A Rare Instance of Accountability in the Gaming Industry

The recent departure of John Riccitiello from Unity has sparked a discussion on accountability in the gaming industry. This column explores the consequences of Unity's Runtime Fee debacle and compares it to past executive failures, including those of Ken Kutaragi and Don Mattrick. It also examines the approach of Satoru Iwata, who held himself accountable for Nintendo's struggles. The column concludes that Riccitiello's resignation is a rare instance of accountability in the industry, but notes that it does not address the underlying problems that led to the Runtime Fee policy.