I thought it might be useful to start a separate thread listing the latest updates from the developers which include both bug fixes and enhancements. These are coming fairly quickly and are detailed enough that they tend clutter up our main discussion thread about the game.

@Kimi, this is just a suggested addition. If you think if would be better to fold this type of info into main thread, please feel free to consolidate this thread.

To kick things off, HotFix 0.1.6 (source here) mostly addresses Zois' reactions and conversations while in an "intense emotional state" to make their behavior feel more natural, plus some bug fixes.

The item "Fixed an issue where Zois would automatically switch to their rabbit hole work uniform even outside of working hours" is one that was especially bugging me. Glad to see the devs address it.

 

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[v0.1.6] Hotfix Details

A hotfix has been applied to improve stability and address known issues in inZOI.

Hello, Creators.
We would like to inform you that the following hotfix has been applied to inZOI. Please refer to the details below for more information.

◆ Hotfix Details

◽️ Patch Date: April 22nd, 2025
◽️ Game Version: 20250422.2471.W
 

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Gameplay Update

◽️ Conversation now reflects Zoi’s Primary Emotion

※ [inZOI Team’s Comment] Previously, Zoi’s conversations were primarily influenced by personality traits and chemistry with others. We’ve improved the system so that when a Zoi experiences one of 22 intense emotional states—such as euphoria, rage, or despair—their dialogue and behaviour now reflect that emotional context more naturally.
[Targeted Emotions] Excitement / Joy / Enthusiasm / Ecstasy / Elation / Laughter / Hysterical Laughter / Euphoria / Anger / Rage / Irritation / Discomfort / Displeasure / Humiliation / Embarrassment / Confusion / Fear / Dread / Surprise / Despair / Depression / Shock
This change reduces awkward interactions that don't match a Zoi’s emotional state. Now, when a Zoi is experiencing an intense emotion, their reactions will reflect it in a more immersive way. When emotions are less heightened, conversations will continue to flow naturally based on day-to-day chemistry between Zois.
You may also notice more intense or even aggressive behavior when Zois are overwhelmed by strong emotions. To keep things balanced, we plan to introduce systems in future updates that help Zois calm down more naturally.

◽️ Karma Interaction Improvements
1) Psycat Alerts Disabled

※ [inZOI Team’s Comment] Psycat alerts that appeared when the city’s karma level declined will no longer be shown. This change is intended to reduce the feeling of unnecessary judgment during negative situations and help players stay immersed.

2) Karma Rating Criteria Adjusted

※ [inZOI Team’s Comment] We’ve revised the evaluation scale from “slightly bad or lower / normal or higher” to “bad or lower / good”. This adjustment helps prevent overly frequent negative evaluations caused by minor fluctuations.

3) Reduced Frequency of Karma Choice Prompts

※ [inZOI Team’s Comment] Karma-related choices were appearing too often and interrupting the natural flow of gameplay. We've reduced their frequency to allow for a smoother, less disruptive experience.

4) New Conditions for Karma-Related Interactions

※ [inZOI Team’s Comment] Karma interactions will now consider a Zoi's emotional state and relationship dynamics, resulting in more immersive and context-aware dialogue.

5) 50% Decrease in Karma Interaction Selection Rate

※ [inZOI Team’s Comment] Karma-related interactions were occurring too frequently, sometimes triggering behaviour that felt out of place. We've decreased the selection rate by 50%, allowing karma changes to progress more gradually and in line with the game’s overall pacing.

 

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Bug Fixes

Gameplay

◽️ Fixed an Issue where time continued to pass if the “Play as Existing Family” option was selected in ghost mode and the “No Household Members” popup was left open.
◽️ Fixed an issue where pregnancy attempts were incorrectly handled when the household has 7 members.
◽️ Fixed an issue where MY Textures applied to walls, floors, or ceilings were displayed with incorrect materials.
◽️ Fixed an issue where applying a building preset containing deleted or missing AI textures did not properly remove the unavailable textures.

Ambition/Goal

◽️ Fixed an issue where only certain dialogue options were counted toward the “Have a Positive Conversation” mission.

Career and Interaction

◽️ Fixed an issue where a married NPC with jobs would automatically change back into their work uniform even after manually changing clothes.
◽️ Fixed an issue where Zois would automatically switch to their rabbit hole work uniform even outside of working hours.
◽️ Fixed an issue where queuing the “Propose Marriage” interaction with a Zoi in a set relationship would trigger moving in without completing the marriage.

Crash Fixes

◽️ Fixed a crash that could occur when editing color or material during Build or Create a Zoi mode.

※ [inZOI Team’s Comment] Alongside this fix, we’ve updated the way textures are sorted. All imported textures will now be added to the bottom of the list in descending order. Previously used textures will also follow this rule. For convenience, newly imported textures will now automatically scroll into view and be focused in the list. We hope this helps improve usability.

◽️ Fixed a crash that could occur when deleting a 3D print mesh while the Zoi was wearing a 3D print accessory in Build Mode.

We’ll continue working to make inZOI more stable and enjoyable for everyone.
Thank you, as always, for your continued support and valuable feedback.

The inZOI Team

 

 

Cahaya is coming! The DLC is expected to be released on August 20th. Honestly, I thought it would be a bit later since the live stream is on the 15th.

The main island (on the right) is where I think your Zois can live while they do things like farming, digging for gems and refining them, and of course fishing. All with an eye to selling your stuff at a vendor's stall. I hope we will also be able to do some of the current freelance careers like painting and writing.

To the left is the resort island (actually smaller than shown) where your Zois can relax at the resort or try various activities like snorkeling or visiting the Cat Temple of Fortune (of course ) Or even riding a motorcycle. Not sure if we'll be able to do that back in the main game worlds. I hope so.

The event page has more detail to explore. It's cute.

Below are some details from the devs, also available here.

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inZOI: Island Getaway Event Page & DLC Release Schedule
We're pleased to share the inZOI: Island Getaway event page, along with details on the DLC's release and pricing.

Hello, Creators.

Ahead of the launch of the new DLC, inZOI: Island Getaway, the official event page (https://cahaya.playinzoi.com) is now live.
It features a preview of the DLC's key features, plus details on special summer events to enhance your inZOI experience.

◆ inZOI: Island Getaway - Event Page Highlights

① Introducing Cahaya
Get a first look at Cahaya's main island and resort island through the event page.
This is just the beginning. More details will be revealed soon, so stay tuned!

② inZOI Summer Event
A limited-time summer event is on its way, offering not only in-game item rewards but real-world merchandise as well! Check out the event page for details on how to participate and what rewards are up for grabs!

③ Me in Cahaya Filter
Experience the vibe of Cahaya with our AR filter, now available on a dedicated page! With just one click, you can try it out for yourself now!

④ Influencer Challenge
Starting on August 15, a special influencer challenge will kick off in collaboration with inZOI! Stay tuned to see how they will take part and what kind of content they'll be making.
 

◆ inZOI: Island Getaway - Release Date & Pricing Info

The inZOI: Island Getaway DLC will be released on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 6:00 AM (UTC). It will be available for free to all players. Once released, anyone will be able to freely download and enjoy the DLC.

Get ready for a vibrant summer in inZOI, set on the radiant island of Cahaya.

Thank you,
The inZOI Team

August 20, 2025 at 6:00 AM (UTC) converts to 2 AM EDT if my calculations are correct. Don't think I'll get up that early. 

I like that it's free!!!

It's sort of strange. I don't think the overall looks matches what I've seen of InZoi so far. I'm going to check the event you linked now. After taking a look at the page, I still think it does not match the overall InZoi "atmosphere", but I like it VERY much! 

That was a promise made by the devs, that any DLC developed during early access would be free. Latecomers will have to pay for it I guess. 

The art style is definitely more, umm, playful I guess you could call it. But we don't know if those graphics will be used in the  game. They are sort of like the map view of a game world but maybe they were just created as inspirational / promotional images rather than to be actually used in the game. Certainly once you get down to street level with your Zoi I think it will look a lot different.

In the little window explaining the resort's facilities there's screenshot of a Zoi getting a massage. Instead of a towel, she seems to be wearing a bath robe of some sort. My prediction -- after the DLC is released, within an hour there will be a mod to remove the robe. 

The Cahaya livestream was pretty good, it showed interesting new bits and pieces. The version with English subtitles is available here. Go to the 12-minute mark to skip the countdown intro. In addition, this "Walking in Cahaya" video shows a lot of the new territory.

Something cool is that the new activities not just for Cahaya. The devs have tried hard to include them in the existing worlds too.

•   riding motorbikes & scooters
•   swimming in pools and the surface of ocean, but snorkel diving appears limited to spots where they've built underwater scenery.
•   farming, digging for gems and refining them

There are various player controlled boats, you can even fish from them.

To address player complaints of not enough to do in the existing worlds, the August 20th update also includes many additional locations with stuff to do. Not sure if these are just more of the same or new types of activities. I need to watch the livestream again. The update also includes a revised user interface which is supposed to make a Zoi's feelings and current state more apparent. We'll see. Also, the little icons you see in map view for properties you can visit? Those now appear in the actual game world. I hope we can turn them off when desired, I suspect all those icons might clutter up your view of the world.

You can redeem codes to get three little goodies to use in Cahaya and elsewhere.

1. Start your game and get your UID, found in Options --> Game Information --> UID
2. Copy the huge UID code.
3. Go to the redemption site and fill out the form, pasting in your UID and entering the item codes below.
4. Item codes are HELLOCAHAYA for a beach chair, WELCOMETOCAHAYA for a tropical style rug, and HAVEFUNINCAHAYA for a beach campfire.
5. The trinkets will not appear in your game until the update arrives on August 20th.

There's a new official inZOI forum. Probably will be easier to find info there than via Discord.

Only five days until the update drops! 

Oh, Klinn!!!! Thank you so very much for this detailed comment of the stream and the new world and feats!!!! Thank you, @Klinn 

I'm getting those goodies, too!!! Thanks! 

Thanks for the codes & the details of the stream

This DLC brought back memories of Sims 3 expansion packs, specifically Island Paradise. Took me about 20 minutes to find out where I had stashed away my TS3 disks. Thought I would compare it to inZOI's Island Getaway aka Cahaya.

TS3's Island Paradise EP was released in June 2013. Main features:

• added the new world of Isla Paradiso
• added resorts, scuba diving, lifeguard career, mermaids
• houseboats, sailboats, and others
• activities like building sand castles, walking on hot coals
• new clothing, furniture, and decor items
• some revised gameplay systems

Pretty similar in scope to inZOI's Cahaya. TS3 Island Paradise was $40 CDN in 2013 (equiv $55 today) versus Cahaya = free! Although the Cahaya expansion may eventually become a paid DLC once the game is officially released, unknown at this point.

Kinda feels like history repeating itself! 

I was thinking something similar when I saw that Zoi diving into the sea. I am very glad they have added so many features into the game at this stage, and the activities should add depth to the game, too.

I have made a new test couple that I want to be able to try Cahaya with. Ah!! The possibilities for story telling with Zois being able to act like castaways in a place that actually allows the scenery to support the story!!! I am in truth, very excited.  

 

Aaaaand, free Cahaya expansion!!! YES!!!! 

The devs are warning that older saves may not be completely compatible with some of the new features:

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Due to compatibility issues, some new features and content will be unavailable on preexisting save files. This includes features related to city expansions and updated systems, which can only be properly accessed on new save files.

"City expansions" I guess may refer to the additional locations in the existing cities (more shops, added pools). Hopefully they will provide more details when the update is released. Also, the text translations may not be complete. The full announcement is here.

Perhaps preparing a new pair of roommates for island life may have been wasted effort on my part. I'll try them anyway and see what happens.

 

Do you mean preparing them as in skilling them? 

I just made a new couple of Zois precisely for the update. I've not played them except for placing them in a house in Bliss Bay or whatever it's called. But that save will not work for the update, right? Maybe I could take the Zois from the 'library' and place them again after the update, and then the new features will be available, if I understood right?

I think you've got it exactly right. After the update you'll want to start a new game again with a new family composed of Zois using the same presets.

And yes, I meant "preparing" my current Zois by improving their skills, especially gardening. Oh well, the time I spent playing them wasn't entirely wasted -- I accidentally got the whole 'girl turns bad and goes to jail' story out of it.  Dunno if there's a jail in Cahaya. Maybe they banish miscreants to one of those deserted islands.

 

Edit: Now this cool. For this Cahaya teaser it looks like they used inZOI-generated video and post-processed it to give the hand drawn illustration effect, then added some special animated bits. Plus a very catchy song. Enjoy!

It was very nice, thanks! I especially like how it did NOT look too vernacular. In fact, I could think the character was a guy from any number of not Asian-centered places. LOVED THAT!!!

I must find the right channel to keep communicating my interest on a not too culturally delimited InZoi game and its features. Ahh! The future holds hope!

I would suggest posting on the new official inZOI Forum. They have a Wishlist section that your thoughts / preferences would probably fit into nicely.

A huge update accompanies the release of the Cahaya DLC. Too much to post here but this Steam page provides all the details.

Haven't tried it yet but here are a few things that caught my eye:

• Updating is a two step process: first update the game via the usual Steam process, then go to the game's DLC page and download & install the free Cahaya DLC.
• "The ratio of negative conversations has also been adjusted to create a more balanced emotional flow". Hopefully 'balanced' means fewer negative drops in relationship.
• New skills: swimming, fishing, handiwork (e.g. refining gems), collecting
• Can now buy used cars for 1/2 original price. Don't know if there are any disadvantages to a used vehicle like breaking down or ?
• Can store extra food in the fridge. Yay!
• Can have group meals, but setting the table is designed for 1 person or 4 people. No romantic dinners for two.
• "Socks are automatically removed when wearing flip-flops or slippers". Uh-oh, now your octogenarian can't wander around in sandals and knee-high black socks. 🙂
• Can add a pool in Build Mode and swim in it. Yay!
• Mods are automatically deactivated at first, and may need a minor update to work.

Edit: There's already been a quick hotfix to bring the game up to version 0.3.1:

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◆ Hotfix Details

◽️ Patch Date: August 20th, 2025

◽️ Game Version: 

• Windows PC Steam : 20250820.6849.W

• Mac Steam : 20250820.6851.M

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Bug Fixes

• Fixed an issue where “Deliver” could not be used at the Resale Store

• Fixed an issue where Zoi could not move if the purchase popup was quickly closed with the ESC key during the “Purchase” interaction

• (Mac Only) Fixed an issue where the Canvas in-game browser’s detailed post page displayed abnormally

• (Mac Only) Fixed an issue where the applied resolution was not set correctly on first game launch or after resetting options

※ You can check the issues we’re currently investigating on the Known Issues page.  

If you encounter any problems while playing, please report them anytime via the inZOI Forums.

 

I was just reading about it on Steam, and yes it's MASSIVE though looks like they packed quite a bit from our feedback into it, which I'm pretty glad of.  Getting ready to start a new game now & try to play with the new shiny

Thank you, @Klinn!!

Like Fire said, I'll try it with a new save.

A friend of mine installed an app on my pc to help me check if the RAM or the Graphics card results insufficient for InZoi, and which could help me see what I'd need to improve to run it without crashing. 

Hmm, I guess Steam is down? Can't connect to the page you linked, and can't connect to my store page.

Red, hopefully you're able to connect to Steam now? Occasionally the server hamster seems to go out for a coffee break. 

Another hotfix has dropped bringing the game up to version 0.3.2. Details below or on this page.

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We would like to inform you that the following hotfix has been applied to inZOI. Please refer to the details below for more information.

◆ Hotfix Details

◽️ Patch Date: August 22th, 2025
◽️ Game Version: 
    Windows PC Steam :20250822.6919.W
    Mac Steam : 20250822.6920.M

Bug Fixes

Gameplay

    Fixed an issue where Zoi could occasionally not be selected or certain interactions were unavailable
    Fixed an issue where abnormal screens were temporarily displayed or the City Map screen repeatedly appeared during City Trips.
    Fixed an issue where Zoi, the Resale Store owner in the traveled city, did not appear after City Trips.
    Fixed an infinite loading issue when attempting City Trips after pressing the City Map shortcut key (M) while the City Trips popup was open.
    → In addition, pressing the ESC key will now close the City Trips popup.
    Fixed an issue where Zoi would not move when continuing a game saved during the "Deliver" interaction in the Resale Store.
    Fixed an issue where some interaction icons did not appear during the Turtlebot Race at the Cahaya Resort.
    Fixed an issue where the time-skip popup did not close and repeated infinitely when continuing after saving during a traffic accident.

Build

    Fixed an issue where placing stairs also created a hole on the upper floor.
    Fixed an issue where the new background was not applied when entering mannequin appearance editing in the Build Studio.
    Fixed an issue where funds would go into negative values when expanding a swimming pool without sufficient funds.

Character

    Fixed an issue where infants occasionally displayed abnormal appearances during adoption.

Mods

    Improved detection and automatic disabling of incompatible Mods

※ For game stability, all mods will be automatically disabled when updates or patches are applied. You can reactivate them afterwards, so please keep this in mind.
※ You can check the issues we’re currently investigating on the Known Issues page.  
If you encounter any problems while playing, please report them anytime via the inZOI Forums.
As always, you can also share issues through the following channels:
    inZOI Support Page / Official Discord / Steam Discussions

We’ll continue working to make inZOI more stable and enjoyable for everyone.
Thank you, as always, for your continued support and valuable feedback.

The inZOI Team

 

Take note of that last bit about automatically disabling mods. When starting up the game again be sure to go into the Mods section and reactivate them.

 

Edit: After having gone through the song and dance of reactivating the mods I'm using, my feeling is that the devs are being overly aggressive in disabling your mods for any update. I can see the two sides of this:

1) If mods are not disabled and they now cause problems with the update, players will tend to blame the devs and complain the game is broken even though it's the mod at fault.

2) However to deactivate mods, 3rd party mods in particular, the devs, without your permission, edit some of the mod's files and also may rename some of the files. This seems too aggressive in my opinion.

it's not too bad if all you use are mods from the Canvas thing, but that is quite limited. The devs seem to be stating that 3rd party mods are not welcome. Quite a change from the TS3 world I'm used to.

Thank you for your perspective on the disabling of mods, @Klinn I find it informative and useful.

About the issue I was having, the friend who installed the app to check the resources was working on a network that required him to use a manual IP and he forgot to change it back or let me know. We chatted on Wednesday evening about the issue I was having, he fortunately remembered, and now, all is fine. I just haven't found the time to update and test yet, but here's the weekend!!!! 

Another small hotfix has dropped bring the game up to Ver 0.3.3. Note that if you apply it and run the game, you'll get that warning message about mods which means you'll have to re-enable your mods again. Sigh.
 

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[v0.3.3] Hotfix Details
A hotfix has been applied to improve stability and address known issues in inZOI.

Hello, Creators.

We would like to inform you that the following hotfix has been applied to inZOI. Please refer to the details below for more information.

◆ Hotfix Details
◽️ Patch Date: August 25th, 2025
◽️ Game Version: Windows PC Steam : 20250825.6945.W

Bug Fixes
    (Windows Only) Fixed an issue where frame drops could occur in the lobby after exiting the in-game mod browser intermittently.

※ For game stability, all mods will be automatically disabled when updates or patches are applied. You can reactivate them afterwards, so please keep this in mind.

※ You can check the issues we’re currently investigating on the Known Issues page.  
If you encounter any problems while playing, please report them anytime via the inZOI Forums.
As always, you can also share issues through the following channels:
    inZOI Support Page / Official Discord / Steam Discussions
We’ll continue working to make inZOI more stable and enjoyable for everyone.

Thank you, as always, for your continued support and valuable feedback.
The inZOI Team

 

 

Yet another slightly bigger bug fix has been released bringing the game up to Ver 0.3.4.  As usual, when first running the game after applying the patch you'll need to re-enable any mods you're using.
 

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[v0.3.4] Hotfix Details
A hotfix has been applied to improve stability and address known issues in inZOI.

Hello, Creators.
We would like to inform you that the following hotfix has been applied to inZOI. Please refer to the details below for more information.

◆ Hotfix Details

◽️ Patch Date: August 29th, 2025
◽️ Game Version: 
    Windows PC Steam :  20250828.7048.W
    Mac Steam : 20250828.7047.M

Bug Fixes

    Adjusted death probability from natural disasters
    → Fixed an issue where Zois would die too frequently from events like heat waves, as reported by Creators.

    Fixed an issue where some street vendor NPCs in Cahaya would not appear after the season changed
    → For save files where the issue has already occurred, NPCs will resume going to work within up to 7 in-game days.

    Fixed an issue where completed Urges would occasionally remain stuck on the list
    → When loading a save file where the issue had occurred, previously completed Urges may still remain on the list. They will disappear after some time.

    Fixed an issue where doing “Ask to Do Laundry” as a child Zoi would not actually clean the clothes

    Fixed an issue where the “Share Accommodation Password” conversation was incorrectly categorized under “Conflict”
    → This conversation can now be found under “Affection.” Share your password with other Zois and enjoy the accommodation together.

    Fixed an issue where some Cahaya build objects were placed on certain public properties in Bliss Bay

    Fixed an issue where no hole was created when placing ladders.

    (Mac Only) Fixed an issue where capture-only objects would appear in Build Studio

※ For game stability, all mods will be automatically disabled when updates or patches are applied. You can reactivate them afterwards, so please keep this in mind.

※ You can check the issues we’re currently investigating on the Known Issues page.
If you encounter any problems while playing, please report them anytime via the inZOI Forums.

As always, you can also share issues through the following channels:
    inZOI Support Page / Official Discord / Steam Discussions

We’ll continue working to make inZOI more stable and enjoyable for everyone.
Thank you, as always, for your continued support and valuable feedback.

The inZOI Team

 

Another bug fix has been released with the game now at Ver 0.3.5. Mods need to be re-enabled after running the game for the first time after patching.

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[v0.3.5] Hotfix Details
A hotfix has been applied to improve stability and address known issues in inZOI.

Hello, Creators.

We would like to inform you that the following hotfix has been applied to inZOI. Please refer to the details below for more information.

◆ Hotfix Details

◽️ Patch Date: September 3rd, 2025

◽️ Game Version: 

    Windows PC Steam : 20250902.7159.W

    Mac Steam : 20250903.7170.M

Gameplay Update

    Improved the “Share accommodation password” interaction when checking into resorts in Cahaya.

    ※ [inZOI Team’s Comment] This has been improved so that Zois who have not checked in can ask Zois who did for the password. The sharing scope has also been expanded beyond family to include housemates, partners, and fiancés.

    Increased the chance of obtaining a “Whale Shark” through fishing in Cahaya.

    ※ [inZOI Team’s Comment] We have expanded the previously low-probability areas and added new zones. Now, you can search for whale sharks in a much larger area.

    (Mac Only) Adjusted warning message frequency when MacBook power cable is disconnected.

    ※ [inZOI Team’s Comment] This message was added to inform players of potential performance degradation when the power cable is not connected. However, since it was confirmed to appear too frequently, the interval has been adjusted to display only once every three hours.

Bug Fixes

    Fixed an issue where infinite loading could occur when traveling to another city after a family member was deceased.

    Fixed an issue where some street vendor NPCs in Dowon and Bliss Bay would intermittently fail to show up for work during gameplay.

    Fixed an issue where the retail shop NPC may intermittently fail to show up for work and instead wander the streets.
    → NPCs will now always be present at the retail shop.

    Fixed  an issue where retail shop NPC outfits become dirty.

    Made an improvement where retail shop NPCs’ needs recover naturally.

    Fixed an issue where at the ‘Bumi Indah House’ property, when a child Zoi asked to do laundry using the washing machine, the message ‘Another Zoi is using it’ appeared even when it was not in use.

    Fixed an issue where pregnant Zoi occasionally could not give birth.

    Fixed an issue where certain babies’ hair appeared missing on the ‘Adoption’ screen.

    Fixed an issue where tomato pasta made with certain tomatoes could not be eaten or stored in the refrigerator.

    Fixed an issue where the ‘OK’ button in the reward popup was displayed in Korean.

※ For game stability, all mods will be automatically disabled when updates or patches are applied. You can reactivate them afterwards, so please keep this in mind.

※ You can check the issues we’re currently investigating on the Known Issues page.  

If you encounter any problems while playing, please report them anytime via the inZOI Forums.

As always, you can also share issues through the following channels:

    inZOI Support Page / Official Discord / Steam Discussions

We’ll continue working to make inZOI more stable and enjoyable for everyone.

Thank you, as always, for your continued support and valuable feedback.

The inZOI Team

 

Unfortunately Build Mode is still essentially unusable with the screwed up selection of items in lists. Affects other game lists, such as choosing a painting to create, but interferes much more when trying to use Build Mode. Sigh.

Another bug fix has been release bring the game up to Ver. 0.3.6. As usual, mods will have to be re-enabled after running the patched game for the first time.

A full list of the fixes below, but here's the big one for me:

    "Fixed an issue where auto-scrolling in Build Mode made it difficult to select furniture."

Thank goodness! That makes Build Mode usable again. Yay!

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[v0.3.6] Hotfix Details
A hotfix has been applied to improve stability and address known issues in inZOI.

Hello, Creators.

We would like to inform you that the following hotfix has been applied to inZOI. Please refer to the details below for more information.

◆ Hotfix Details
◽️ Patch Date: September 11th, 2025
◽️ Game Version: 
    Windows PC Steam : 20250910.7320
    Mac Steam : 20250911.7339.M

Bug Fixes

Gameplay

    Fixed an issue in Cahaya where Zois would not go to school if the commute time and school start time did not align
    → Please note that when continuing from affected save files, this fix will take effect up to 7 in-game days later.
    Fixed an intermittent issue where events were being canceled in the Schedule Editor.
    Fixed an issue where a Zoi would automatically quit their rabbit hole job when a “Get Married” conversation was initiated.
    Fixed an intermittent issue where rewards were not granted after successful fishing.
    Fixed an issue where crop moisture levels would rapidly decrease and crops would wither quickly even after watering.
    Fixed an issue where dust generated from fire could not be removed using the “Clean” interaction.
    Fixed an intermittent issue where a Zoi’s residential property appeared as an empty property.
    → This issue may still appear when continuing from already affected save files, but does not occur in save files created after the September 11 hotfix.
    → If the issue persists in an existing save file, it can be resolved by using the “Move Zoi Between Families” feature in Edit City > All Families List.
    Fixed an issue where some Zois would stand still without fulfilling any needs.
    Fixed an issue where completed urges were not removed from the UI when fulfilled by a Zoi that is not currently being played.
    Fixed an issue where the “Eat” interaction was not available for some food items at the Cahaya Resort.
    → This issue has been fixed for food items in non-residential lots.
    Fixed an issue where a deceased Zoi who had a relationship prior to death would continue to send text messages.
    Fixed an intermittent issue where certain features would behave abnormally during City Travel.
    Fixed an intermittent issue where lights may intermittently flicker on streets or properties.
    Fixed an issue where Zois would refuse to engage in conversations or certain interactions may not function as intended when using mods that modify specific data.

Build Mode

    Fixed an issue where auto-scrolling in Build Mode made it difficult to select furniture.
    Fixed an issue where the floor in the hallway of Adam Entertainment was not visible.
    Fixed an issue where the turtle figure object could not be placed on small or medium display shelves.

Canvas

    Fixed an issue where no error popup was shown when uploading a preset with file path errors.
    Fixed an issue where downloads would not start after launching the game when scheduling a download via the web Canvas.

※ For game stability, all mods will be automatically disabled when updates or patches are applied. You can reactivate them afterwards, so please keep this in mind.
※ You can check the issues we’re currently investigating on the Known Issues page.  
If you encounter any problems while playing, please report them anytime via the inZOI Forums.
As always, you can also share issues through the following channels:
    inZOI Support Page / Official Discord / Steam Discussions

We’ll continue working to make inZOI more stable and enjoyable for everyone.
Thank you, as always, for your continued support and valuable feedback.

The inZOI Team

 

 That seems like an awful lot of bug and hot fixes in such a short amount of time.

You're most welcome Red!

FzzyDg, the quantity of fixes may just be because they're catching up with the backlog. Who knows. I did get a chuckle out of this fix:

• Fixed an issue where a deceased Zoi who had a relationship prior to death would continue to send text messages.

That would be amusing, receiving a text message 'from beyond the grave' so to speak. 

 

Imagine if the Zoi that is alive had already moved on!!!! 

After that big October update I posted over in the wrong thread (sorry) there have been a couple of minor bug patches.

Most recently, one bringing the game up to Ver 0.4.2 consisting mostly of bug fixes. Full details here. The only one that really affected me was this one:

• Fixed an issue where children participating in the “Trick or Treat” event did not return home properly after the event ended.

Yay! No kiddies hanging around after midnight getting up to no good. 

Glad to see the little monsters will now leave your Zoi's house!!!

Another hotfix was released today bringing the game up to Ver. 0.4.3. Details below and can be found on this page.

 

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[v0.4.3] Hotfix Details

A hotfix has been applied to improve stability and address known issues in inZOI.

◆ Hotfix Details

◽️ Patch Date: November 11, 2025

Improvements

• Improved so that downloaded textures are displayed in MY Texture again

  ※ [inZOI Team Comment] In the October v0.4.0 Update, we changed the system so that externally downloaded textures would no longer appear in the MY Texture list to improve stability and performance. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this caused. In response to the feedback, externally downloaded textures have been restored to the MY Texture list. You can once again view and use downloaded textures directly from Canvas, just as before.

• Adjusted the brightness of night lighting to prevent the surroundings from appearing too dark or gloomy

• Improved Food consumption and drink interactions so they do not exceed 30 minutes

• Improved so you can organize multiple plates or books at once.

• When continuing from a save file, newly created properties are now automatically updated

• Added an ‘Update site manually’ button to Game Options

  • You can use the "Update site manually" button in the Game Options → Gameplay → Other category

• During dates, the partner Zoi will be automatically selected as a Team Up Interaction target

• During a housewarming event, you can choose interactions such as 'Greet' or 'Receive a gift'

• Improved so that trash does not accumulate excessively in the home of a Zoi with the Lazy person trait

  ※ This fix only applies to games started with “New Game”

Bug Fixes

Gameplay

• Fixed an issue where crops withered too quickly

• Fixed an issue where an abnormally large number of NPC Zois visited during certain events

• Fixed an issue where 'Kiddy Guards' event interactions did not activate with distant objects in the Bliss Bay area

• Fixed an issue where Zoi with a high fishing level experienced an unusually high failure rate when attempting boat fishing, regardless of their skill level

• Fixed an issue where food was not created after paying for Bibimbap at Down Deli

• Fixed an issue where toddler needs requests would occur excessively if not resolved in time

• Fixed an issue where Zoi who lacked needs or recognition fell into a 'Devastated' state and had difficulty recovering their needs

• Fixed an issue where irrelevant motion of Zoi was triggered in surprise situations

• Fixed an issue where scheduled meetings between Zoi via message would sometimes not be properly registered

• Fixed an issue where some foods appeared as empty plates when applying a mod that modified the Food.json file

• Fixed an issue where the emotional suppression effect of Meow Store donuts was not applied properly

• Fixed an issue where mirrors flickered excessively in Low-spec Mode

  • For low-spec PCs, the default settings for 'Game Options' → 'Ray Tracing' will be set to Off

Character

• Fixed an issue where senior-specific motions did not play when changing a Zoi’s age group to Senior in CAZ

• Fixed an issue where outfits were not displayed under the [Connect] category

Build Mode

• Fixed an issue where customizing the stair tread did not apply to the stair landing

• Fixed an issue where customized stair wall settings were reset when continuing from a saved file

• Fixed an issue where AI Build could not be used on high-end AMD graphics cards

Mod

• Fixed an issue where Language Mods were not applied when accessing Options from the lobby

• Fixed an issue where applied Language Mods were deactivated after restarting the game

• Fixed an issue where the list of automatically disabled mods was not displayed in the crash notification popup caused by a Mod Crash

Crash

• Fixed an issue where a crash occurred while attaching or detaching accessories on the 3D Printer

※ For game stability, all mods will be automatically disabled when updates or patches are applied. You can reactivate them afterwards, so please keep this in mind.

This fixes a fair number of issues. The one that affects my game the most is "Fixed an issue where crops withered too quickly". Too quickly is an understatement. As soon as you planted new crops they were instantly "withered" and could never be revived. Some of the other bugs I had read about in the forum but never experienced them in my game.

Thank you for the update, Klinn!

No problem Kimi! I think I'm the only inmate still playing inZOI but I hope the updates might still prove of interest to others.

3 hours ago, Klinn said:

I hope the updates might still prove of interest to others.

They definitely are interesting and very helpful.  While I have not yet committed to playing, I do have plans to play at some future point in time.  Your efforts are not in vain!

Dear @Klinn, your updates are super important to me, thank you for keep sharing them.

I definitely need a more recent graphics card to play InZoi without crashes, and that is not in the horizon for me yet. I appreciate whatever you siwh to share about the game and its improvements! 

Another small hotfix has been released bringing the game up to Ver 0.4.4. Nothing too earthshaking but good to see they're still trying to squash bugs. Details below and official list can be found here.
 

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Hello, Creators.

We would like to inform you that the following hotfix has been applied to inZOI. Please refer to the details below for more information.

◆ Hotfix Details

◽️ Patch Date: November 19th, 2025

Improvements

    Adjusted the frequency of thought bubbles and made them appear more contextually appropriate.
    Improved so that all dishes can be cleared at once if two hours have passed after a meal.

Bug Fixes

Gameplay

    Fixed an issue where Zois would not clean the house due to House Cleanliness not decreasing.
    Fixed an issue where crowd Zois repeatedly changed outfits when passing by the beach.
    Fixed an issue where crowd Zois automatically changed into swimwear during snowy or rainy weather when passing by the beach.

Build Mode

    Fixed an issue where the floor tile size reset to the default value when loading a save file after changing the floor tile size.
    Fixed an issue where deleting a deck placed over floor tiles would also remove the underlying floor tiles.
    Fixed an issue where the search autocomplete list did not work in the Property Presets tab in Build Mode.

UI/UX

    Fixed an issue where main UI elements such as portrait, Needs, Emotions, and Urges overlapped when starting a new game or continuing from a save file.
    Fixed an issue where UI elements could not be moved or placed in certain positions when continuing from a save file.
    Fixed an issue where previously set UI layout changed when continuing from a save file.
    Fixed an issue where selecting 'Reset to Default' in Game Options incorrectly displayed the 'Property Reset' popup.
    (Mac Only) Fixed an issue where the Rabbithole Skip screen was displayed abnormally.

Other Issues

    Fixed an issue where executing 'Update Site Manually' from the Options menu in the lobby caused infinite loading.

※ For game stability, all mods will be automatically disabled when updates or patches are applied. You can reactivate them afterwards, so please keep this in mind.

 

They still haven't fixed the "city bus randomly appears embedded in my house" bug which never occurred to me personally but I found amusing. Example here. The ultimate in door to door service! 

That is not only a regular bus! It's a limousine service to the airport!!! Right on your floor!!! You don't even need to get down in the elevator to get it!!! What else could you hope for in service?? 

The quality of the videos makes it even more sublime!!!! 

I also appreciate your continued feedback/input on InZoi; I still have it installed & hope eventually when I load the game I'll be able to feel more immersed the currently do.

So thank you for keeping us in the loop, truly.

No problem Firestaar, although my play time with inZOI is slipping I want to keep up with news about the game. I keep hoping to read that the devs have decided not to layer on yet more stuff but instead make what's there bug-free and useful.

 

16 hours ago, RedMallie said:

What else could you hope for in service? 

How about a helicopter on the apartment roof? Or in the living room? Wait, I know! I want a jet pack! 

 

 

3 hours ago, Klinn said:

I want a jet pack! 

Ooooh! VERY TS3 style, huh? 

Another little big fix was issued yesterday bringing the game up to version 0.4.5. Details below and here.

Nothing too earth shattering. Remember that as usual mods have to be reactivated after patching. Sigh.

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We would like to inform you that the following hotfix has been applied to inZOI. Please refer to the details below for more information.
◆ Hotfix Details

◽️ Patch Date: November 26th, 2025

◽️ Game Version: 

• Windows PC Steam : 20251125.8988.W

• Mac Steam : 20251125.8989.M

• Mac App Store : 5.4.23 (0.211) / 20251125.8990.M

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Improvements

• Improved icon display on property notification boards to better reflect the nature of each visit event. 

• Adjusted text message frequency so players no longer receive an excessive number of messages on the first day when starting a New Game.

• Improved so that Outlaw-trait Zois no longer performs the "Steal" interaction autonomously.

Bug Fixes

• Fixed an issue where need recovery and interaction speed did not align correctly when changing the day length setting.

• Fixed an issue where Zois took too long to autonomously fulfill bathroom and hunger needs.

• Fixed an issue where crops would stop growing properly when the camera was zoomed out beyond a certain distance.

• Fixed an issue where Zois would gain the “Successful Divorce” emotion even after a failed “Divorce” conversation.

• Fixed an issue where Zois could use the POS machine at the Sodam Diner in Dowon even if they were not staff.

• Fixed an issue where umbrellas could be stored in the inventory.

• Fixed an issue where crashes could occur intermittently under specific conditions.

※ For game stability, all mods will be automatically disabled when updates or patches are applied. You can reactivate them afterwards, so please keep this in mind.

 

There have been so many patches in the last few weeks. I'm glad they are keeping up on these. 

In a way I am totally glad to see they are releasing fix after fix after fix, but on the other hand, I wonder if waiting a bit longer to test the fixes together would help more?

Today is the big drop. Lots of stuff has been added, improved, and fixed. Here's a teaser video with lots of dancing as usual.  The game is now up to version 0.5.0.

Besides activities related to the current holidays, they've added the ability for your Zoi to run their own business and made a large overhaul of the crime systems. Maybe Rob Redemption should take a new journey back into a life of crime?  Here's an abbreviated list of the major changes:

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[v0.5.0] Patch Notes
Take a look at the new features and improvements introduced in v0.5.0.

Patch Date: December 23, 2025

Holiday Festival
The holidays are coming to inZOI! Visit each city's main parks to experience a limited-time exclusive festival featuring themed booths, gifts, and more!

Enjoy the festivities with snacks, gift boxes, and various activities that will make your Zoi's holidays even more enriching!

※ This event can be accessed by signing in to the game after the update and ends at midnight on January 31, 2026 (all local times).

    Choir Performances

• Choirs will sing carols in each city's main park, filling the world with festive cheer.
• Locations: Central Park (Dowon) / Liberty Square (Bliss Bay) / Barat Beach (Cahaya)
• Time Available: 12:15 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

    Festival Gifts

• During the Holiday Festival, special gifts will be delivered to your home.
• Festival Starter Gift: When you accept the festival announcement text message, 5 Holiday Festival Gift Boxes will be delivered to your home. Open these boxes to receive up to 19 different build items.
• Special Midnight Gifts: 1 Holiday Festival Special Gift Box will be delivered at midnight on the first and second nights of the festival. Open these boxes to receive up to 3 different build items.

    Festival Booths

• Special booths will be open during the Holiday Festival. These booths can be found in the main park of each city.
• Snack Booth: Offers winter-themed snacks including candy canes, hot chocolate, and gingerbread cookies.
• Gift Booth: Sells Holiday Festival Gift Boxes that grant up to 32 different limited edition building items, including garland decorations.
• Ingredients Booth: Sells up to 3 different crafting kits that can be used to make your own cookies, including the Cookie Man Crafting Kit.

    Weather Notice

• During the Holiday Festival, the weather will not change automatically.
• The special effects shown in event interactions are designed to pair well with snowy weather.

            You can make it snow by using the City Appearance feature in City Map.

Business Gameplay: Boss From Now On
With this update, Zois can now open and run their own businesses. Choose a business preset to set the types of services and activities supported by your business. Take on various managerial duties, from hiring and paying employees to finding a customer base.

Start your own business today!

Business Presets

• [Business Types] Select presets based on business types to automatically set customer activity. Different presets are available for various types of businesses, including cafes, bakeries, restaurants, and bars, and each preset automatically configures a management environment suited to that business type.
• [Business Activities] Use the Manage Business menu to select presets based on the services provided by your business. These presets will automatically set activities to match your establishment's needs, from "Drink Coffee", "Eat" and "Read a Book" for cafes to "Order" and "Drink a Beverage" for restaurants.

            ※ More business presets will be added in future updates.

Franchise Management

• [Multiple Store Management] Multiple businesses can be owned by a single household, allowing players to run several establishments within the same industry or a franchise that spans multiple industries.
• [Managing Businesses] Businesses are managed independently of property, allowing them to be moved to other properties or passed on to the household’s eldest member upon marriage or separation.

Employees

• [Employee Hiring and Placement] You can hire acquaintances or household members as employees. As your business level increases, you will be able to hire more employees. Select an employee to view their main skills and assign them tasks that suit them best, be it kitchen duties for Zois with excellent cooking skills or service roles for those with rhetoric skills.

            ※ If a hired employee already has an existing job, they will automatically resign from it before joining your business.

• [Salaries]Employee salaries are calculated based on business level, salary rank, and working hours and are paid out after business hours. Employees can negotiate salaries through conversations, and long working hours may affect your relationships with them.
• [Employee Autonomy]Employees will automatically perform tasks assigned to them, including taking orders, cooking, preparing drinks, displaying items, handling payments, cleaning, making repairs, and watching the counter as needed.

            ※ Employees must be Young Adults or older and will automatically clock in and out according to business hours.

Business Operations

• [Manage Business Hours] Businesses open on set business days and hours. Business hours can be set to carry over to the following day.
• [End of Day Operations and Accounting] At the end of each business day, both employees and customers will automatically vacate the premises. Profits will also be calculated and logged at this time.

Customers

• [Customer Visits] Customers will automatically visit your establishment during business hours, staying for a set duration to use the services provided. Businesses with higher values will attract more customers.
• [Target Clientele] Attract the customer base that best suits your business by setting the age group of your target clientele.

Satisfaction Management

• [Customer Satisfaction] Customer satisfaction serves as a key indicator of business value growth and is measured based on various factors, including your relationship with the business owner, furniture quality, suitable prices, the frequency of using business activity services, employee responsiveness, and overall service quality.
• [Real-Time Feedback] Customer satisfaction will be displayed in real-time through customer thought bubbles. Customer reviews shown at the end of each business day also serve as a source of detailed feedback. You can also ask customers for “Feedback” or gather tips by using the self-interaction option or by selecting “Search for Tips to Improve Customer Satisfaction” on a computer.

Profit Management

• [Automated Settlement] Profits are calculated and logged at the end of each business day. Each business's total income, total expenses, and net profit can be viewed in the Profit Summary menu, allowing you to adjust your business strategy accordingly.
• [Flexible Pricing] Service costs can be set in tiers from the Manage Business menu, allowing you to apply discounts or premium pricing to entrance fees and item prices.

            ※ Higher business values lead to higher customer expectations, increasing the basic level of service demanded by customers.

Running a Successful Business

• [Customer Attraction and Service] The success of your business rests on your ability to attract and satisfy customers. Boost customer satisfaction and business value by placing the right furniture, using the right employees, and setting the right prices.
• [Business Value Growth] The value of your business increases according to the level of customer satisfaction. Businesses with higher values attract more customers, allowing you to hire more employees and expand your business even further.

            ※ Higher business values lead to higher customer expectations, increasing the basic level of service demanded by customers.

    ※ You cannot use City Travel if you are engaged in any business-related activities.
        This includes owning a business property, having a registered business, or being employed by a business.
         To use City Travel, you must sell all businesses and business properties, or resign from your business employment. 

Crime
Not all Zois have to lead honest lives. With this update, Zois can now scam and steal their way into a life of crime, opening the door to a path paved in both danger and delight.

※ Crime-related features are currently in the early stages of development and will be updated with additional content in the future. Currently, only Young Adult and older Zois can commit crimes.

Thieves

• Become a thief and break into property to steal items!
• Various thief interactions have been added, including "Pick Door Lock", "Break Down Door", "Open Safe", and "Sabotage Surveillance Camera".
• The success rates of thief interactions are influenced by Handiwork, Programming, and Fitness skills.
• Some properties may have traps such as surveillance cameras and alarms installed.

Scammers

• Scam other Zois for a chance to strike it rich!
• Various scammer interactions have been added, including "Attempt Voice Phishing", "Scam In-Game Items", "Impersonate Charity Worker", and "Hold Fake Seminar".
• The success rates of scammer interactions are influenced by the Rhetoric and Critical Thinking skills.

Crime Interactions
        Zois that meet one or more of the following conditions will unlock the first crime interaction available at Crime Skill Lv.0:

• Owns 2,000 Mew or less, or is struggling due to excessive debt
• Is under significant psychological stress from lack of family support or ongoing family conflict
• Has the Rulebreaker trait or the Malicious characteristic

Suspicious Job Agency

• The Suspicious Job Agency has been added, allowing Zois to take on shady jobs and collect crime information.
• Use the Agency's Bulletin Board to purchase crime information.

Crime Scores

• When a Zoi witnesses a crime, they will report it to the police. The responding officers may then issue an immediate fine or take the Zoi into custody.
• Performing crime interactions increases a Zoi's crime score. 

Wanted Status

• Thieves who successfully escape the scene of a crime may be placed under a wanted notice for one day and will be put under arrest if they encounter the police during this time.
• The wanted period lasts up to one day.

Trials
A life of crime has its consequences. Some Zois may find themselves under arrest and forced into trial after meeting certain conditions. Outcomes are determined by choices made both before and during the trial, and Zois can appoint lawyers to improve their chances in court.
In addition to being a form of punishment, trials add additional depth to a Zoi's life.

Arrests

• Zois with a low crime score will receive a fine if they are arrested.
• Zois whose crime score exceeds the threshold can be immediately arrested by the police.
• Zois placed under immediate arrest can post bail to secure time to prepare for their trial.
• After being arrested, Zois who post bail will be released, while those who do not will remain in a detention center until the trial begins.

Appointing Lawyers

• You can appoint a lawyer by selecting your Zoi.
• Free lawyers provide limited assistance, while elite lawyers offer better chances of reduced sentences or acquittal.
• When a lawyer is appointed, a trial preparation mission will be assigned, and its results will directly influence the opportunity cards that appear during the actual trial.

Trials

• Trials will usually result in a guilty verdict. Not-guilty verdicts are difficult to secure and require special preparation. Failed attempts at acquittal may lead to even harsher sentences.
• Depending on the outcome, Zois may either be acquitted, fined, or placed under police custody.
• The trial proceeds automatically, but choosing the correct answers for the opportunity cards that appear during the trial can help reduce your sentence.

Courts

• New court properties have been added. Zois scheduled to stand trial must visit these properties on their designated trial dates.

※ In this update, trials for “Traffic Accidents” will not take place. As before, Zois will be sent directly to jail. This will be improved in a future update

There has also been a lot of refinements and additions to Zoi interactions, skills, ambitions and urges, new clothing and build mode items, and tons of bug fixes. See this page for full details as well as screenshots and an introductory video.

I'm not in favor of time-limited game items like the ones they're adding for the holiday season. In my opinion, if it's in the game, players should be able to access it even if they start playing two months from now. This choice tends to force players to only play one game rather than trying different approaches since their later saves may not be have access to some of the stuff they would like to use. We'll see how it works out.

The crime system(s) are much more elaborate and I question just how much "fun" they'll be. Are players really interested in hiring lawyers and spending time sitting in a court while their Zoi is being convicted?

Well, I'll be starting up a new save to explore some of the new features. As always, I'll be sure to share my experiences and rants. 

40 minutes ago, Klinn said:

Maybe Rob Redemption should take a new journey back into a life of crime? 

Who can honestly say "no" to more crime improvements.