The developers of the upcoming life simulation game, inZOI, recently addressed fan questions regarding the game's depiction of intimate relationships. When questioned about the inclusion of sexual content, the assistant director provided an ambiguous response, avoiding the explicit use of the word "sex."
The response essentially implied that intimate interactions occur, and if male and female ZOIs retire to bed together, procreation is implied. However, the visual representation of this interaction is left to the player's interpretation.
The implication is there, but not to the extent many anticipated.
Currently, the level of censorship regarding intimacy in inZOI remains uncertain. It's unclear whether it will mirror the approach used in The Sims series or employ a novel method.
The developers also explained the decision to depict ZOIs showering in towels instead of using pixelated censorship. They argued that this approach is more suitable for the game's cartoonish art style, as pixelation in a realistic style can appear overly sexualized. Furthermore, a technical issue involving reflections in mirrors when using pixelated censorship on naked ZOIs contributed to this design choice.
The game's rating provides further context. The ESRB has rated inZOI as "T" (Teen), and a PEGI 12 rating is anticipated. These are the same ratings assigned to The Sims 4, offering a reasonable indication of the game's content maturity level.