InZOI: To Age or Not to Age

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Since InZOI has been released to the general public, enthusiasts who have eagerly awaited its launch can now experience InZOI Studio’s premier game. To date, it has lived up to expectations and then some, offering unique features and mechanics not found in any other life simulation game. However, it’s inevitable that comparisons are drawn with the genre-defining title, The Sims. Given The Sims’ evolution over time, there are certainly aspects that InZOI doesn’t currently offer. One such feature is the option to control character aging, and there’s a case to be made for its inclusion in a future update.

On March 28, 2025, the early access of the game InZOI was launched, allowing players to experience all its current content. While it offers typical features found in modern life simulation games such as building and customizing homes or interacting with various characters, what sets it apart is the absence of an age-toggling feature. Despite this game’s intention to let you control multiple generations of families, the lack of this feature raises eyebrows, especially considering how popular it has been in games like The Sims. However, maybe the developers had thought ahead and made this decision, believing that removing it would ultimately benefit the game in the long run. We’ll see if that proves to be true as time goes on.

How InZOI Benefits From Keeping Aging Out of the Player’s Control

Despite some players advocating for the inclusion of an aging feature, many continue to find enjoyment in the game without it. Removing the option to halt aging doesn’t diminish the fun factor; in fact, it might enhance it, taking into account several aspects.

  • Aging means people will do everything to get the most out of InZOI and the Zois they create, as the limited time will force them to see what can be achieved before eventual death and starting from scratch with a new character.
  • Not being able to prevent death means players will form a real connection with every Zoi they’ve carefully crafted, immersing them in the world and the lives of the characters they’ve built.
  • It allows players to see all the life stages of the Zois, ensuring that they do not miss out on what each experience brings, while allowing the game to emphasize how important each cycle of existence is.

Regarding the potential impact of age toggling on InZOI, the developers might choose not to implement this feature in future versions. However, unforeseen circumstances could lead to its inclusion at a later date, should the development team deem it beneficial.

Why InZOI Should Still Consider Putting in an Option That Toggles Aging

A more authentic approach to InZOI’s gameplay lifecycle offers a unique experience for some, but not everyone finds it appealing. There might be players who grew tired of the game because of the anxiety associated with losing progress upon the demise of their beloved Zoi. This could lead them to quit playing entirely, despite the possibility to revert to a previous save as an attempt to rectify the situation.

By granting players the option to switch between different ages, they can overlook the concern of natural demise, thereby enjoying greater liberty in deciding their actions, rather than being cautious and prolonging gameplay for extended periods. Moreover, this feature could potentially captivate devoted Sims enthusiasts who are accustomed to it, thus bolstering InZOI’s fanbase and enhancing its visibility within the gaming community.

In the vibrant world of InZOI, there’s an overwhelming abundance of activities that make one ponder if growing old is truly inevitable. It’s conceivable that the creators at InZOI Studios might eventually implement a switch for customization, but until then, players must immerse themselves in the game as designed: by journeying through the lives of various in-game generations.

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2025-04-03 13:06