Unity 5 was released a couple weeks ago at GDC 2015 in San Francisco, California. If you know anything about the game development industry, you know that Unity is a powerhouse in terms of design and its evolving feature set. The launch of the Unity Cloud Build is just a start to the productivity and efficiency boost that is taking over the development platform. But with the release of a Unity 5 Personal Edition and Unity 5 Pro Edition, there is a little bit of confusion regarding what features each license includes. If Unity 5 Personal Edition includes the Unity engine and all its features, what are the benefits to purchasing Unity 5 Professional?

Have no fear, game enthusiasts. This blog is here to highlight the benefits of a Unity 5 Professional license, and how it can offer you a sneak peek at Unity features that are on the horizon.

Top 8 Features Included in Unity 5 Pro Edition

Check out eight features that are exclusive to Unity 5 Professional Edition, and sure to make a difference in your 3D interactive content build.

1. Unity Cloud Build Pro
   Automatically, build projects in the cloud, and share with others. This 12 month subscription is a $300 USD value included with your Unity 5 Pro purchase, and great when developing for mobile. Whenever you make a change and submit it, a build is sent to the cloud. You will be notified on your devices when the build is ready. Add as many collaborators as you want.
2. Unity Analytics Pro
   Boosts retention, engagement and monetization for your project. Understand your audience and get actionable insights.
3. Team License
   Reduces the time it takes teams to import assets, which facilitates efficient project sharing and boosts productivity. Previously a $500 USD value, it is now only available in Unity 5 Pro and gives you access to two core features including: the Asset Server (version control, Perforce & Plastic SCM) and the Cache Server.
4. Beta Access
   Unity Pro users can test and try new features before they hit their official release dates. Be one step ahead of the game.
5. Asset Store Level 11
   Offers free and heavily discounted digital assets updated on a monthly basis – including: 3D models, visual scripting plug-ins, editor extensions and more.
6. Game Performance Reporting
   Capture your game’s exceptions during development and after launch. Monitor your detailed reports available via a web dashboard.
7. Customizable Splash Screen
   Users can customize the splash screen for Windows Phone 8, Blackberry 10 and Windows Store Apps, based on their personal branding – or the brand of a contracted client. (Purchase the Complete Suite and this feature extends to iOS and Android platforms)
8. Priority Bug Handling
   Incoming bug reports from Unity 5 Pro users will have higher priority from Unity support and verified first.

Explore Creativity Further with Unity 5 Pro

Purchase a Unity 5 Professional Edition license to get the full benefits of the Unity development platform. As a developer with Unity experience your skills will be in demand in the medical training, virtual reality, architecture, military simulation, advertising, retail segments and of course the gaming industry. Don’t wait for release dates, be a part of the action with beta access and optional source code access – exclusive to Unity 5 Pro users. Students and faculty can get up to 50% off commercial pricing, without sacrificing any of these highlighted features.

Get more information on Unity 5 Professional Edition and learn how you can get your own Unity 5 Pro license today!