Games Powered by Unity Engine Rejected by Apple
In a stunning move, Apple is blocking new apps, particularly games, using the Unity engine. While Unity is not being blamed specifically for the problem, due to their use of developer Storm8’s API calls. These calls have been proven to be used for purposes that violate Apple’s iPhone Software Development Kit agreement. Due to this particular falling out, developer’s utilizing the API from Storm8 are now having their upcoming titles rejected as Apple works to defend iPhone users from improper use of software. According to sources no damage has been done to users, but Apple is notably fierce in their protection of customers, often coming down hard on developers perceived as using potentially sneaky code.
Due to this particular event, many titles are going to be locked up in development for a much longer period of time than would normally be expected. Apple alleges that Storm8’s titles Mobsters and also Vampires Live are in violation, so those are going to be summarily banned, but other titles such as Gameloft’s hot selling Modern Combat: Sandstorm also face potential to be removed. Unity’s long awaited role playing title Ravensword is of particular concern for gamers who have been awaiting a gaming experience similar to massively popular RPGs such as Elder Scrolls: Oblivion, available on gaming consoles.
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