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While [[Zoi]]s can explore the [[city]] on foot or potentially use [[public transportation]], owning a personal [[vehicle]] offers convenience and freedom. [[Cars]] are the sole means of personal vehicle transport currently available in [[Early Access]]. They allow Zois to travel longer distances and explore the city in style. Cars are considered a luxury [[item]] and are not strictly required for getting around.
 
==Quick Guide==
===Purchase a Car===
Use the [[Dream Car]] app on your [[Smartphone]] to purchase a [[vehicle]]. Pick your desired [[car]] and hit the Buy button, and it will be parked right outside your [[home]]. With a car, you can travel long distances.
Use the [[Dream Car]] app on your [[Smartphone]] to purchase a [[vehicle]]. Pick your desired [[car]] and hit the Buy button, and it will be parked right outside your [[home]]. With a car, you can travel long distances.


==How to Drive a Car==
===Drive a Car===
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To find your car, click on your active [[Zoi]] and select [[Car Interaction]] - [[Get In Car]] to have them enter the car.
To find your car, click on your active [[Zoi]] and select [[Car Interaction]] - [[Get In Car]] to have them enter the car.


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You can also press '''[Tab]''' to switch the [[camera view]]. Driving from inside the car (1st person view) offers a more immersive experience.
You can also press '''[Tab]''' to switch the [[camera view]]. Driving from inside the car (1st person view) offers a more immersive experience.
==Additional Information from the Developer==
While the game allows [[Zoi]]s to own and drive [[cars]], it is not a driving simulator. The devs said they prioritized simulating the city’s population (up to 300 Zois, even if they are offscreen, each living out their own [[AI]] routines). Because of that heavy simulation load, they cannot devote GTA-level resources to vehicle physics. They may refine local car behavior in updates, but for [[Early Access]], the driving system is simple. 
A question came up about the Steam Deck: though InZOI is not officially "Steam Deck–verified", the technical director tested it and reported it does run on a Deck, albeit with custom control mappings.
[[Category:Game Mechanics]] [[Category:Features]]
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[[File:cars1.png|350px|right]]
While [[Zoi]]s can explore the [[city]] on foot or potentially use [[public transportation]], owning a personal [[vehicle]] offers convenience and freedom. [[Cars]] are the sole means of personal vehicle transport currently available in [[Early Access]]. They allow Zois to travel longer distances and explore the city in style. Cars are considered a luxury [[item]] and are not strictly required for getting around.


==How to Acquire a Car==
==How to Acquire a Car==
To purchase a car, your [[Zoi]] must use the [[Dream Car]] app on their [[Smartphone]]. Within the app, you can browse the available cars.
To purchase a car, your [[Zoi]] must use the [[Dream Car]] app on their [[Smartphone]]. Within the app, you can browse the available cars.
[[File:cars3.png|350px|right|A Zoi driving a car in third-person view.]]
===Buying Process===
===Buying Process===
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#Open the [[Smartphone]] (icon next to the Zoi's portrait) or press [P]
#Open the [[Smartphone]] (icon next to the Zoi's portrait) or press [P]
#Select the orange [[Dream Car]] app icon.
#Select the orange [[Dream Car]] app icon.
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==Driving Your Car==
==Driving Your Car==
[[File:cars2.png|350px|right|A Zoi driving a car in first-person view.]]
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The [[Zoi]] who purchased the car is the one who can drive it. To begin driving:
The [[Zoi]] who purchased the car is the one who can drive it. To begin driving:


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*'''Roll Windows:''' Roll individual [[windows]] up or down.
*'''Roll Windows:''' Roll individual [[windows]] up or down.
*'''Turn On Lights:''' Toggle Headlights, Emergency Lights, and Left/Right Turn Signals.
*'''Turn On Lights:''' Toggle Headlights, Emergency Lights, and Left/Right Turn Signals.
*'''Emergency Exit:''' If a Zoi becomes stuck inside the car (due to a potential bug where the exit option disappears), open the [[AR Talk]] menu (bottom right) and use the [[Emergency Escape]] button to spawn the Zoi nearby outside the car.
*'''Emergency Exit:''' If a Zoi becomes stuck inside the car (due to a potential bug where the exit option disappears), open the [[Psycat Guide]] menu (bottom right) and use the [[Emergency Rescue]] button to spawn the Zoi nearby outside the car.


==Limitations and Considerations==
==Limitations and Considerations==
*   '''Age Restriction:''' Only Zois in the [[Age Groups|Teenager]] age group or older can drive. Child Zois cannot sit in the Driver's Seat.
*''Age Restriction:''' Only Zois in the [[Teenager]] [[age group]] or older can drive. [[Child]] Zois cannot sit in the Driver's Seat.
*   '''Ownership Limit:''' One source suggests only the oldest member of a Zoi family can buy and use a car, and that only one car can be owned at a time per family/household. (Needs confirmation if this applies universally).
*'''Functionality:''' Driving is described by some as currently superfluous, meaning it may not be significantly faster than [[walking]] or using the [[subway]]/[[public transport]]. Its primary function might be for role-playing rather than pure efficiency in [[Early Access]].
*  '''Functionality:''' Driving is described by some as currently superfluous, meaning it may not be significantly faster than walking or using the subway/public transport. Its primary function might be for role-playing rather than pure efficiency in [[Early Access]].
*'''Other Vehicles:''' Currently, only cars are available as drivable vehicles. It is unknown if or when other types like [[boats]], [[planes]], or [[motorcycles]] will be added.
*   '''Other Vehicles:''' Currently, only cars are available as drivable vehicles. It is unknown if or when other types like boats, planes, or motorcycles will be added.


==Additional Information from the Developer==
==Additional Information from the Developer==
While the game allows [[Zoi]]s to own and drive [[cars]], it is not intended as a driving simulator. The developers have stated (via AMA Session/Discord) that simulating the city’s population (up to 300 Zois living out their [[AI]] routines) is a higher priority. Due to this simulation load, vehicle physics are not GTA-level and are not a primary focus for development. Instead, focus may be placed more on car customization options in the future. They may refine local car behavior in updates, but for [[Early Access]], the driving system is relatively simple.
While the game allows [[Zoi]]s to own and drive [[cars]], it is not a driving simulator. The devs said they prioritized simulating the city’s population (up to 300 Zois, even if they are offscreen, each living out their own [[AI]] routines). Because of that heavy simulation load, they cannot devote GTA-level resources to vehicle physics. They may refine local car behavior in updates, but for [[Early Access]], the driving system is simple.
 
A question came up about the Steam Deck: though InZOI is not officially "Steam Deck–verified", the technical director tested it and reported it does run on a Deck, albeit with custom control mappings.
 
 


Regarding the Steam Deck: Although *inZOI* is not officially "Steam Deck–verified", the technical director reported successfully running the game on a Deck, requiring custom control mappings.


[[Category:Game Mechanics]] [[Category:Features]] [[Category:Transportation]]
[[Category:Game Mechanics]] [[Category:Features]] [[Category:Transportation]]
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