Discover the intriguing new paranormal game mechanics in inZOI with the introduction of a Karma system and ghost Zois. Dive deeper to understand how these elements will enhance your gameplay experience!
inZOI Director Teases a Karma System
On February 7, 2025, inZOI game director Hyungjun Kim shared exciting news via Discord about a Karma system that will transform deceased Zois into ghosts based on their Karma points. This addition brings a fascinating paranormal twist to the game's realistic setting.
Kim 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." While the specifics on how to restore these points remain undisclosed, the concept promises to add depth to the gameplay.
To ensure this feature complements rather than overwhelms the core gameplay, Kim noted, "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 can engage in special conversations with ghost Zois "at set times under certain conditions."
Kim also expressed interest in expanding the game's scope, saying, "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
In August 2024, inZOI's publisher, Krafton Inc., collaborated with content creators to showcase the game. Among them, MadMorph provided a sneak peek into the Karma system. At the 15-minute mark of his inZOI video, he introduced Karma Interactions, a feature allowing Zois to perform various actions that impact their Karma points.
MadMorph demonstrated both mischievous and virtuous actions. A humorous example was his character secretly farting on another Zoi's face, which provoked a reaction from the NPC. On the positive side, actions like "Throw Away Trash" or "Like a Friend’s post" were available but not shown in action.
Although the Early Access version focuses on gameplay "while the Zois are still alive," Kim assured that the Karma Interactions will play a more significant role 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.
