Are you ready for a thrilling twist in the world of inZOI? The game director, Hyungjun Kim, has just unveiled an exciting new feature that blends the lines between the living and the afterlife. Introducing the Karma system, which ushers in the eerie presence of ghost Zois. Let's dive into how this paranormal game mechanic will enhance your gaming experience!

inZOI Director Teases a Karma System

Deceased Zois Transform into Ghosts, Depending on Their Karma Points

In a captivating Discord post dated February 7, 2025, Hyungjun Kim, the visionary behind inZOI, shared details about an innovative Karma system. This system transforms deceased Zois into ghosts, contingent on their accumulated Karma points. Despite inZOI's commitment to realism, Kim is eager to introduce this supernatural element.

According to Kim, "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 restoring Karma points remain a mystery, the concept promises to add a deep, engaging layer to the game.

Kim also stressed the importance of balance, stating, "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 will only be able to engage in special conversations with ghost Zois "at set times under certain conditions."

Looking to the future, Kim expressed his enthusiasm for blending fantasy with realism: "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

Back in August 2024, inZOI's publisher, Krafton Inc., teamed up with content creators to showcase the game through sponsored videos. Among them, MadMorph offered a sneak peek into the Karma system. About fifteen minutes into his inZOI video, he demonstrated a feature known as Karma Interactions, showcasing a variety of actions that can either boost or diminish Karma points.

MadMorph's character performed a mischievous act by secretly farting on another Zoi's face, triggering a humorous reaction. However, the option also includes positive actions like "Throw Away Trash" or "Like a Friend’s post," though these weren't demonstrated in the video.

While the Early Access version of inZOI will primarily focus on gameplay "while the Zois are still alive," the Karma Interactions feature is set to play a more significant role in future updates. Eager players won't have to wait long, as inZOI is scheduled to launch as an Early Access game on Steam on March 28, 2025, just under six weeks away.