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Unity Engine Changes Lead to More Canceled Games Like BallisticNG Switch Port

  • BallisticNG Nintendo Switch version cancelled due to recent controversial Unity engine changes frustrating developers.

  • Many developers now looking to move away from Unity after negative reaction to new terms of service including runtime fees.

  • BallisticNG studio Neognosis cites lack of confidence in Unity's plans as reason for cancelling Switch port after years of preparation.

  • Neognosis looking at working with a future Nintendo console for their next project not tied to Unity engine.

  • Unity changes causing more game cancellations; developers skeptical despite Unity rolling back some controversial terms.

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