inZOI Review: A Life Simulator That Falls Flat

Name: The Sims Killer That Fell Flat
Item: inZOI Reviews
Rating: 3
Author: AlexMorrow2

The Sims Killer That Fell Flat

summarizeEditor's Summary

I gotta say, I was really hyped about inZOI, but unfortunately, it didn't quite live up to my expectations. The game is beautiful and detailed, but it's just so raw and boring. The early access period has dragged on for way too long. I wanted to give it at least four stars, but it's just not worth it.

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KararKötü

Grafik9/10

Kalite6/10

Eğlence3/10

OyunOyunu4/10

OyunKonusu7/10

KarakterYaratma8/10

Hey there! ☕

I'm excited to share with you a game that's basically the Sims killer.

I really wanted to give it at least four stars, but unfortunately, it didn't quite live up to my expectations.

The Point?

This is a life simulator.

Yeah, it's pretty similar to Sims.

But there are some nuances.

Character Creation

This is actually the one area where inZOI surpasses Sims.

inZOI reviewsIt's because the zonis look way more realistic than Sims characters.inZOI reviewsYou can even paint their toenails 💅inZOI reviewsBut there are some downsides.In Sims, you can choose from a ton of different makeup looks and hairstyles for each character (casual, formal, athletic, etc.).

Here, you're stuck with one look for all occasions.

You can choose a life goal.

inZOI reviewsAnd life goals.inZOI reviewsEverything looks super pretty and well-written.The problem is, it doesn't actually do anything.

Gameplay

It's basically the same as Sims.

This is a life simulator.

inZOI reviewsThe cities are small.inZOI reviewsThere are areas on the map that exist only in theory.But you can't actually access them.

They're still in development.

The main problem with the game is that it's still in early access (!!) after all this time.

inZOI reviewsIt launched on March 27th.And it's still in development.

I've got to say, one of the coolest features of inZOI is the Island Getaway option.

However, the main map still needs some serious development.

The problem is that the game is still pretty raw.

And to be honest, there's not much that's unique about the gameplay.

inZOI reviewsActivities here are pretty one-dimensional.

inZOI reviewsThere's a cafe with tarot readings.

inZOI reviewsBut there's no real excitement to be found.I took a look at my Zoi's tarot reading.

And that's it, nothing more.

The problem with the game is that most of what happens doesn't really have any impact.

When compared to the Sims, at least they made it possible to take your sim to work.

In inZOI, Zoi just leaves for work and comes back a few hours later.

And it's not even like in the second Sims game, where life on the lot doesn't come to a standstill while your sim is at work.

Here, it's just a quick loading screen, and suddenly it's 6 PM.

One plus is that inZOI has an active autosave feature.

inZOI reviewsIn the Sims, you can easily lose all your progress if the game crashes.

GRAPHICS

Apparently, the creators of inZOI are relying on the argument that their graphics are top-notch.

And to be fair, the graphics are pretty good.

inZOI reviewsHowever, there are some minor flaws here and there.

inZOI reviewsThe chair is super detailed, but Zoi and her computer are not.

inZOI reviewsOverall, the game looks pretty good, though.The city is more developed than in the Sims.

inZOI reviewsBut the thing is, it's only been polished visually.Most of the buildings are just there.

You can't even interact with them 🥺

THE VERDICT

I wouldn't recommend inZOI until it's out of early access. It's not even close to being as good as Sims or a decent competitor. The game is still raw, even if it does look pretty visually.

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Is inZOI a good alternative to The Sims?

Not really. While it has some unique features, it's just not as polished or engaging as The Sims. If you're looking for a life simulator, I'd recommend sticking with the classic.

What's the deal with the character creation in inZOI?

It's actually really impressive. You can customize your zonis' appearance in crazy detail, from their hair to their toenails. It's definitely one of the game's strongest features.

Is inZOI available on PC?

Yes, inZOI is available on PC, but it's still in early access, so be aware that it's not fully polished yet.

Can I play inZOI on console?

No, inZOI is currently only available on PC, but the devs have mentioned that they're working on a console release.

What's the story behind inZOI?

The game's storyline is super predictable and lacks any real depth or complexity. It's basically just a generic life simulator plot with some unique twists.

Is inZOI free to play?

No, inZOI is a paid game, but it's still in early access, so be aware that it's not fully polished yet.

Can I customize my zonis' personalities in inZOI?

Not really. While you can customize their appearance, their personalities are pretty generic and lack any real depth or complexity.

Is inZOI suitable for kids?

Maybe. The game's content is pretty tame, but it's still a life simulator, so it's up to parents to decide whether it's suitable for their kids.

Can I play inZOI with friends?

Yes, inZOI has multiplayer features, but they're still in development, so be aware that they're not fully polished yet.

check_circlePros

•The character creation is actually really impressive, with zonis that look way more realistic than Sims characters.
•You can customize your zonis' appearance in crazy detail, from their hair to their toenails.
•The game has a lot of potential, and I can see why people would be excited about it.
•The community is active and engaged, which is always a plus.
•The game has a unique art style that sets it apart from other life simulators.

cancelCons

•The gameplay is super repetitive and gets old fast.
•The early access period has been going on for way too long, and it feels like the devs have lost focus.
•The game is just so raw and unfinished, with a lot of bugs and glitches.
•The storyline is super predictable and lacks any real depth or complexity.
•The game's UI is clunky and hard to navigate.

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