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The Sims has been the leading life-simulation gaming franchise for the past 25 years, and for good reason.
It’s the ultimate form of escapism in an era when real life home ownership has become, for many, a distant dream.
But Electronic Arts’ multi-billion dollar series now has competition.
Inzoi promises more realism, better graphics and greater character customisation options.
It also uses AI in a tangible way: one of its more intriguing features is facial capture, in which a player’s avatar can mirror their real expressions via the phone camera.
The Korean game probably won’t kill off The Sims, but its imminent release is great news for those fed up with EA charging for extra content.
The cost of purchasing every expansion pack for the most recent version of The Sims? More than a grand.
