Unity announces enhanced engine performance and stability with new platforms and AI workflows

Unity 6 game engine maker Unity said that developers can expect enhanced performance and stability, expanded platform support, and new AI-powered workflows in the three Unity 6 updates planned for 2025. The first update Unity 6.1, lands in April. “We don’t want developers to have to choose between stability and new features, or between fidelity and ubiquity. We are committed to delivering it all,” said Matt Bromberg, CEO of Unity, in a statement. “Pressure testing new releases in production environments with our partners is enabling much higher quality builds.” Unity 6.1 will enable higher frame rates, smoother gameplay, lower CPU/GPU load for better device performance, and improved debugging for easier optimization. Additionally, Unity is doubling down on its platform reach, extending Unity 6.1’s platform support beyond the current 20+ platforms to include large and foldable Android screens, Meta Quest, Android XR build profiles, and Instant Games, with WebGPU available to all d ... Read full article.