Terraria developer strongly opposes Unity fee changes, donates over $200,000 to other game engines.
Terraria developer strongly opposes Unity fee changes, donates over $200,000 to other game engines.
Re-Logic Stands Up Against Unity’s “Predatory Moves”
In a bold move, Re-Logic, the studio behind the hit indie game Terraria, has stepped forward to protest against the controversial changes to the fees associated with the Unity game engine. And they’re doing it in style, folks!
In a statement that combines both interest and sadness, Re-Logic expresses their dismay over Unity’s transformation from a leading and user-friendly game engine to one that succumbs to the “darker forces” of the gaming industry. They refuse to sit idly by as these predatory moves threaten studios everywhere.
But what sets Re-Logic apart is their commitment to action. They’re not just waving their arms and shouting insults (although they do that too). They’re putting their money where their pixels are. Re-Logic pledges to donate a whopping $100,000 each to two open source alternatives: the Godot Engine and FNA. And that’s not all, folks! They’re also going to continue with monthly donations of $1,000 to both causes, because giving just once is simply not enough.
Now, if you’re scratching your head and wondering what all the fuss is about, let me fill you in. Unity is a game engine that powers some of the most popular games out there, like the addictive Pokemon Go and the strategic Slay the Spire. Recently, Unity proposed changes that would have required developers to pay a fee each time their game was installed. As you can imagine, this did not go down well with the gaming community. Backlash ensued and Unity was left scrambling to make changes, although they’re keeping the details under wraps for now.
But Re-Logic isn’t holding back their punches. They unequivocally condemn and reject Unity’s recent TOS/fee changes, calling out the underhanded manner in which they were rolled out. Unity’s decision to discard years of trust for a chance to squeeze every penny from publishers, studios, and gamers is, in Re-Logic’s words, a “cautionary tale the industry will not soon forget.” Ouch!
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It’s worth noting that the impact of Unity’s changes has already been felt. One studio, just days before launching their free-to-play game, was forced to abandon their plans due to these sudden policy shifts. Talk about a devastating blow!
So, let’s give a round of applause to Re-Logic for taking a stand and supporting open source alternatives. With their financial muscle and the success of Terraria, they’re making a statement that will resonate throughout the industry. Unity, take heed! The gaming community won’t be bullied. We fight back with creativity, generosity, and a whole lot of humor. Game on!
