Dive into the intriguing world of inZOI as game director Hyungjun Kim unveils a captivating Karma system and introduces ghost Zois. Discover how this unique paranormal mechanic will enhance your gameplay experience!
inZOI Director Teases a Karma System
On February 7, 2025, inZOI game director Hyungjun Kim shared exciting news on Discord about the introduction of a Karma system. This system will transform deceased Zois into ghosts based on their accumulated Karma points.
While inZOI is renowned for its commitment to realism, Kim's teaser introduces a fascinating paranormal element. He explained, "If a Zoi dies with enough karma points, they move on to the afterlife, but those who don’t make the cut have to remain as ghosts until they restore sufficient karma points." However, the specific actions required to restore these points remain a mystery for now.
Kim also stressed the importance of balancing this new feature, stating, "We want to keep the playability of ghosts fairly limited so it doesn’t overshadow the main gameplay, but we also want to make sure the experience is engaging enough when it does happen." In the Early Access version, players will be able to engage in special conversations with ghost Zois "at set times under certain conditions."
Kim's vision extends beyond the immediate, as he added, "While we’re committed to refining the realistic elements of inZOI first, I’d love to explore more fantasy-driven elements in the future. Occasionally stepping away from the game's native, ultra-realistic setting could add an extra layer of fun to our simulation of this vast and complex concept we call life!"
inZOI Karma Interaction Briefly Revealed
Back in August 2024, inZOI's publisher, Krafton Inc., collaborated with various content creators to showcase the game. One such partner, MadMorph, provided a sneak peek at the Karma system.
At the fifteen-minute mark of MadMorph’s inZOI video, he demonstrated a feature known as Karma Interactions. This option presents players with a range of actions that can either increase or decrease Karma points. For example, MadMorph's character engaged in a mischievous act by secretly farting on another Zoi's face, which provoked a reaction from the NPC. Positive actions like "Throw Away Trash" or "Like a Friend’s post" are also available but were not shown in the video.
Although Kim confirmed that the Early Access version will focus solely on gameplay "while the Zois are still alive," the Karma Interactions feature promises to have a significant impact in future updates. Eager players won't have to wait long, as inZOI is set to launch in Early Access on Steam on March 28, 2025—just under six weeks away.
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