In the ever-evolving world of technology, Unity, a renowned game engine maker, has stepped up its game by introducing a groundbreaking developer (game creator) program. This program aims to empower users to create innovative experiences for the highly anticipated Apple Vision Pro.
Unity is not just your average game engine; it's a versatile subscription platform that caters to developers seeking to create captivating games and engaging advertisements.
While Unity has seen immense success, it encountered a roadblock with its previous App Tracking Transparency workaround, which unfortunately didn't quite hit the mark.
However, Unity is not one to back down from challenges. In a remarkable move, the company joined forces with tech giant Apple to establish a brand new beta program. This program opens doors for Unity developers to build powerful apps tailored specifically for the upcoming Apple Vision Pro.
Ralph Hauwert, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Unity Runtime, Editor, and Ecosystems, couldn't contain his excitement about this collaboration.
He eagerly expressed how thrilled Unity is to partner with Apple and bring the creations of millions of game and app developers to this exciting new platform.
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The partnership goes beyond mere cooperation; it aims to create a more seamless and efficient app development process. Unity's PolySpatial technology, in combination with Apple's Reality-Kit app rendering, presents developers with a user-friendly Editor.
This empowers them to craft immersive experiences with ease, using the tools they are already familiar with.
Unity has always been committed to enabling developers to create once and deploy across various platforms. The collaboration with Apple for the Vision Pro further reinforces this commitment, making app development a breeze for developers aiming to reach diverse audiences.
One exciting aspect of this partnership is the integration of Unity's PolySpatial with Apple's visionOS features. This ensures that apps created with Unity possess a consistent and unified appearance alongside other visionOS apps. This unification brings a fresh and cohesive experience to users.
Mike Rockwell, Apple's Vice President of the Vision Products Group, applauds the extensive community of developers who have utilized Unity's powerful authoring tools to craft exceptional 3D experiences. He eagerly anticipates the incredible apps these developers will create for Apple Vision Pro.
Apps and games developed using Unity will run natively on Apple Vision Pro, granting developers access to groundbreaking visionOS features.
From low latency pass-through to high-resolution rendering, the possibilities are vast. This seamless integration allows Unity developers to take full advantage of the unique capabilities of Apple Vision Pro.
The excitement surrounding Apple Vision Pro is building up, as its release in the US is slated for early 2024.
Apple's lead designer, Alan Dye, has given a glimpse into the years of dedicated effort invested in the product. Astonishingly, this endeavor encompasses approximately 5,000 patents that were cleverly filed during development.
If you're a developer keen to be part of this revolutionary journey, you can apply to join the beta program right away. To participate, make sure you're using the new Unity 2022 LTS software, which is currently available for download.
Sources: investors.unity.com
