Fees of up to $0.20 per install threaten to upend large chunks of the industry.

  • @Rough_N_Ready@lemmy.world
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    10 months ago

    Developer makes a game for the iPhone, charges $1 for it.

    I buy the game for $1.

    Apple takes 30 cents.

    My family of 5 all install the game and play it via family sharing.

    Unity takes $0.20 X 5 = $1

    Developer loses 30 cents on the sale.