Face capture, pets, improved fights and team plans

This week, the developers of inZOI released some important news and updates on their official Discord channel. They discussed several new features and changes that will be added to the game.

Here's a detailed overview of what they announced:

* **Face capture to create Zoey templates:**

The developers have started working on a feature that automatically creates faces for Zoey's characters using real-time face capture technology and 3D printers with AI. This solution aims to make the character customization process easier for players. They can create unique faces for their Zoys faster and more easily. This approach will make the process more accessible for all players, regardless of their technical skills.

* **Interaction with animals:**

One of the most popular requests from the community is the opportunity to get pets. The developers said that this feature is under development and will be added after the game is released in early access. In the future, players will be able to interact with animals, which will improve the atmosphere of the game and add new opportunities for exploration and interaction in the game world. The idea of having pets was warmly received by the community, especially considering that inZOI already has animals like cats inspired by real stray animals.

* **Limitation of floors in construction:**

Previously, the game allowed for unlimited building growth, which made it possible to build skyscrapers on the verge of fantasy. However, after analyzing the technical difficulties and problems related to the performance of the game on very tall buildings, the developers decided to introduce a limit of 30 floors. This decision was made with regret, but it is necessary to ensure the stability of the game and prevent bugs. Despite this, the team is confident that players will continue to enjoy the construction process and will be able to create stunning buildings within this limitation.

* **A Beginner's Guide:**

The developers noticed that many beginners face difficulties in mastering all the features of the game. To make the adaptation process easier and more understandable, they are working on creating a detailed and accessible guide. This guide will cover all the major aspects of the game and provide beginners with clear instructions to help them understand the mechanics faster and start building, interacting, and evolving in the inZOI world. It will be especially useful for those players who have not previously played life simulators and are not familiar with similar games.

* **Gas station:**

An interesting novelty that the developers talked about is the concept of gas stations. Although it has not yet been decided whether the cars in the game will actually refuel (which is the main function of gas stations in real life), the team plans to add shops and toilets to these stations. This should enhance the atmosphere and add an element of realism to the game. This approach will allow players to feel like they are in a more vibrant and dynamic world, where even small things like stopping at a gas station can be an interesting gameplay element.

* **Improving the combat system:**

The mechanics of the battles in the game have also undergone changes. Previously, the strike system did not reveal the full potential of combat mechanics, and players expressed the opinion that it required improvements. In response, the developers have added new combat moves and improved the system for determining the winner in battles. Now the outcome of the battles will depend not only on the chosen movements but also on the individual characteristics of each character. This should add additional depth and a strategic element to the battle system, allowing players to create more interesting and diverse stories in the world of inZOI.

InZOI will be released in Early Access on March 28, 2025.