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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
Using the camera on a supported external device, the Facial Capture system reads the player's facial movements and mirrors them onto the Zoi character within the game. This connection happens over a local [[Wi-Fi]] network. The primary goal is to enhance player expression and create a more personal connection with their Zoi. | Using the camera on a supported external device, the [[Facial Capture]] system reads the player's facial movements and mirrors them onto the [[Zoi]] [[character]] within the game. This connection happens over a local [[Wi-Fi]] network. The primary goal is to enhance player expression and create a more personal connection with their Zoi. | ||
==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
During [[Early Access]], Facial Capture is | During [[Early Access]], Facial Capture is exclusive to [[iOS]] devices like iPhone. This is because the feature currently relies on specific hardware and technology utilized by the required [[Live Link Face]] application, potentially related to Apple-owned patents. | ||
The developers have expressed openness to potentially exploring webcam-based solutions for non-Apple devices in the future, but for the initial release phase, iOS is the only supported platform. | The developers have expressed openness to potentially exploring webcam-based solutions for non-Apple devices in the future, but for the initial release phase, iOS is the only supported platform. | ||
==How to Set Up and Use== | ==How to Set Up and Use=== | ||
Setting up Facial Capture involves linking an iOS device to the game via a dedicated app. While described as potentially tricky initially, it becomes straightforward after the first setup. | Setting up Facial Capture involves linking an iOS device to the game via a dedicated app. While described as potentially tricky initially, it becomes straightforward after the first setup. | ||
===Prerequisites=== | ===Prerequisites=== | ||
*An [[iOS]] device (iPhone). | *An [[iOS]] device (iPhone). | ||
*The PC running inZOI and the iOS device must be connected to the | *The PC running inZOI and the iOS device must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. | ||
===Setup Steps=== | ===Setup Steps=== | ||
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#Download and install the "Live Link Face" app. | #Download and install the "Live Link Face" app. | ||
#Open the app. You may need to grant it permissions to use the camera, microphone, and access devices on the local network. Select the "Live Link" feature if prompted (ignore options like "MetaHuman Animator"). | #Open the app. You may need to grant it permissions to use the camera, microphone, and access devices on the local network. Select the "Live Link" feature if prompted (ignore options like "MetaHuman Animator"). | ||
#Find your PC's | #Find your PC's IP address. The inZOI setup window provides a convenient button ("Read") to display this information directly. | ||
#In the "Live Link Face" app, go to '''Settings''' (often in the top-left corner). | #In the "Live Link Face" app, go to '''Settings''' (often in the top-left corner). | ||
#Navigate to the '''Streaming''' section and select '''Live Link'''. | #Navigate to the '''Streaming''' section and select '''Live Link'''. | ||
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===Activating/Deactivating In-Game=== | ===Activating/Deactivating In-Game=== | ||
After the initial setup, Facial Capture can be turned on or off at any point during gameplay by: | After the initial setup, Facial Capture can be turned on or off at any point during gameplay by: | ||
*Clicking the Facial Capture icon in the game's UI. | *Clicking the Facial Capture icon in the game's [[UI]]. | ||
*Connecting or disconnecting the device via the setup prompts or the Live Link Face app. | *Connecting or disconnecting the device via the setup prompts or the Live Link Face app. | ||
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*'''Enhanced Immersion:''' Allows players to express themselves directly through their Zoi. | *'''Enhanced Immersion:''' Allows players to express themselves directly through their Zoi. | ||
*'''Genuine Expressions:''' Zois can display real-time, nuanced reactions to in-game events like dates or new discoveries. | *'''Genuine Expressions:''' Zois can display real-time, nuanced reactions to in-game events like dates or new discoveries. | ||
*'''Creative Content:''' Useful for taking unique screenshots and videos, especially when combined with tools like the Themed Studio. Captured images might even be usable on in-game billboards. | *'''Creative Content:''' Useful for taking unique screenshots and videos, especially when combined with tools like the [[Themed Studio]]. Captured images might even be usable on in-game [[billboards]]. | ||
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