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Naavik Gaming Podcast
Riccitiello Resigns / Diablo IV On Steam / FC 24 Scores
Oct 13, 2023
Former CEO of Unity, John Riccitiello, resigns. Topics discussed include Diablo IV launching on Steam, Activision Blizzard titles coming to Xbox Game Pass, EA's rebranded FC 24 franchise, and the trend of layoffs in the gaming industry.
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- John Riccitiello has resigned as CEO of Unity, sparking speculation about the future of the company.
- Diablo IV's announcement of Season 2 launch on Steam raises questions about Blizzard's transition to free-to-play live service models.
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Unity CEO Steps Down Amidst Company Turmoil
In a recent podcast episode, it was revealed that John Riccatello, the CEO of Unity, has stepped down from his position. This news comes as no surprise, considering the ongoing controversies and backlash surrounding the company. Riccatello's departure follows criticism of Unity's handling of various issues, particularly related to pricing structure changes. It remains to be seen who will replace Riccatello and what that means for the future of Unity. Speculation has begun regarding potential acquisitions or further changes within the company. Amidst this industry-wide trend of layoffs and studio closures, the gaming community and industry as a whole are watching closely to see what happens next for Unity.
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