Hyungjun ‘Kjun’ Kim, the director of the upcoming life simulation game Inzoi, has been vocal about the obstacles encountered during development. He has highlighted the longstanding significance of The Sims, acknowledging its achievements over the last two decades, and referred to the creation of Inzoi as an ’entirely new frontier’ and a substantial challenge despite his extensive gaming experience.

As Inzoi approaches its early access launch this month, Kjun reflects on his journey in his final column on the official Inzoi Discord. He expresses a sense of nostalgia, admitting, “Reflecting on my mindset two years ago, I can’t help but smile at how audacious I was to even consider creating a game of this magnitude. Now, the challenges are evident—it’s not just additive, the complexity increases exponentially. Pinpointing bugs in this extensive universe feels akin to a game of tag with unseen specters.”

As the launch draws near, Kjun admits to experiencing a mix of excitement and anxiety, stating, “While I strive for confidence, I won’t deny the nerves are palpable. We understand that the initial version of Inzoi will still be incomplete, yet we will persist in evolving the game with feedback from the community.”

Reflecting on the foundations laid by The Sims, Kjun reiterates his respect for the franchise, stating, “The team behind The Sims deserves endless accolades for their extraordinary feats in this space.” He described his experience with Inzoi as the greatest challenge of his career, thankful for the unwavering support from the community. He hopes to share untold stories about his journey and passion for The Sims should Inzoi achieve the anticipated success.