inZOI Patches Bug, Prevents Running Over Children

inZOI developers have taken swift action to address a disturbing bug that allowed players to run over children in the game, which has now been fixed in their latest patch. This shocking feature came to light as the Early Access phase of inZOI continues, revealing more about the game's mechanics. A player posted footage on inZOI's subreddit on March 28, demonstrating how they could run over a child with a car, causing the child to ragdoll and ultimately die. This was not in line with the developers' intentions, as previously mentioned in the inZOI Online Showcase, where they discussed various ways to eliminate Zois but did not mention children being affected.

In response to this issue, a Krafton spokesperson issued a statement to Eurogamer on March 28, clarifying that this was an unintended bug. The statement emphasized the seriousness of the matter and the importance of age-appropriate content, stating, "These depictions are highly inappropriate and do not reflect the intent and values of inZOI. We understand the seriousness of this matter and age-appropriate content and we are strengthening our internal review processes to prevent similar incidents in the future." Removing this feature was crucial, especially since inZOI holds an ESRB rating of T for Teen, and retaining such a bug could lead to a stricter age rating.

inZOI Developers Aims To Strengthen Internal Review Processes In The Future

As inZOI continues to evolve during its Early Access phase, the developers are committed to improving their internal review processes to ensure that such inappropriate content does not make it into the game. This commitment is vital for maintaining the game's intended audience and ensuring that the gameplay experience aligns with the developers' vision.

inZOI Director Admits Realistic Style Makes It Hard For Goofing Around In-Game

inZOI has garnered a "Very Positive" review rating on Steam, with players praising its detailed and high-quality graphics. However, in an interview with PCGamesN on March 31, inZOI's Game Director Hyungjun 'Kjun' Kim discussed the challenges of their hyper-realistic approach. Kjun explained, "This was something we thought about a lot. With such realistic graphics, we constantly questioned how far we should take that realism. At times, we wanted to incorporate comical or lighthearted elements, but they didn’t quite fit with the grounded visuals, which was a bit disappointing sometimes."

Kjun has previously expressed admiration for The Sims 4, highlighting its charming goofiness as a defining feature. However, integrating similar elements into inZOI's realistic style proved challenging. Despite this, Kjun remains confident in their approach, stating, "We believe this level of immersive graphics will resonate with players and, throughout development, we’ve felt both proud and excited to bring this world to life." While inZOI surpasses The Sims 4 in terms of detail and quality, the developers are still working to establish the game's unique identity in the life-simulation genre. For more insights into inZOI's Early Access release, be sure to check out our detailed article below!