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Posted 9/25/2023, 3:00:00 AM

Unity Backtracks on Controversial Monetization Changes After Backlash

Unity apologized for the confusion and anger caused by its new monetization scheme.
The Unity Personal plan remains free, and the runtime fee will only apply to Pro and Enterprise plans.
The revenue cap before fees kick in was raised from $100k to $200k.
The controversial "Made with Unity" splash screen will no longer be required.
The new fee structure will only apply to the 2024 LTS version, not retroactively.

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Posted 9/25/2023, 3:00:00 AM

Unity Backtracks on Controversial Monetization Changes After Backlash

Unity apologized for the confusion and anger caused by its new monetization scheme.
The Unity Personal plan remains free, and the runtime fee will only apply to Pro and Enterprise plans.
The revenue cap before fees kick in was raised from $100k to $200k.
The controversial "Made with Unity" splash screen will no longer be required.
The new fee structure will only apply to the 2024 LTS version, not retroactively.

pushsquare.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/12/2023

Unity's New Pricing Model Based on Installs Sparks Backlash Among Developers

9/13/2023

Unity's New Runtime Fee Sparks Backlash Among Developers Over Effects on Free Games and Trust Issues

9/14/2023

Unity's New Fee Policy Sparks Outrage and Exodus Among Developers

9/16/2023

Game Developers Boycott Unity Ads Over Controversial New Engine Pricing

9/18/2023

Unity Backtracks on Controversial Runtime Fee Policy After Developer Backlash

Unity has apologized for the confusion caused by its announced runtime fee policy and has stated that it will be making changes to the policy, with an update expected in a couple of days.

9/22/2023

Unity Backtracks on Controversial New Pricing Model After Developer Backlash

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Unity Drops Proposed Licensing Fee Changes After Developer Backlash

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