inZOI Fixes Child Collision Bug

inZOI developers have addressed a gameplay bug that allowed players to collide with child characters using vehicles. This issue has been resolved in the latest update. Continue reading to understand why this unintended feature sparked controversy and the developer's perspective on maintaining realism.

Early Access Update Removes Unexpected Gameplay Element

Developers Pledge Enhanced Content Review Procedures

During inZOI's Early Access period, players discovered an unintended interaction where vehicles could collide with child characters. A March 28th Reddit post titled "Vehicle Collision Incident in inZOI" featured footage showing exaggerated ragdoll physics affecting child NPCs.

While developers had previously mentioned various character interactions during their showcase, they hadn't specified this particular behavior for child characters. Krafton representatives clarified to Eurogamer that this was an unintended technical issue, stating: "These interactions didn't align with our design intentions and have been corrected in our recent update."

The statement continued: "We recognize the importance of maintaining appropriate content standards and are implementing more rigorous review processes moving forward." This adjustment helps maintain the game's Teen rating from the ESRB.

Game Director Discusses Realism Versus Playfulness

Despite receiving positive reviews for its detailed visuals, Game Director Hyungjun 'Kjun' Kim acknowledged the challenges of their realistic approach. Speaking to PCGamesN, Kim explained: "Our photorealistic style sometimes limited our ability to include more whimsical elements that fans enjoy in similar games."

While admiring The Sims 4's distinctive playful style, Kim stands by inZOI's visual direction: "We believe our commitment to immersive graphics creates compelling experiences, even if it requires careful consideration of gameplay elements." The team continues working to establish inZOI's unique identity within the life simulation genre.