Is The Blender Foundation getting rid of addons
Hey Blenderheads! Buckle up, because a potential shakeup is brewing in the Blender community. Whispers are swirling about the possibility of addons especially paid Addons being ditched in favor of free, open-source Extensions in the future
Now, this is purely speculation at this point, but the idea has some serious implications worth chewing on.
On one hand, the democratization of functionality is undeniably appealing. Imagine a world where everyone has access to the same set of tools, regardless of their wallet size. This could be a boon for new users and small studios, leveling the playing field and fostering creativity.
But here’s the rub: what about the amazing developers churning out those incredible Addons we all love? Without the financial incentive, would they be as motivated to create cutting-edge features? Could this lead to a slowdown in innovation?
The logistics also raise some questions. How would massive files, currently staples in some Addons, be handled under the Extension model?
The Blender Foundation remains tight-lipped, so this is all speculation for now. But one thing’s for sure: the potential shift from Addons to Extensions has sparked a lively debate within the community.
What do you think? Is this a bold move towards accessibility, or a recipe for stifled development? Let’s keep the conversation flowing in the comments below!
