News Feed
The News Feed (also called Status Updates) is a core UI system in inZOI that tracks events, life changes, and notifications for your Zois. Introduced in v0.7.0, it works alongside the Memory and Milestones systems to keep players informed about what is happening in their Zois' lives.
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Overview
The News Feed is a notification and event-tracking system in inZOI that keeps players informed about what is happening in their Zois' daily lives. Formally referred to as the Status Updates menu in the official patch notes, this feature was introduced with the v0.7.0 anniversary update on March 26, 2026. It is a running log of events both major and minor, from career changes and relationship shifts to everyday moments like bumping into a neighbor.
The News Feed sits at the intersection of several interconnected systems that Krafton built to deepen the life simulation experience. Together with the Memory Systemthe Milestones tracker, and the Calendar and Birthday Systemit creates a layered record of each Zoi's personal history. Where Memories influence future behavior and Milestones mark permanent achievements, the News Feed acts as the real-time ticker that surfaces these moments as they happen.
How it Works
The Status Updates menu displays events and updates that occur in a Zoi's life. Whenever something noteworthy happens, a notification appears on screen. These notifications cover a wide range of occurrences: a Zoi getting promoted, a friend moving to a new house, a birthday approaching, or even a negative interaction that leaves a lasting impression.
Players can access the full Status Updates log through the Game Menu by pressing Esc. The menu collects all recent notifications in one place so nothing gets missed during busy gameplay sessions. Each entry includes a brief description of the event and which Zoi it involves.
Notifications also tie into the Smartphone messaging system. Certain life events trigger text messages between Zois. For example, when a Zoi in your relationship panel passes away, the surviving Zois receive a text message informing them of the loss. These messages create a sense of connection between characters that goes beyond simple stat tracking.
Types of Updates
The News Feed captures a broad range of events. While Krafton has not published a complete list, players have documented several categories that regularly appear:
Life stage transitions notify you when a Zoi ages up on their birthday, whether by blowing out candles at a party or spending the day alone.
Relationship changes cover new friendships, romantic milestones, breakups, and social conflicts.
Career events track promotions, job changes, firings, and school-related progress for younger Zois.
Memory triggers flag when a Zoi forms a new memory from a positive or negative experience, which may unlock additional interactions later.
Milestone achievements record important firsts and accomplishments: first steps, first job, graduation, marriage, having a child, and similar landmark events.
Calendar events alert you to upcoming birthdays, seasonal festivals (Spring Festival, Halloween Festival, Winter and Year-End Festival), and pregnancy due dates.
Neighborhood happenings include updates about other Zois in your area, such as deaths, moves, or notable incidents.
Notification Locations
One detail that has drawn community feedback is the fact that notifications appear in multiple places within the UI. Status update indicators show up on the family bar at the top of the screen, and the actual details are spread across both the Messages section and the Memories section. Players need to check both areas to see everything that has happened.
After the v0.7.0 launch, some players reported that the notification volume could feel overwhelming, especially for households with multiple Zois. Each family member generates their own stream of events, and the indicators pile up quickly. Community feedback on the official inZOI forums has requested options to filter or hide less important notifications, as well as a toggle to move the notification icons from the family bar to individual Zoi cards.
Connection to the Smartphone News App
The Smartphone in inZOI includes a dedicated News app in its app list. In earlier versions of the game, this app was listed as locked or under development, with noting that the developers were "still working on confirming how to unlock" it. The 2026 roadmap described the planned feature as a "news system that delivers in-game events via messages or TV," suggesting a broader vision for how neighborhood-level information would reach players.
The Status Updates menu introduced in v0.7.0 appears to be the first step toward fulfilling that roadmap goal. Whether the Smartphone News app will eventually expand to include city-wide or neighborhood-wide news delivered through in-game media remains to be seen as development continues through early access.
Related Systems
The News Feed does not exist in isolation. It works closely with several other features added or improved in the same update:
Memory Systemtracks positive and negative experiences that shape a Zoi's behavior over time. New memories trigger notifications in the feed.
Achievements and Milestonesrecords permanent accomplishments and life firsts. Milestone events appear as feed entries.
Calendar and Birthday Systemmanages the 28-day month cycle, seasonal festivals, birthdays, and due dates. Upcoming events generate advance notifications.
Smartphonedelivers certain event notifications as text messages between Zois, and houses the forthcoming News app.
Bubblythe in-game social media platform where Zois share items and influence fashion trends. While separate from the Status Updates feed, it represents another channel for social information flow in the game world.
Tips
Check the Status Updates menu regularly when controlling large households. Notifications from one Zoi can easily push updates for another off the visible area.
Pay attention to memory-related notifications. These often signal that a Zoi has unlocked new interaction options you might not otherwise notice.
If the notification volume feels excessive, the community has suggested that Krafton may add filtering options in a future patch. For now, clearing notifications frequently helps keep the UI manageable.
Calendar event alerts give you time to prepare for birthdays and festivals. Use them to plan parties or gather ingredients for seasonal activities.
Version History
v0.7.0 (March 26, 2026): Status Updates menu added. Memories and Milestones systems introduced alongside it. Notifications appear when life events occur.
v0.7.4Community feedback reported excessive notification frequency. Players requested filtering and toggle options on the official forums.