So's popularity. I'm sure they consider a lot when picking tools. You're claiming this proves something that requires hard evidence to disprove, but I don't think the connection is as strong as you imply.
So, in the context of a thread about resource usage, what does the commercial success of the tools prove?
That shows how little you know about AAA studios culture regarding performance.
My credentials are having been a IGDA member for several years, already been in places like SCEE SOHO studio, regular GDCE attendee during its time in UK, and first GCDE in continental.
And to turn you question around, it proves that arguing about RAII impact on commercial success of the tools is completly irrelevant without solid proofs, they are printing money.
