The lead developers of the highly anticipated life simulation game, inZOI, recently fielded questions from eager fans, sparking curiosity and speculation, especially around the topic of sexual intercourse in the game. When probed about this sensitive subject, the assistant director provided an answer that was masterfully vague, avoiding the word "sex" entirely. The response left players puzzled, suggesting that while the act might occur between a male and female ZOI, the visual representation would be left largely to the player's imagination.
The gist of the assistant director's statement was that if two ZOIs of opposite genders retreat to bed, it's implied they are engaging in activities to create offspring. Yet, the clarity and explicitness of this process remain shrouded in mystery. This has led to widespread speculation about whether inZOI will follow the censorship route seen in games like The Sims series or introduce a novel approach to depicting such interactions.
Moreover, the developers shed light on another intriguing aspect of the game: why ZOIs shower in towels rather than using pixelated censorship. They explained that pixelation tends to fit better with more cartoonish graphics, and in a game striving for realism like inZOI, such censorship can inadvertently come across as overly sexualized. Additionally, they disclosed a technical issue where pixelated censorship failed to reflect properly in mirrors, further justifying their choice to use towels.
For those seeking definitive answers, the game's current ratings provide some clarity. inZOI has been rated ESRB - T (Teen) and is expected to receive a PEGI 12 rating, aligning it closely with The Sims 4 in terms of content suitability. These ratings suggest a moderate approach to mature themes, leaving much to the player's interpretation and imagination.
As anticipation builds for inZOI, fans continue to dissect these developer insights, eagerly awaiting the game's release to see how these elements are ultimately executed.