Unity

Spec sheet

What it does

Unity Engine creates 2D and 3D games and interactive experiences for more than 20 platforms and billions of devices.Read 21 Oct 2026 · unity.com

Product

Unity Engine is game and app development software for creating video games and immersive experiences from CAD and 3D data.Read 30 Sep 2026 · unity.com

Deployment

Unity lists deployment support for Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, macOS, web, consoles, and XR platforms.Read 30 Sep 2026 · unity.com

Free plan

YesRead 22 Sep 2026 · unity.com

API

Unity Cloud Services APIs provide low-level API access to Unity Cloud Services, and the UGS CLI automates dashboard and administrative operations.Read 21 Oct 2026 · docs.unity.com

Integrations

Unity Integrations connect Cloud Build, Cloud Diagnostics and Collaborate with webhooks, Discord, Slack and email.Read 21 Oct 2026 · docs.unity.cn

Security

Unity says it regularly tests its services and securely stores and separates user assets; it also operates a responsible disclosure and bug bounty program.Read 30 Sep 2026 · unity.com

Support

Unity directs users to its Issue Tracker and Editor bug reporting flow, while Pro includes expedited customer support and Enterprise includes dedicated support.Read 30 Sep 2026 · unity.com

Headquarters

San Francisco, California, United StatesRead 28 Sep 2026 · unity.com

Builds

Unity Build Automation can trigger builds in the cloud across multiple platforms.Read 30 Sep 2026 · unity.com

Collaboration

The platform includes centralized collaboration workflows and real-time communication features.Read 21 Oct 2026 · unity.com

Company founded

Unity was founded in Copenhagen on August 2, 2004 by David Helgason, Nicholas Francis and Joachim Ante.Read 21 Oct 2026 · en.wikipedia.org

Company headquarters

Unity Technologies is headquartered in San Francisco, United States.Read 21 Oct 2026 · en.wikipedia.org

Company legal name

Crunchbase lists the legal name as Unity Technologies, Inc.Read 21 Oct 2026 · crunchbase.com

Company size

Wikipedia lists 4,987 employees in 2024, while Crunchbase categorizes the company in the 1,001–5,000 employee range.Read 21 Oct 2026 · en.wikipedia.org

Documentation

Unity describes its documentation as an in-depth repository covering features, interface and workflows, with user manuals and scripting references.Read 21 Oct 2026 · unity.com

Graphics

The engine includes real-time lighting, shading, and rendering optimization tools for a range of graphical styles and platforms.Read 30 Sep 2026 · unity.com

Industry eligibility

Unity Industry is required for applications outside games or entertainment when company finances exceed $1,000,000 USD.Read 30 Sep 2026 · unity.com

Installation

Unity Hub installation is documented for Windows 10 21H1 or later and macOS 12 or later.Read 21 Oct 2026 · docs.unity.com

Investors

Crunchbase lists 24 Unity investors, including Sequoia Capital and Silver Lake.Read 21 Oct 2026 · crunchbase.com

Latest release

Unity’s product page identifies Unity 6.0 as the latest long-term supported release.Read 30 Sep 2026 · unity.com

Licence

The Unity Editor is proprietary; Unity source-code access is governed by restricted proprietary terms rather than an open-source license.Read 21 Oct 2026 · source.unity3d.com

Licensing model

Unity licenses may use named-user, serial-based or floating licensing; floating licensing uses an on-premises license server.Read 21 Oct 2026 · docs.unity.com

Limit: assets and shaders

TrustRadius reviewers request a larger marketplace and more built-in assets, and say native shaders and lightmapping may need third-party add-ons.Read 21 Oct 2026 · trustradius.com

Limit: compatibility and networking

TrustRadius reviewers mention compatibility problems after updates and ask for a stronger built-in real-time networking stack.Read 21 Oct 2026 · trustradius.com

Limit: interface and compilation

G2 reviewers report an overwhelming starting interface and long compilation times.Read 21 Oct 2026 · g2.com

Limit: learning curve

GetApp reviewers say advanced Unity features have a steep learning curve and that graphics quality can trail other engines.Read 21 Oct 2026 · getapp.com

Limit: licensing complaints

Trustpilot reviewers complain that console development requires an expensive Unity Pro subscription and that monthly billing can still create a yearly commitment.Read 21 Oct 2026 · uk.trustpilot.com

LiveOps

Unity provides an ecosystem of services for post-launch player engagement and game operations.Read 21 Oct 2026 · unity.com

Multiplayer

Unity offers tools for building scalable multiplayer experiences and connecting player communities.Read 21 Oct 2026 · unity.com

Multiplayer and operations

Unity describes tools for multiplayer experiences, collaboration, and LiveOps as engine features.Read 30 Sep 2026 · unity.com

News: current release

Unity's download archive lists Unity 6000.6.6f1 released on October 15, 2026.Read 21 Oct 2026 · unity.com

News: Google partnership

On October 7, 2026 Unity and Google announced a strategic partnership for an integrated AI gaming platform planned for later in 2026.Read 21 Oct 2026 · unity.com

News: Unity 7 roadmap

On July 20, 2026 Unity announced Unity 7, with early beta planned for December 2026 and full release planned for the first quarter of 2027.Read 21 Oct 2026 · unity.com

Plan eligibility

Unity Personal is available below its stated $200K eligibility threshold, while Unity Pro and Enterprise are required above their respective revenue or funding thresholds.Read 30 Sep 2026 · unity.com

Platform partners

Unity lists Apple, Google, Magic Leap, Microsoft, Nintendo, Oculus and PlayStation as platform partners.Read 21 Oct 2026 · unity.com

Praise: capability

G2 reviewers describe Unity as powerful, versatile, suitable for beginners and professionals, and easy to set up.Read 21 Oct 2026 · g2.com

Praise: ease and accessibility

GetApp reviewers praise Unity's beginner accessibility, tutorials, community, free version, Asset Store and cross-platform flexibility.Read 21 Oct 2026 · getapp.com

Praise: integrations and support

A G2 reviewer praises the free tier, broad SDK integrations and helpful support.Read 21 Oct 2026 · g2.com

Rating on G2

4.5 out of 5 from 601 reviewsRead 21 Oct 2026 · g2.com

Rating on GetApp

4.6 out of 5 from 845 reviewsRead 21 Oct 2026 · getapp.com

Rating on Google Play

4.2 out of 5 from 33 ratings for Unity HubRead 21 Oct 2026 · appbrain.com

Rating on Trustpilot

1.2 out of 5 from 467 reviewsRead 21 Oct 2026 · trustpilot.com

Rendering

The engine provides real-time lighting, shading and rendering-optimization tools that scale from mobile to high-end PCs.Read 21 Oct 2026 · unity.com

Scripting

Unity uses .NET and C# scripting and works with tools including Visual Studio and JetBrains Rider.Read 21 Oct 2026 · unity.com

SDK extensibility

Unity's Asset Store SDK section lists integrations, APIs, plugins and developer tools, with more than 13,000 assets and 85,000-plus customer ratings.Read 21 Oct 2026 · assetstore.unity.com

Security practices

Unity says it performs ongoing security assessments, operates bug-bounty and responsible-disclosure programs, and separates and tests stored customer assets.Read 21 Oct 2026 · unity.com

System requirements

Unity 6 Editor supports Windows 10 21H1 or newer, Windows 11, macOS Big Sur 11 or newer, and Ubuntu 22.04 or 24.04; 8 GB RAM is recommended.Read 21 Oct 2026 · docs.unity3d.com

Trust and compliance

Unity’s Trust Center displays PCI and SOC 2 Type II badges and lists security, audit, and compliance documents.Read 30 Sep 2026 · trust.unity.com

Plans and prices

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