InZOI has made waves this year, as the hyper-realistic life simulator could prove to be a solid competitor to The Sims. Since the game entered early access in March, those who have played InZOI have got to experience a taste of what the title will have in store once it launches in a complete state.
These days, games having an early access period before a full-blown launch is a common road for developers to take. There is plenty of debate about whether early access is good or not, but beyond that, developers have the difficult task of keeping players engaged until the official launch arrives. There are high hopes for InZOI, and the game's roadmap has already promised some strong updates planned for the year, with one of those being mod support. Once InZOI includes this massive feature, the game's early access could keep players busy for a long time.
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Once InZOI Gets Mod Support, the Door Will Be Wide Open For Players to Express Their Creativity
Despite a Delay, InZOI is Still Set to Get Mod Support
InZOI's first big update was just recently delayed, but thankfully there isn't a long wait ahead. When the roadmap for InZOI was released, it was promised that mod support would arrive sometime in early May. However, players will have to be a little bit patient now, as mod support will now hopefully arrive in mid-June. Of course, another delay could happen, but as of now, InZOI is eyeing next month as the launch target for its first major update.
InZOI's mod support sounds compelling, too. Not only will players be able to customize the game in a variety of ways, but InZOI is working to ensure that it's as efficient and satisfying as possible. From official Maya and Blender plugins to full integration with CurseForge, InZOI's planned mod update could prove to be a true game-changer for the life sim. Despite having a strong launch, InZOI has already been losing players, and mod support could be just what the game needs to reignite excitement.
Right now, InZOI's other big updates for the year are scheduled for September and December. This is subject to change, though.
Mod Support Has Kept Games Thriving Years After Launch
Whether it be Skyrim or Stardew Valley, modding communities have helped keep games alive. Adding mod support to a game gives players a newfound sense of freedom, since it means fans don't have to solely wait on updates from developers. If a player wants something specific, they can mod it into the game themselves, and it leaves a world of possibilities within reach. InZOI players have called for improvements since the game's launch, and mod support might be the best upgrade possible for early access success.
Developer Krafton has yet to reveal when InZOI's early access period is planned to end.
InZOI Still Has a Long Way to Go
Even when mod support finally arrives, InZOI will have to prove that its world is worth sticking around with. Just because a game offers mod support doesn't mean it will do the trick to keep players invested. For example, Starfield modders have been losing interest in the Bethesda space adventure, even though they can help shape aspects of the game however they please.
Although modding is a great way to add longevity to a game, a strong base has to be there first. While InZOI's character creator has been praised, other aspects like NPC autonomy have been heavily critiqued. Mod support will be a strong addition to InZOI, but only time will tell if it actually helps make its early access period more enjoyable.
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inZOI is a life simulation game where players step into the role of creators, shaping the world as they envision and witnessing the various stories that unfold.
Through this immersive experience, we aim to inspire players to appreciate life as the profound gift it is—a journey that is filled with meaning at every turn.
Step into diverse lives, brought to life with realistic graphics!
InZOI features a fully functional community simulation experience where characters, known as Zois, live their lives with their own free will.
Zois perform actions and build relationships based on their personalities and life experiences, leading to unexpected developments such as rumors, trends, and disease.
Take control of cities inspired by real-world locations and shape them into the perfect backdrop for your own stories by modifying factors such as weather, properties, and streets. All of this comes to life with stunning, realistic graphics powered by Unreal Engine 5.
Bring your imagination to life with endless customizations!
InZOI offers advanced customization tools, empowering creators to freely design their characters and bring their imagination to reality.
Choose from over 250 customization options to create your own unique Zoi, adjusting everything from hair, skin, and physique to outfits, accessories, nail art, and more.
Mix and match architectural elements like walls, roofs, stairs, fences, platforms, and gates to create unique buildings. Decorate spaces with a variety of objects, and customize your furniture to make every detail your own.
Bring your characters to life using inZOI's facial and motion capture capabilities, and create stunning videos set in your world of choice.
Share your creations and connect with other creators!
Easily share your creations and interact with other creators using Canvas, our in-game sharing platform. Showcase your characters, homes, and stories, or find inspiration from other creators. Join creators around the world on Canvas for a more connected inZOI experience!
- Engine
- Unreal Engine 5
- Genre(s)
- Life Simulation
