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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.

==~~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.

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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.

~~==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.

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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.

==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.

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===Buying Process===

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#Open the [[Smartphone]] (icon next to the Zoi's portrait) or press [P]

#Select the orange [[Dream Car]] app icon.

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==Driving Your Car==

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The [[Zoi]] who purchased the car is the one who can drive it. To begin driving:

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==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==

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.~~

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