Update History

Overview

inZOI entered Early Access on March 28, 2025, on PC via Steam with two cities: Dowon and Bliss Bay. Since launch, KRAFTON has delivered a series of major updates approximately every two to three months, each introducing substantial new systems, content, and quality-of-life improvements. The game also received its first free DLC, Island Getaway, in August 2025, which added a third city, Cahaya. Minor hotfix patches have been released between major updates to address bugs and stability issues. This article documents every significant version from launch through February 2026.

v0.1.0 - Early Access Launch (March 28, 2025)

The initial Early Access release established the core gameplay foundation. Players could create Zois in the Character Studio, move them into homes in Dowon or Bliss Bay, build and furnish houses, pursue careers, develop relationships, and manage daily life. Key launch features included:

v0.1.1 (March 29, 2025)

First hotfix, released one day after launch. Fixed UI button disappearance in Simplified Chinese, lobby menu functionality issues, family settings mismatches, and custom outfit persistence problems after restart.

v0.1.2 (March 30, 2025)

Corrected creator display issues, headset equipment bugs after gift-giving, and moire visual artifacts on screen elements. NVIDIA driver recommendations were provided for optimal performance.

v0.1.3 (April 1, 2025)

Adjusted lifespan rules so only senior-aged Zois could die naturally, preventing premature deaths that had frustrated players. Fixed issues where clothing remained dirty or damaged after washing, and resolved custom outfit/accessory disappearance after game restart.

v0.1.4 (April 4, 2025)

Introduced age adjustment features and reduced sleep duration for smoother gameplay pacing. Slowed karma change rates and family relationship growth speed. Zois could now eat immediately after cooking instead of waiting. Pregnancy mechanics were improved.

v0.1.5 (April 15, 2025)

Improved Build Mode camera controls with a new free camera mode using WASD keys. Added 3 new shadow options in Graphics settings for improved character appearance. Enhanced character shadows. Fixed save file corruption caused by Map Mode. Addressed issues where Zois would repeatedly die at the same age, fixed fire incident bugs, and corrected multiple ambition goal tracking problems. Removed karma requirements for animal feeding.

v0.1.7 (April 28, 2025)

Addressed the issue where Zois' emotions would change too rapidly and unnaturally -- the primary emotion now only changes if the emotional score reaches 2 points or higher. Hunger restoration from street food was adjusted to prevent Zois from getting hungry too frequently. Fixed an issue where Zois' facial appearance set in Create a Zoi appeared differently in-game. Corrected Build Mode issues with stairs and wall materials.

v0.2.0 - ModKit and Expanded Simulation (June 13, 2025)

The first major content update arrived approximately two and a half months after launch, focusing on modding tools, expanded relationships, and quality-of-life improvements.

ModKit

The official ModKit was released, giving the community tools to create custom content:

• In-game Mod Browser for searching, installing, and managing mods

• Wizard-style UI for streamlined mod creation without complex settings

• Plugins for Maya and Blender with tools and guidelines for creating custom outfits

• Sample assets and FBX files included for reference

• Sharing supported via CurseForge or manual import

Gameplay Additions

v0.3.0 - Island Getaway DLC and Base Game Overhaul (August 20, 2025)

The largest update to date arrived alongside inZOI's first free DLC. The update overhauled the emotion system, added water activities, introduced farming and crafting, expanded to a third city, and brought Mac support.

Cahaya (Island Getaway DLC)

The free Island Getaway DLC introduced Cahaya, inZOI's third city, a resort-themed tropical destination comprised of three islands. The DLC must be installed separately via the Steam store page.

Players could rent one of six boats to sail between the islands, steering freely across open water in any direction.

New Skills and Activities

Economy and Build Mode

Emotion System Overhaul

• Redesigned emotion GUI for clearer reading of Zoi emotional states

• Thought balloons showing inner thoughts during conversations

• Collaborative group activities including shared meals and games

• Romantic system additions: one-sided crushes, love confessions, obsessions, divorces

• Conversation outcomes now have 2-3 possible paths based on traits and context

Other Additions

v0.4.0 - Halloween Update (October 30, 2025)

The autumn update paired the first seasonal event with major simulation system overhauls and the long-awaited Ghost Play feature.

Ghost Play and Funeral System

• Zois can now continue playing as ghosts for three in-game days after death

• 17 death types each produce ghosts with unique abilities (fire ghosts can set things ablaze, starvation ghosts make others hungry, etc.)

• New Funeral Home, Columbarium, and Cemetery property types added to all three cities

• Urns generated for deceased Zois; funerals held via "Make Event" option

• Ghosts can ascend to the afterlife or attend their own funeral

• Ghost Appearance Rate Slider added to City Edit menu

• Soul Guide available from Pocket Market to summon and communicate with ghosts

Mentality System Overhaul

• Unified traits, characteristics, ambitions, and urges into a cohesive system

• Removed overlapping traits (Entertainer/Troublemaker, Volunteer/Recluse, Collaborator/Rulebreaker)

• Added 3 new traits and 15 new characteristics (including Extroverted, Depressed, Bookworm, Emotionally Needy)

• Ambitions now selectable during Zoi creation in the Character Studio

• Over 140 new urges added; 120 existing urges reworked based on personality

Halloween Seasonal Content

• Pumpkin farming, carving jack-o'-lanterns, and three new pumpkin recipes

• Trick-or-treat events with the Halloween Candy Basket

• Five new ghost fish species (catchable 6 PM to 6 AM)

• 100 new character customization items plus 38 unlockable Halloween items via Canvas

• 120 new Build Mode items with 58 Halloween-themed items unlockable via events

Other Changes

v0.5.0 - Business, Crime, and Holiday Festival (December 23, 2025)

The final major update of 2025 added economic gameplay systems, a criminal underworld, multitasking, and the winter Holiday Festival event.

Business Ownership

• Zois can own and operate businesses including cafes, bakeries, bars, and restaurants

• Hands-on management: set business hours, hire employees with skill-based autonomous work, manage accounting

• Multi-store management system for running multiple businesses, transferable between household members

• Real-time customer satisfaction feedback system affecting business value

• Different customer action presets for different business types

Crime System

• Zois meeting certain conditions (2,000 Meow or less, excessive debt, psychological stress, or having the Rulebreaker trait) unlock crime interactions

• Two criminal paths: thieves who break in and steal, and scammers who use phishing and fraud

• Suspicious Job Agency: Take on shady jobs and purchase crime information from the Bulletin Board

• Crime Score tracks illegal activity; high scores trigger automatic arrest by police

• Wanted notices last up to one day for thieves who successfully escape

• Trial system: Players choose between free or elite lawyers, complete trial preparation missions, and face opportunity cards during the trial itself

• Trial outcomes include acquittal, fines, or police custody; not-guilty verdicts are difficult to secure

• Bail posting option to secure release while awaiting trial

Multitasking and Group Actions

One of the most requested features, multitasking allowed Zois to perform multiple actions simultaneously, such as talking while eating, eating while watching TV, or chatting while using computers. Group actions enabled more natural social dynamics where multiple Zois could participate in shared activities together with improved positioning and movement mechanics.

Holiday Festival

• Limited-time event from December 23, 2025, through January 31, 2026 (midnight local time)

• Festival booths in Central Park (Dowon), Liberty Square (Bliss Bay), and Barat Beach (Cahaya)

• Snack Booth, Gift Booth, and Ingredients Booth with seasonal items

• Holiday Gift Boxes containing up to 32 limited-edition building items; over 50 festival items total

• Caroling choirs performing in city parks from 12:15 PM to 10:00 PM

New Skills and Items

• New Skills: Baking, Drink Mixing, and Crime (up to Level 5)

• New Characteristic: "Workaholic" -- drives Zois who feel uneasy without employment

• 55 new character items plus 7 unlockable Holiday Festival items and 295 new style presets

• 173 new Build Mode items: Modular windows, roofing trim, larger dining tables, and festive decorations

• 16 new poses and emotes

• Wall and roof construction costs completely waived

Other Additions

v0.5.1 (December 24, 2025)

Hotfix released one day after v0.5.0, addressing early bugs and stability issues from the major update.

v0.5.3 (January 9, 2026)

The 30th Early Access update, focusing on gameplay stability, object interactions, and UI clarity. Introduced a new object for preparing mixed drinks.

v0.5.4

Additional hotfix focusing on gameplay stability, object interactions, UI clarity, and event-related fixes.

v0.6.0 - Lunar New Year Mini Update (February 12, 2026)

A smaller update compared to the quarterly major releases, v0.6.0 focused on Lunar New Year seasonal content and continued the "Fundamentals First" approach to development. The update was released at 15:00 KST.

2026 Development Roadmap

On December 26, 2025, game director Kjun outlined the development plan for 2026 under the theme "Fundamentals First." The team aims for 7-8 updates throughout 2026, with the first half focused on new content and the second half increasingly dedicated to strengthening core systems (jobs, building, terrain editing). All features are planned as free additions for Early Access owners. Kjun mentioned the possibility of releasing Fundamentals First improvements on a monthly basis.

Q1 2026

• Enhanced job system: multiple jobs, interviews, remote work, performance evaluation

• New careers: beauty careers and police career with patrol cars and real-time criminal searches

• Competitive rival system between Zois with winners and losers

• Reputation system and high school campus properties

• Flower farming and arranging

• Memory and trauma systems tracking life milestones

• Fate Engine introduction

• Calendar system with birthday tracking and age adjustment options

• European and Hanok-style architecture and outfits

• Engine upgrades and graphics improvements

Q2 2026

• Freelance careers: writing, game development, photography

• Taxi driver and elderly-focused professions

• Prison properties with facilities

• Voice customization and K-pop performance content

• Stage environments, themed idol styling, and dance motions

• Enhanced aspirations and new urges

Q3 2026

• Part-time jobs for teenagers and additional careers

• Event Memory and Diary system

• Curved wall support for windows, pools, and walls

• Value system enhancements and game balance adjustments

Q4 2026

• Basement construction

• Terrain editing feature development begins

• Interior and exterior wall module decoration systems

Modding Roadmap 2026

Beyond the Fundamentals (Roadmap Part 2)

On January 2, 2026, Kjun revealed the second part of the 2026 roadmap, focusing on R&D-driven initiatives being developed by a dedicated team working in parallel with the core development team:

Version Summary Table

For quick reference, here is a summary of all major releases: