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Learn about the key differences between Inzoi and The Sims 4 that set both life simulators apart in gameplay experience.
Since its release in 2014, The Sims 4 has been the dominant life simulator game in the market, consistently introducing new features and DLCs to keep its player base coming back for more.
Inzoi, which made its debut in early access on Steam, promises a modern take on the genre, with photorealistic graphics and a plethora of promising features. Let’s dive into what separates the up-and-comer from the classic, and the key features that provide the most value in either title.
5 Main Differences Between Inzoi and The Sims 4
1) Customization vs Content
Inzoi has a deep customization system in every respect of its gameplay. The character creator has more options to shape your Zoi, different parts of the body can be accessorized, and you can design your own clothes.
Compared to The Sims 4, Inzoi stands out for its use of AI to let players’ imaginations roam free. You can create textures for clothes with text prompts, introduce custom accessories or furniture by uploading a picture, and create your own emotes by uploading videos.
A lack of player-driven customization doesn’t negatively affect The Sims 4 because it has a cornucopia of content released through DLCs. The sheer number of additional customization options unlocked through these updates introduces inexhaustible content, from clothing variety and interior decor to pets and careers.
2) Photorealism vs Caricature
The Sims 4 has a cartoony art style that has characterised the franchise and remained consistent across installments. It paints a caricature of the real world with loud animations, quirky events, and comedic interactions.
Inzoi contrasts The Sims’ style with photorealism that may appeal to players seeking immersion and vicarious excitement. Developed by a South Korean studio, their cultural sensibilities and aesthetics are woven into the game, appealing to fans of K-dramas.
3) Building a Town vs Building a House
The Sims 4 has a more accessible house-building system compared to Inzoi. However, Inzoi expands the player’s reach, allowing customization of the town where their Zoi lives. However, the building feature is difficult to understand and master. The Sims 4 offers a breezy building experience, even if it is on a slightly smaller scale.
4) Sandbox vs Story
In its early access stage, Inzoi feels like a sandbox with an incomprehensible number of variables thrown together, but very few of them work in synchronization. Characters often behave very differently from what you may expect, while careers and events have little consequence.
While the game relies on organic storytelling, its interactive elements currently lack cohesion. The Sims 4 is more scripted, but it consistently creates an engaging narrative based on your choices.
5) Exclusivity vs Accessibility
The Sims 4 is a free-to-play game, and its DLCs require payment to access. With over 100 add-ons to download, players can add to their base game’s content with DLCs that interest them the most. The Sims 4 does not have high performance requirements and runs smoothly on most modern systems.
Inzoi’s advanced graphics and features come at the cost of demanding system requirements. The game barely runs on handheld devices such as the Steam Deck, and is prone to lag spikes even on recommended hardware. Optimization issues will likely be ironed out with time, but the high bar for performance shuts out a large portion of its target audience. This issue will partially be addressed when the game launches on PS5.
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