Late Night Linux
Late Night Linux – Episode 248
Sep 26, 2023
In this podcast, guest host popey from Linux Matters discusses the Wayland future and challenges of transitioning from X. They also talk about the UK government's impact on privacy, Unity's install-fee program changes, and the rise of Godot as an alternative to Unity.
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Quick takeaways
- Unity's decision to require developers to pay per install of their games led to backlash from the gaming community and raised concerns about piracy and financial burden.
- Valve's contributions to the Linux and open source community, including their strategic move with the Steam Deck, have inadvertently boosted funding and visibility for alternative open source game engines like Godot, fostering innovation in the gaming industry.
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Unity's controversial change in terms sparks backlash
Unity, a popular game engine, announced a change in their terms that would require developers to pay per install of their games. This sparked a significant outcry from the gaming community, as developers raised concerns about the implications for piracy and the financial burden this would place on them. The backlash eventually led Unity to reverse their decision and walk back the new pricing model. However, some skepticism remains about the company's future actions and trustworthiness.
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