Besides that I'm happy it's gone completely free now along with full access to the source code and GitHub. Just as Valve and their Source Engine 2, I think Unreal Engine 4 will be a great benefit towards the gaming industry as it allows design to be much more accessible.
I think the trend of companies releasing software to the public and being much more accepting of players, beginners and casual hobbyists getting involved in creative design is a step in the right direction. The harsh truth for companies is that if people want your software, they'll find a way to get it regardless of what you do. You may as well welcome people with open arms to collaborate through your software and both sides win that way. I think Valve are the greatest piece of evidence of this as they've built their reputation around players getting involved in making content for their games with their software and it's only made them more popular and successful while maintaining a good relationship with its community members. I hope companies continue to delve further in this direction as I think only good can come out of it.
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