby Zois received meaningful quality-of-life improvements and new customization options:122122FeatureDescriptionAppearance customizationBabies can now be edited in the Create a Zoi Edit Appearance menu. Players can change outfits and use the photo studio with baby characters.Teeth developmentNewborn Zois are now born without teeth. Teeth gradually appear as the baby grows, adding a subtle progression detail.Six new baby outfitsAdditional clothing options for customizing infant appearance.Quick cleanupA new interaction allows Zois to quickly clean up messes created by babies.Needs adjustmentBaby needs have been rebalanced so they are less punishing and more manageable for parent Zois.Infant bathingA dedicated inflatable baby bath has been added for bathing infants safely.124124Food and Dining125125Several additions improve the cooking and eating experience:127127ItemDescriptionBento boxesA new food item that can be prepared at home and packed for outings.TeatimeZois can now drink tea as a standalone activity with dedicated animations.Held food consumptionZois can eat food they are already holding without needing to sit down at a table first.Floor table diningZois can eat, drink, and socialize at the new floor tables.Fridge-based bakingBaking can now be initiated directly from the fridge, streamlining the workflow.Empty plate placementAfter finishing a meal, Zois place empty plates on the table instead of leaving them in limbo.Enhanced baked item animationsImproved eating animations for baked goods.129129Create a Zoi Improvements130130The character creation system received refinements focused on flexibility and body representation:132132FeatureDescriptionSelective preset applicationRather than applying an entire preset, players can now select specific parts from presets (hair, eyes, clothing, etc.) and apply them individually.Per-feature randomizationThe randomizer can be toggled for individual features, allowing randomized hair while keeping a chosen face, for example.Realistic body shapesWider and larger Zois now have more realistic, less airbrushed body shapes based on player feedback.Wedding dress colorsWedding dresses are now fully customizable with expanded color options.Long hairstyle clipping fixLong hairstyles no longer clip through hoodies; instead, they tuck naturally.Formal dress colorsFormal dresses have expanded color customization so they can be worn more casually.Male swim trunksSwim trunks can now be combined with other outfit pieces.Updated default underwearDefault adult underwear designs have been refreshed, with three new options added.134134Build Mode135135Seven Standardized Property Sizes137137All properties across Dowon, Bliss Bay, and Cahaya now follow seven standardized size formats. This change prevents build cutoff issues when downloading properties from the Canvas. When loading a save file, players receive a notification if any of their properties have been resized. Custom buildings are automatically preserved as presets before the resize, so no work is lost. Properties with reduced sizes display a preset load notification. Property prices have been adjusted accordingly, with a minimum of 1,000 Mew preserved. Players can also trigger a manual property refresh through Options, then Gameplay, then Refresh Property Manually.139139New Build Features141141FeatureDescriptionExpanded property editingMore world buildings are now editable in Build Mode.Adjustable swimming pool water levelsPool water height and depth can be customized for different looks and functionalities.Adjustable-size rugsRugs now support size adjustment so a single rug item can cover different floor areas.Fence and roofing placement guidelinesNew visual guides help with fence and roof placement accuracy.Improved snap-to-gridObject grid snapping is more precise and consistent.Table height increaseStandard table height raised from 35cm to 45cm to prevent object clipping.TV furniture expansionTVs can now be placed on additional furniture types.143143New Build Items (60+)144144Over 60 new build items have been added across multiple categories:146146CategoryCountDetailsHoliday landmarks3Decorative landmarks for seasonal celebrations.Festival booths3Functional booths for seasonal festival events.Lobbies4Fire station, villa, and apartment building lobby presets.Bliss Bay apartment presets1New apartment layout preset for Bliss Bay.Textured tiles22New floor and wall tile patterns.Traditional objects8Cultural and traditional decorative items.Floor bedding2Single and double floor beds where Zois can sleep.Modular roofing3Customizable roof pieces for complex roof designs.Hanok walls1Traditional Korean-style wall piece.Partition fences1Interior room divider fence.Floor tables and cushionsMultipleLow tables and floor cushions for floor-level dining and socializing.Infant itemsMultipleToy car race track, inflatable baby bath, and infant toys.148148Controls and Camera149149Custom Keymapping151151Players can now fully customize keyboard and mouse bindings through the Game Menu (Esc key). Every action can be reassigned to preferred keys, addressing one of the most requested quality-of-life features since Early Access launch.153153Camera Improvements155155Expanded top view angle range for a wider overhead perspective.Adjusted zoom limits for both top and shoulder views.Enhanced shoulder view indoor functionality for easier navigation inside buildings.157157UI Improvements159159ChangeDescriptionUI layout togglePlayers can switch between a new expanded layout that fills more of the screen and the classic compact layout.UI component resizingIndividual UI panels and components can be adjusted in size.UI layout presetsSave and switch between different interface arrangements.Photo Mode enhancementThe cheat code hidefx [true/false] removes special effects for cleaner photography shots.Load Game search barA search bar in the Load Game menu makes it easy to find specific save files.News feedA new in-game news feed displays life events and world happenings for the active household.161161New Animations162162Dozens of new context-sensitive animations have been added:164164Smartphone use while reclining on a sofa.Emotional state animations for Melancholy, Miserable, Angry, and Enraged moods.Writing, bathroom, bathing, and showering animations that reflect the Zoi's current emotional state.Toilet smartphone use animation.Baby-specific interaction animations for feeding, cleaning, and playing.Car selfies for children riding in vehicles.Bathing visuals updated: censoring switched from towels to bubbles, and Zois wear bathrobes after showering.166166Parenting and Household168168ChangeDescriptionReduced family death riskThe rate at which family members die from low needs has been reduced.Automatic lightingHome lights now turn off automatically when all household Zois go to sleep and turn back on when someone wakes up.Child car seatsChild safety seats have been added to vehicles so children can ride along.Parent-child conflict urgesNew urges specific to parent-child relationships can create realistic family tension.Age-specific urgesNewborns, toddlers, and children each have dedicated urge sets tailored to their life stage.Adolescent feedbackAdolescent and teenager Zois can now request feedback from parents and other adults.170170New Cheats171171Two new cheat codes have been added, accessible through the in-game cheat GUI system:173173CheatEffectUnlockSiteAreaEnables editing of normally locked areas in Build Mode.ToggleModinsightAllows modders to view and extract selected mod properties from in-game objects.175175Canvas and Modding176176Canvas Updates178178The Canvas sharing platform adds a "Size" search filter for properties, making it easier to find builds that fit a specific lot size.180180ModKit Expansion182182The ModKit receives significant new capabilities for content creators:184184FeatureDescriptionAnimation modsModders can now create and distribute custom animations.Accessory modsCustom accessories can be modded into the game.Face modsFace modification mods are now officially supported.Hot-loadingMods can now be applied without restarting the game.Project manager improvementsSearch and filter functionality added to the mod project manager.Multi-mod packagingMultiple mods can be packaged simultaneously for faster publishing.186186Graphics and Performance Optimization187187Graphics Presets189189Visual quality has been improved across all graphics presets, with the biggest gains at lower settings:191191ImprovementAffected PresetsVSM building shadowsVery LowBlob shadows for ZoisVery LowFake furniture shadowsAll presetsSSAO enhancementVery LowZoi material quality improvementsVery LowNighttime indoor lightingAll presetsSSGI default applicationVery Low through MediumIndoor yellowish tone fixHigh and UltraCity map shadowsHigh and Ultra193193The lower graphics settings improvements make the game significantly more accessible on budget hardware, with items and characters appearing much closer to their high-settings counterparts.194194Memory Optimization196196OptimizationDescriptionPSO partitioningPipeline State Object data is now partitioned for more efficient memory usage.Memory preallocationThe game pre-allocates memory at startup to reduce runtime allocation spikes and hitching.Additional memory optimization fixes reduce overall RAM consumption during gameplay.--198198Unreal Engine 5.6 (Delayed to April)199199The upgrade from Unreal Engine 5.4 to 5.6 was originally planned for this update but has been postponed to the April 2026 update. Remaining stabilization work required more testing time than initially estimated. A public beta branch opened on Steam on March 5, 2026 to test the engine upgrade before the full release. The migration ultimately shipped in v0.8.0 on April 29, 2026, completing the transition to UE 5.6 on the live build.201201Key improvements expected from the UE 5.6 upgrade include:203203Improved rendering performance, particularly on mid-range hardware.Better memory management with reduced RAM usage.Faster asset streaming and improved load times.Enhanced lighting and shadow quality.Foundation for future features like vehicle modding and curved walls.Targeted crash fixes and overall stability improvements.205205The beta was Steam-only, had no mod support, and save files remained compatible between the beta and main branches. Players could exit the beta and return to the main branch at any time.207207Bug Fixes209209Over 80 bug fixes were included in this update across all game systems. Highlights include:211211Gameplay Fixes213213Baby interaction issues have been restored and corrected.Consecutive childcare behavior now works properly.Water exit with WASD keys at the Bliss Bay beach fixed.Business properties are no longer force-sold on marriage.Ambitions are preserved when relocating between cities.NPC marriage procedures now follow normal flow.Zois stop interacting with objects after they break.Social event guests can now return home properly.Newborn crying cancels cooking less frequently.Boat fishing catch rates apply correctly.Post-hacking arrest procedures work as intended.Babysitters are now properly retained in the household system.Multi-city moves with business ownership no longer cause issues.Cooking recipes now check ingredient requirements properly.215215Build Mode Fixes217217Furniture under roofless spaces is now properly protected from rain.Corridor floor disappearance issue resolved.Doors and windows restored correctly after save-revert cycles.Wall recreation after window deletion fixed.Rattan dresser and toddler storage customization areas corrected.219219CAZ and UI Fixes221221Jacket color display consistency fixed.Skin color undo now reverts properly.Outfit clipping issues resolved.Clothing white outline artifacts removed.Option name overflow in UI corrected.Job qualification requirements now display in full.Temperature unit settings apply correctly.223223Mod Fixes225225Mods are now auto-disabled when the game updates to prevent crashes.Installation crash prevention for corrupted mod files.Translation mod text properly applies in-game.ModKit upload functionality restored.227227How to Update229229The update was delivered automatically through Steam and the Mac App Store on March 26, 2026. Save files from previous versions are fully compatible. Players should ensure adequate disk space, as the game may grow to approximately 75 GB with this update. Existing mods are automatically disabled upon installation to prevent compatibility issues and should be re-enabled after confirming they work with the new version.231231Developer Notes233233The development team noted that most key points from the "Fundamentals First" development direction have been accomplished with this update. The team has 7 to 8 total updates planned for 2026, with the March update completing the Q1 roadmap goals. The April 2026 update will prioritize the Unreal Engine 5.6 upgrade along with bug fixing, optimization, and stability improvements. Expanded modding support will continue to be a focus throughout the year.
