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The upcoming release of Unity 6 in 2023 for Linux marks a return to its original numbering convention, abandoning the Unity 2023 Linux moniker.
In 2016, the development team behind Unity altered their approach to software updates, transitioning to a quarterly schedule focused on incremental improvements rather than large-scale overhauls. This shift led to the iteration known as Unity 5.6, following the previous naming convention of Unity 2017 which received monthly updates.
With the impending launch of Unity 6 in 2024, this trend is set to continue.
During the Unite event, the company revealed its plans for Unity 6, highlighting key enhancements such as performance boosts, streamlined multiplayer game creation, and the integration of AI tools like Sentis. These tools empower developers to seamlessly incorporate AI models into their games across various platforms.
Additionally, Unity’s Muse suite of AI resources will see expansion within Unity 6, emphasizing the company’s commitment to utilizing AI technologies responsibly, as discussed by Marc Whitten from the bank earlier today.
One notable feature in the upcoming Unity 6 release is the introduction of a WebGPU graphics server, enabling developers to deploy their projects effortlessly online, whether as web applications or within local environments.
To showcase the capabilities of Unity 6, a demonstration named Fantasy Kingdom has been made available by the company for reference.
Furthermore, Unity introduced Unity Cloud, a network of interconnected services aimed at enhancing collaborative efforts among remote developers.
