Hey I was just wondering if it was possible to make non-game apps with Unity (maybe a survey form, rss reader, etc, though slightly more engaging) obviously I know there probably is an easier way(just with android/apple SDK), just wondering if it’s possible and even useful (as it could be ported to different platforms) and if there is any tutorials or articles about this. Thanks!
It is possible to create non game applications, but depending on the task its definitely not a suitable option due to build size, missing features (no inbuilt browser for example) and alike.
But you won’t find tutorials for it as such “non game” applications are often task specific and based on customer needs, so tailored for exactly there kind.
Also they are developed like any other unity application, just with things working and looking differently, so all you need to do is understand unity and then learn the aspects related to the task you want to achieve / business programming / whereever your app heading towards
perfect thanks. The size is the only issue, it will be like interactive learning guide. Thanks! I will finish up on the tutorials I have started
You can get WebView (html browser) by using a native plugin. Either write the Objective-C glue code yourself, or just use the prime31 iOS etcetera package. I’ve used it to render large chunks of scrollable text, I was frustrated with doing it in NGUI. Just embed the WebView, and you’re good to go.