Escaping to Paradise: Everything New You Can Do in inZOI’s “Island Getaway” DLC

The highly-anticipated life simulation game, inZOI, has just released its first major piece of content, the “Island Getaway” DLC, to a wave of positive reception from the community. Launched alongside a significant v0.3.0 base game update, this new expansion pack transports players to the stunning, Southeast Asia-inspired islands of Cahaya. The DLC, which is available for free, adds a wealth of new activities, gameplay mechanics, and customization options, fundamentally changing how players can interact with their Zois and the world around them. It’s not just a vacation; it’s a completely new way to experience the game.

Welcome to Cahaya: A New World to Explore

The centerpiece of the “Island Getaway” DLC is the new map, Cahaya. Inspired by the tropical beauty of Southeast Asia, this new world is a departure from the urban and suburban landscapes of the base game. It’s a land of sun-soaked beaches, lush resorts, and vibrant coral reefs, all rendered with the game’s signature realistic graphics. Players can choose to either move their Zoi family to the island permanently or use the new “City Travel” feature to take a temporary vacation, giving them the best of both worlds.

Major New Activities in Cahaya:

• Swimming and Snorkeling: For the first time, Zois can swim in the ocean and in pools, with the new “Swimming” skill to level up. Snorkeling, a brand-new activity, allows your Zois to explore the crystal-clear waters, interact with marine life like sea turtles and dolphins, and even discover rare, collectible items hidden beneath the waves.
• Boating: The new water-based world is fully explorable via boats. Players can rent a variety of watercraft, from simple ferries to extravagant yachts, to cruise between the islands and discover new areas.
• Resort Life: Cahaya is home to a sprawling resort with a variety of recreational and relaxing activities. Zois can unwind in a sauna, get a massage, or enjoy the water park, giving them a much-needed break from the stresses of their everyday lives.
• Farming, Fishing, and Mining: In a move that brings inZOI closer to cozy life-sims like Stardew Valley, the “Island Getaway” DLC introduces a new way for your Zois to make a living. Players can now cultivate crops on farming plots, fish for a variety of aquatic species, and mine for raw gemstones, which can then be refined into valuable jewels for crafting and reselling.

Gameplay and Customization Updates Across All Maps

The “Island Getaway” DLC is not just about the new map. It arrives alongside the massive v0.3.0 update, which brings a host of new features and quality-of-life improvements to the base game. Many of the new activities introduced in the DLC, such as farming, fishing, and mining, can now be done in the other maps as well, giving players more diverse gameplay options no matter where their Zois live.

Key Updates in v0.3.0:

• Enhanced Emotions and Relationships: Zois now express a wider, more nuanced range of emotions. The relationship system has been expanded with new interactions and a more natural progression, including new systems for one-sided crushes and even divorces, adding a new layer of drama to your stories.
• New Objects and Build Mode Features: The update adds over 100 new building items and a new character studio. Players can now build their own swimming pools and add working elevators to their properties, allowing for more vertical and creative home designs. The building tools have been refined to be more intuitive, with improved camera controls and wall cutaways.
• Vehicles: The game now includes 14 new vehicles, including motorcycles and scooters, which your Zois can use to travel around the city more easily.

The release of the “Island Getaway” DLC is a clear sign of the developers’ commitment to listening to community feedback. The new content not only gives players a fresh, beautiful new world to explore but also introduces fundamental gameplay changes that address many of the community’s desires. The addition of new skills, a more dynamic relationship system, and a greater emphasis on creative, self-sufficient gameplay makes inZOI a more robust and engaging life simulation experience than ever before. For both new players and those who have been with the game since Early Access, this is a perfect time to dive back in and escape to paradise.