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gaming4 days ago•116 min saved

DOOM’s Future in Question as id Software Loses Half Its Staff

After reports that Xbox laid off roughly 50% of id Software, concerns are rising about the future of DOOM and the id Tech engine, as veteran staff lament the decision and question how the studio will continue developing one of its flagship franchises. With DOOM: The Dark Ages’ expansion releasing today, the piece argues the cuts could undermine long‑term feasibility and explores potential pivots for leveraging or restructuring the studio’s technology, inviting reader input on whether the layoffs were necessary or excessive.

via Windows Central|

#doom #game-engine #gaming

technology1 month ago•56 min saved

UE6 wowed the crowd, but questions linger over the need for a new engine

Epic Games unveiled Unreal Engine 6 with a Rocket League reveal that drew a standing ovation in Paris, signaling a next‑gen, multithreaded engine and a unification of Unreal Engine and Unreal Editor for Fortnite; while some hail the leap, others question the timing and whether Unreal Engine 5’s potential has been fully realized, with a possible UE6 release around April 2028.

via Creative Bloq|

#epic-games #game-engine #gaming

technology5 months ago•5 min saved

Toyota unveils Fluorite, an open-source engine built for car displays, not PC games

Toyota revealed Fluorite, a fully featured open-source game engine from Toyota Connected North America designed to run high-performance 3D graphics and interactive UI on embedded hardware like in-vehicle displays. It uses Dart and Flutter for logic/UI, a C++ ECS core, console-grade 3D rendering via Filament, and Blender-friendly model-defined touch zones, with Hot Reload to speed updates. The move aims to avoid licensing fees from traditional engines and could benefit indie developers, though it isn’t aimed at PC or console games.

via Eurogamer|

#embedded-systems #fluorite #flutter

news5 months ago•13 min saved

Xbox Legend Major Nelson Exits Unity Amid Company Turmoil

Xbox veteran Larry Hryb, aka Major Nelson, has left Unity after joining in 2024 to lead Community and Advocacy; his departure comes as Unity grapples with an ongoing identity crisis and a history of layoffs, with timing of the exit not fully disclosed.

via Kotaku|

#game-engine #layoffs #major-nelson

gaming1 year ago•3 min saved

Larian Studios' New Project Resolves Baldur's Gate 3's Major Flaw

Larian Studios is moving away from Vulkan and DirectX 11 for its next project, focusing instead on DirectX 12 to improve performance and graphics. The new game engine, already in pre-production, will feature enhanced visual effects, including a global illumination lighting system and mesh shaders, promising more dynamic and realistic scenes. This shift addresses technical issues faced in Baldur's Gate 3, with the new title expected after 2028.

via Video Gamer|

#baldurs-gate-3 #directx-12 #game-engine

gaming2 years ago•1 min saved

"Assassin's Creed Red: Leaked Details and Upgrades Revealed"

Assassin's Creed Red is rumored to be heavily influenced by Assassin's Creed Valhalla, featuring similar combat with more gore, an evolved settlement system allowing for greater customization, and substantial improvements to the Anvil game engine. Despite these similarities, the game is expected to offer significant overhauls in animations, parkour mechanics, and dynamic weather. A full reveal is anticipated during an upcoming Ubisoft showcase.

via Push Square|

#assassins-creed-red #game-engine #gaming

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

Unity Software's Mixed Signals: Minimal Benefit from Runtime Fee, Layoffs Despite Increased Revenue, and Wall Street Rebound

Unity has informed shareholders that its controversial Runtime Fee, introduced in September, will only provide minimal benefit in the next fiscal year. The fee, which sparked backlash from developers, will not have a major impact on Unity's business until at least 2025. The company plans to restructure its business and expects layoffs, as well as discontinuation of some products.

via Game Developer|

#business-model-change #developers #game-engine

gaming2 years ago•3 min saved

"Unity CEO John Riccitiello Retires Amidst Controversy and Pricing Backlash"

Unity President and CEO John Riccitiello has announced his retirement after nearly nine years of leading the game engine company and becoming one of the most hated figures in gaming. The announcement comes after a revolt among top Unity developers over the company's plans to charge subscribed developers based on the number of game downloads. Jim Whitehurst, former president of RedHat, will be taking over as the new CEO. Despite attempts to appease developers with a revised pricing model, trust in Unity has been damaged, with some developers already announcing plans to switch to other engines. Riccitiello's tenure at Unity has been marked by controversy and criticism for his emphasis on monetization and micro-transactions in games.

via Gizmodo|

#ceo #game-engine #gaming

technology2 years ago•6 min saved

Unity Implements New Fees for Game Installs and Revenue

Unity, the popular game engine, will introduce a new fee called the "Unity Runtime Fee" starting in January 2024. The fee will be based on the number of users installing games built on the engine and will be triggered after specific revenue and install thresholds are crossed. The fee structure varies depending on the subscription plan, with Unity Personal and Plus licenses paying a flat fee per install, while Pro and Enterprise licenses pay a smaller per-install fee that scales downward. Unity stated that the fee is intended to balance the value exchange between the company and developers and to support ongoing investments in the engine. Free-to-play developers have the option to offset the fee by adopting other Unity services. The announcement has received mixed reactions from developers, with concerns raised about the impact on smaller studios and indie developers. Unity is also making updates to its licensing plans and offering additional tools at no extra cost.

via Game Developer|

#developers #fees #game-development

sports3 years ago•3 min saved

Football Manager 2024: Game-Changing Features and Major Changes Await

Sports Interactive has announced that women's soccer teams will be introduced to the popular simulation franchise, Football Manager, in 2024. The studio aims to provide the same level of depth and quality for the women's game as it does for the men's, which has required extensive research and adjustments to the attribute systems, translations, and league rules. In addition to the inclusion of women's teams, Football Manager 2025 will see a shift to the Unity game engine, offering improved graphics and user interface. The studio also plans to allow players to transfer their progress from previous editions, ensuring a seamless transition and access to career saves.

via Engadget|

#football-manager #game-engine #progress-transfer

gaming3 years ago•1 min saved

Unity Software Faces Major Layoffs, Closes Offices.

Unity, the company behind the popular game engine, is reportedly cutting 600 jobs, which accounts for 8% of its workforce, in its third round of layoffs within a year. The company plans to reduce its worldwide offices from 58 to fewer than 30 over the coming years. Unity CEO John Riccitiello said the layoffs are necessary for higher growth, and middle managers will be affected. Unity had record revenue of $1.39 billion in 2022 and plans to move forward with a hybrid work model beginning in September.

via GameSpot|

#game-engine #gaming #hybrid-work-model