Why legendary developers are jumping onto Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN)!
Aug 30, 2023
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Legendary developers including Alex Seropian, founder of Bungie and Industrial Toys/EA, and Pete Hawley from 100 Thieves discuss their excitement for Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN) and its potential as a rival to Roblox. They compare the technical limitations and advantages of UEFN and Roblox, explore the economic opportunities for developers, and discuss the importance of collaboration, diversity, and community in game development. They also address the switch from Roblox to UEFN and the reasons why some developers are hesitant to make the jump.
Alex Seropian and Pete Hawley are excited about the potential of Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN) as a platform rivaling Roblox and see it as an opportunity for experienced developers to build experiences for Fortnite and be part of a successful ecosystem.
Former Roblox developer, Arthur Trusov, describes UEFN as having better sound fidelity, improved graphics, and more programming customization compared to Roblox, but notes the advantage of Roblox's easier accessibility for younger developers.
Deep dives
UEFN Unreal Editor for Fortnite and its Creator Economy
Epic recently announced UEFN Unreal Editor for Fortnite, a service currently in public beta. Developers for UEFN will share 40% of Fortnite revenue based on player interest and engagement. Along with the announcement, other initiatives such as the verse programming language, UEFN's analog to Roblox using Lua, and a unified digital asset store called FAB were also introduced.
Interest in UEFN and the Potential as a Platform
Notable figures in the gaming industry, such as Alex Ropien (founder of Bungie and Industrial Toys) and Pete Hallie (Chief Product Officer at Hundred Thieves), express excitement about UEFN's potential as a platform. They see an opportunity to build experiences for Fortnite and explore UEFN's long-term strategy for becoming a robust platform, similar to the app store or Facebook games. They believe in being part of this platform's growth if it turns into a successful ecosystem.
Comparison of Roblox and UEFN
Arthur Cheusoff, a former Roblox developer, explains the reasons why he left Roblox and compares it to the technical limitations he encountered. He believes UEFN offers better sound fidelity, improved graphics, and more programming customization. However, he notes that Roblox has the advantage of easier accessibility for younger game developers, whereas UEFN requires more proficiency in C++. Despite some limitations in both platforms, they are optimistic about UEFN's potential and what it can offer in the future.
The Future of UEFN
The interviewees predict that UEFN will continue to grow and evolve. They anticipate further advancements in technology, more diverse genre options, and the introduction of persistence, which will allow for continuous gameplay experiences. While there are challenges ahead, they are confident that as the platform matures and features expand, UEFN will become a destination for innovation, creativity, and a vibrant gaming community.