The Simsseries has mostly dominated life simulation games, and it’s easy to see why.

Over the years,it’s built a strong fanbase and added lots of fun content.

Yet, much of that content comes at a cost.

InZOI Cat Ruler

For new or returning players,getting the whole experience can get pretty expensive.

Thats part of whyinZOIis starting to get noticed.

Even though its still in early access,inZOIis showing promise, especially when it comes to value.

InZOI two Zois hugging and almost kissing in front of a town at sunset.

Of course, value isnt everything.

The caption said “Meow.”

It was a small hint,pointing to pets coming toinZOI.

The sewers could be a new location according to the Schedule 1 roadmap.

So, what is karma and is it important?

The timing makes sense sinceinZOIis still in early access and is slowly adding new features.

This also shows howinZOIis trying to stand out by offering good free content.

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Nothing is confirmed yet, but the clues point in a good direction.

This is common inThe Sims.

Many big features are only available through extra packs.

Cat from inZOI.

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Despite being released back in 2017,The Sims 4 Cats & Dogsstill costs $39.99.

Unlike inThe Sims 3: Pets, players cannot control the pets.

To be fair,Cats and Dogsis a solid expansion.

InZOI Female In Front of Office with a cat.

Custom Image by Jorge Aguilar

The pets look great, have their own traits, and can be customized in detail.

you might design your dream pet, and Sims can interact with them in many ways.

In terms of content,its one of the better packs.

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However, it still costs money,and not everyone can or wants to spend more.

Thats whyinZOIsteaser is getting attention.

If pets are added for free, even with fewer features, people will notice.

inZOI delays early access release date

If done well, it would show thatinZOIis serious about giving players quality features without charging extra.

That helps build trust, which is important for a new game still finding its place.

HowinZOIhandles pets could also be a preview of whats to come.

inzoi character holding a city

But if its just a one-time thing, that could suggest most major features might eventually cost money.

How this update is handled could give players a clue aboutinZOIslong-term plans.

This could also attract players who are tired of how muchThe Sims 4asks them to spend.

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Many life sim fans want a full game experience without buying lots of DLC.

A good, free pets update would show thatinZOIunderstands that and wants to offer something better.

Still, if the pets update is weak or too basic, it might hurt the games progress.

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Players could take it as a sign thatinZOIisnt ready to compete withThe Sims 4yet.

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