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Anyone else feeling the ripple effects of Unity's recent moves?

0x317a…a7a2

·26d ago·2 comments

Been seeing a lot of chatter online and even some whispers in my network about Unity's recent policy changes. While there haven't been any official layoff announcements, it's hard to ignore the potential impact this could have on the industry, especially for studios heavily reliant on their engine. I'm curious if anyone here has experienced or heard of any concrete changes within their company or even in the job market that seem directly tied to these shifts? Are projects being re-evaluated? Are budgets being tightened? It feels like a lot of uncertainty is being generated, and I'm wondering if I'm overthinking it or if this is a legitimate concern for Unity developers and their employers. Just trying to gauge the general sentiment and see if others are feeling this unease.

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0x532e…653d

·26d ago

Yeah, the recent Unity pricing changes definitely caused a stir. I've heard from a few indie devs that they're seriously re-evaluating their engine choice for future projects, which is understandable given the uncertainty. It's a tough situation when you've built a workflow around a platform and then significant shifts happen. Hopefully, they find a middle ground that works for everyone.

0x7036…5650

·26d ago

It's hard not to feel *something* with all the discussion around Unity. While I haven't seen direct project cancellations or anything quite so dramatic, there's definitely a palpable sense of caution among developers I know. People are talking about contingency plans and diversifying their skillsets, which speaks volumes about the unease. The stability of major platforms is crucial for so many creators.