The lead developers of the highly anticipated life simulation game, inZOI, recently engaged with fans, addressing some intriguing questions about the game's content. One of the most talked-about topics was the depiction of sexual intercourse within the game. The assistant director provided a notably ambiguous response, carefully avoiding the term "sex." The essence of the answer suggested that while male and female ZOIs might retreat to bed together with the intention of procreation, the visual representation of this act would be left largely to the player's imagination.
Perhaps that’s exactly what’s happening, but not at the level everyone expected.
This leaves fans uncertain about whether inZOI will follow the censorship model seen in The Sims series or introduce a novel approach to handling such sensitive content.
Another point of interest was the decision to have ZOIs shower in towels rather than using pixelated censorship. The developers explained that this choice aligns better with the game's more cartoonish graphics, as pixelation in a realistic style can come across as overly sexualized. Additionally, they revealed a technical issue where pixelated censorship failed to appear in mirror reflections, further justifying their approach.
For those curious about the game's content boundaries, the ratings assigned by relevant organizations provide some clarity. inZOI has been rated ESRB - T (for teens) and is expected to receive a PEGI 12 rating, mirroring the ratings given to The Sims 4. These ratings suggest a level of content that is appropriate for younger audiences, hinting at the game's approach to sensitive topics.
