
The developers of the upcoming life simulation game, inZOI, recently addressed fan questions, sparking intrigue with their ambiguous response regarding intimate interactions between characters. When asked about the depiction of sexual intercourse, the assistant director offered a vague explanation, avoiding the explicit term "sex," leaving players uncertain about the game's content.
Essentially, the implication is that romantic interactions between male and female ZOIs leading to them retiring to bed together suggest the intention to have children. However, the visual representation of this intimacy is left to the player's interpretation. The developer hinted that the depiction may not be as explicit as some anticipated.
Currently, the level of censorship regarding intimacy in inZOI remains unclear, leaving open the question of whether it will mirror the approach seen in The Sims series or employ a novel method.
The developers also clarified the decision to depict ZOIs showering in towels instead of using pixelated censorship. They explained that this approach is more suitable for the game's cartoonish art style, as pixelation in a realistic style can appear overly sexualized. Furthermore, a technical issue with pixelated censorship—where the blurring wouldn't appear in reflections—also influenced this decision.
Ultimately, the game's rating provides the clearest indication of its content. inZOI has received a T rating from the ESRB (for teens) and is expected to receive a PEGI 12 rating, mirroring the ratings given to The Sims 4.