inZOI, a Korean Sims-Like, Delayed to March 2025

Krafton's highly anticipated life simulator, inZOI, will now launch on March 28, 2025. This delay, announced by director Hyungjin "Kjun" Kim on the game's Discord server, aims to solidify the game's foundation and deliver a superior player experience.

The decision follows overwhelmingly positive feedback from character creator demos and playtests. Kjun likened the extended development to raising a child, emphasizing the commitment to creating a complete and polished game. The team recognized the responsibility of delivering a truly fulfilling experience, justifying the postponement.

This delay, while potentially frustrating for eager fans, reflects Krafton's dedication to quality. The success of the character creator demo, which saw 18,657 concurrent players before its removal from Steam on August 25, 2024, underscores the significant interest in inZOI. Data from SteamDB supports this observation.

Originally announced in 2023, inZOI is poised to challenge The Sims' dominance in the life simulation genre. Its focus on unparalleled customization and realistic graphics positions it as a potential market leader. The delay, however, places inZOI in direct competition with Paralives, another highly anticipated life simulator slated for a 2025 release.

Krafton assures fans that the wait will be worthwhile, promising a game designed for years of immersive gameplay. From managing character stress to virtual karaoke nights, inZOI aims to establish itself as a unique and engaging experience within the life simulation genre, exceeding simple comparisons to its predecessors. More details regarding the inZOI release can be found in our related article.