Summary

  • Unity has announced that the first update to its Unity 6 game engine, version 6.1, will launch in April, with improved performance and stability, alongside expanded platform support including large and foldable Android screens, Meta Quest, Android XR build profiles and Instant Games.
  • The two subsequent updates will introduce AI-powered workflows to help developers build games more quickly and diagnose problems.
  • 96% of developers are integrating AI tools into their workflows, according to Unity’s annual Gaming Report, released this week; 64% are working on multiplayer games, particularly in the shooter and battle royale genres; whilst 62% are prioritising investing in existing games via live operations and content updates.
  • Mobile remains the priority for developers, with 90% of recent games launching on mobile devices.

By Dean Takahashi

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