Unity CTO Steve Collins Resigns After Six Months

Unity CTO Steve Collins Resigns After Six Months

Steve Collins, the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Unity, has resigned after only six months in the role. A Unity representative confirmed the departure to TechCrunch, stating that Collins made the decision for personal reasons.

We can confirm that Steve Collins has decided to leave Unity for personal reasons. We're grateful for his contributions. As we continue our transformation, we're confident our world-class tech team will keep driving the strategy forward.

Collins joined Unity in early 2024 after serving as CTO of King, the mobile gaming company behind Candy Crush. His departure marks another leadership change for Unity following a turbulent period.

Over the past year, Unity has faced significant challenges, including controversial pricing changes that sparked backlash from the developer community. These changes led to the resignation of former CEO John Riccitiello. Shortly after, Unity laid off 25% of its staff.

While Unity has attempted to move past these events, some developers remain wary. Although Collins' departure is attributed to personal reasons, this executive shakeup could further impact the company's stability and future direction.

This recent development raises questions about Unity's leadership and its ability to navigate the challenges ahead. The impact of Collins' resignation on the company's technology roadmap remains to be seen.