InZOI Ditches Explicit Sex Scenes

The lead developers of the eagerly anticipated life simulation game, inZOI, recently fielded some intriguing questions from their fanbase. One particularly notable inquiry revolved around the depiction of sexual intercourse within the game. The assistant director's response was notably evasive, skillfully avoiding the word "sex" entirely, leaving players with more questions than answers.

The gist of the response suggested that the act is implied within the game. For instance, if a male ZOI and a female ZOI retreat to bed together, the intention to create children is evident. However, the visual representation of this process 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." This statement has left fans puzzled about whether the game will follow the censorship model seen in The Sims series or if it will introduce a novel approach.

Additionally, the developers addressed the curious design choice of having ZOIs shower in towels rather than using pixelated censorship. They explained that pixelation tends to suit games with more cartoonish aesthetics and can come across as overly sexualized in games with a realistic style. Furthermore, there was a technical issue where pixelated censorship failed to appear in mirror reflections, prompting the towel solution.

For those seeking clarity, the game's ratings provide some insight. inZOI has been rated ESRB - T (for teens) and is expected to receive a PEGI 12 rating. These ratings align with those given to The Sims 4, offering a hint at the level of content players can anticipate.