Dawn comes without an associated history, and this is a crucial factor that other figures have not had.  So far, it has allowed hope to thrive without the stigma of past negative experiences that hurt sales and appeal.  The team is veteran, qualified, and inspires confidence.  There is a lot of dissatisfaction of those who have been in the community for many years, seeking a positive new path.  If this will ultimately make a difference in the acceptance of Dawn as a new standard by avoiding unpopular decisions by existing content houses, time will tell.

 

 

As far as compatibility, there will be those available to help see to bi-platform production happen where it is desired.  But there will always be those who just don't want to take on the learning curve of another studio for the sake of users of that software, or upgrade their hardware to be able to use it.  People make what they want to make with what they know and have. Users need to get used to the fact that if they want something that badly, they can also tackle the learning curve.

 

For example, I want a modo version of Dawn, and I'm willing to rig it myself in modo in order to get it.  I can tell that no one is interested in doing it for me.  Moping and crying won't get it for me.  I spent a lot of hard hours learning to do it correctly, with weight mapping, and vertex mapping for morphs.  So if you want it that badly, learn to make it yourself.  There comes a point where voting with your pocket book doesn't cut it, and you just have to fish, cut bait, or go hungry.

 

Expecting others to please your every whim is a fool's game.  It's just not going to happen.  Be happy with what you've got available to you and make the most of it.  And appreciate what others do for you.  Your life will be happier once you do.