Get started with Unity for console development
Multiplatform from the start
Success starts at concept. Think about building for console platforms before you begin development.
New to console video game development?
Start with resources to help you gain approval with platform holders and get started on developing your game.
UNITY FOR GAMES
Why develop a console game with Unity?
Through day one integrations and platform optimizations, Unity offers professional game developers tools and resources to reach gamers across the most popular consoles.
““Unity’s versatile engine is great for cross-platform development. It offers extensive multiplatform support, and is clear and concise in terms of flexibility on the application level, as well as its lower-layer architecture. This accelerated our development.” ”
Zhenzhong Yi - MiHoYo
Technical Director
Frequently asked questions
Before gaining access to the build modules, you have to apply for developer status and require approval from each of the platform holders in order to develop for their platforms. Additionally, an active Unity Pro subscription (or with a Preferred Platform license key provided by the respective platform holder) is required for development on these closed platforms.
Yes, you can build and deploy to closed platforms such as Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®, Xbox®, and Google Stadia with an active Unity Pro subscription (or with a Preferred Platform license key provided by the respective platform holder).
You will also require approval from each platform holder in order to develop for their platforms. Check out each of the platform pages for their respective developer registration for more information.
Yes. You fully own the content you create with Unity, even if you cancel your subscription.
Nintendo Switch is a trademark of Nintendo.
*Based on internal Unity estimates