Ads Integration & Monetization

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Unity Cheat Sheet: #39

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Why Monetization Matters

  • Sustainable Development: Fund ongoing updates
  • User Experience: Balance revenue vs enjoyment
  • Platform Rules: Stay compliant with stores
  • Revenue Growth: Optimize income streams
  • Player Retention: Keep players engaged

Unity Ads Integration

Interstitial: Full screen between gameplay

Rewarded: Optional ads for benefits

Banner: Persistent non-intrusive ads

Playable: Interactive demo ads

Custom: Strategic ad placement


Ad Management

  • Initialize: Setup the ad system
  • Check Ready: Verify ads available
  • Place Properly: Strategic positioning
  • Handle Events: Respond to ad states
  • Manage Failures: Handle errors gracefully

Banner Specifics

  • Position: Smart placement
  • Loading: Efficient ad fetching
  • Visibility: Show/hide as needed
  • Events: Track performance
  • Layout: Adapt to screens

In-App Purchases

  • Consumables: Single-use items
  • Non-consumables: Permanent features
  • Subscriptions: Recurring benefits
  • Premium: One-time upgrades
  • Content: Additional features

Store Integration

  • Product Setup: Define offerings
  • Price Handling: Multi-currency support
  • Receipt Checks: Validate purchases
  • Purchase Flow: Smooth transactions
  • Restore: Handle reinstalls

Critical Mistakes

  • Aggressive Ads: Annoying players
  • Skip Validation: Security risks
  • Poor Errors: Bad user experience
  • Bad Balance: Revenue vs retention
  • Wrong Setup: Lost income

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