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gaming2 years ago

Unity Dev Group Dissolves After Trust Erodes and Fees Cause Disbandment

The Boston Unity Group (BUG), the oldest Unity game developer group, has announced its dissolution after 13 years due to a complete lack of trust in the company. BUG cited Unity's shift away from supporting developer communities and prioritizing profit over functionality as reasons for their decision. Many developers remain skeptical of Unity's recent fee structure changes, with some stating that they do not trust the company under its current leadership. Unity executive Marc Whitten acknowledged the need to earn back trust through actions, not just words.

via Ars Technica|
#developer-community#fee-structure#game-development
technology2 years ago

Unity Vows to Revise Controversial Install Fee Policy Following Backlash

Unity has apologized for the confusion and backlash caused by its controversial game install fee policy and has promised to make changes to the policy. The company received criticism from developers, with some even considering a class action lawsuit. Unity clarified that the fee would only be charged for initial installs, exempting charities and demos, and shifting the responsibility of payment to subscription service owners rather than developers. However, some developers who had committed to Unity's previous pricing structure expressed frustration and feeling trapped. Unity's changes are yet to be seen if they will satisfy the developer community.

via Engadget|
#backtracking#developer-community#fee-policy
technology2 years ago

Reddit's API pricing causes multiple app shutdowns, including Apollo.

Other Reddit apps, including rif is fun for Reddit, ReddPlanet, and Sync, are also shutting down due to the company's new API pricing. Developers cite Reddit's hostile treatment of third-party apps, including high expected costs, blocking ads, and removing sexually explicit content. The shutdowns follow outrage from Reddit's userbase and developer community over the API changes, which could be very expensive for developers. Reddit plans to host an AMA with CEO Steve Huffman on Friday to discuss the latest API updates.

via The Verge|
#api-changes#app-shutdowns#developer-community