InZOI Abandons Explicit Sex Scenes

The lead developers of the eagerly awaited life simulation game, inZOI, recently fielded questions from fans, sparking curiosity about the game's approach to sensitive topics such as sexual intercourse. The assistant director's response was notably evasive, skillfully avoiding the term "sex" and leaving players with more questions than answers.

Essentially, the gist of the response was that intimate interactions between male and female ZOIs do occur, particularly when they retreat to a bed together. This action suggests an intent to procreate, yet the visual representation of this interaction is left to the player's imagination. The assistant director hinted, "Perhaps that’s exactly what’s happening, but not at the level everyone expected," adding to the ambiguity surrounding the feature.

This has left fans wondering if inZOI will handle these scenes with the same level of censorship seen in The Sims series or if the developers will introduce a novel approach to the depiction of such interactions.

Furthermore, the developers clarified their decision to have ZOIs shower while wearing towels rather than using pixelated censorship. They explained that this method aligns better with games featuring a more cartoonish aesthetic. In contrast, for a game with realistic graphics like inZOI, pixelation can inadvertently come across as overly sexualized. Additionally, they revealed a technical issue: a bug where pixelated censorship failed to appear in mirror reflections when a naked ZOI approached, influencing their design choice.

For those seeking clarity, the game's ratings provide some insight. inZOI has been rated T for Teen by the ESRB and is expected to receive a PEGI 12 rating, mirroring the ratings assigned to The Sims 4. These ratings offer a hint at the level of content players can expect, aligning with the developers' approach to maintaining a family-friendly yet realistic simulation experience.