A Rare Instance of Accountability in the Gaming Industry

This week, John Riccitiello stepped down as CEO of Unity, marking a rare instance of accountability in the gaming industry. His departure comes after the company's ill-advised attempt to impose a per-install fee on games made with the Unity engine. The announcement of Riccitiello's departure makes no mention of the Runtime Fee controversy, instead framing it as a retirement. However, this move is seen as a positive step towards accountability, as Riccitiello takes responsibility for the company's actions. This is in contrast to other executives, such as Ken Kutaragi and Don Mattrick, who did not face similar consequences for their mistakes. The article also highlights the importance of accountability in the gaming industry, citing examples of companies that have suffered due to a lack of accountability. Ultimately, Riccitiello's departure serves as a warning to other executives that they will be held accountable for their actions, and it marks the beginning of a long process for Unity to rebuild trust with developers.