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Download the launcher

Before you can install and run Unreal Editor, you’ll need to download and install the Epic Games launcher.

Install Epic Games launcher

Once downloaded and installed, open the launcher and create or log in to your Epic Games account.

Get support, or restart your Epic Games launcher download in Step 1.

Install Unreal Engine

Once logged in, navigate to the Unreal Engine tab and click the Install button to download the most recent version.

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Download from source code

Steps for connecting to the source code repository and downloading the latest build of Unreal Engine.

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System Requirements

Minimum and recommended hardware specifications and necessary software for developing with Unreal Engine.

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Windows

Windows 10 64-bit, quad-core Intel or AMD, 2.5 GHz or faster, 8 GB RAM, DirectX 11 or 12 compatible graphics card

Linux

Linux Ubuntu 18.04, quad-core Intel or AMD, 2.5 GHz or faster, 32 GB RAM, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 or Higher

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macOS

Latest macOS 13.x, quad-core Intel, 2.5 GHz or faster, 8 GB RAM, Metal 1.2 Compatible Graphics Card


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Licensing

We’ve streamlined our license terms to make your choices clearer. Need something designed just for you? Work with us to create a custom license. Visit our FAQ or reach out to the community if you have any questions.

Under $1 million USD in revenue?

Free

  • Game developers (royalties apply after $1 million USD gross product revenue)

  • Individuals and small businesses (with less than $1 million USD in annual gross revenue)

  • For educators and schools (no revenue limits)

  • Access to the source code
  • All platforms & features
  • Forums and documentation on the Epic Developer Community
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Over $1 million USD in revenue?

Royalty-based

If you're creating a game or application that relies on engine code at runtime and will be licensed to third party end users, you'll pay royalties and won't be required to purchase seats.

Seat-based

If you're using Unreal Engine for commercial purposes, have generated more than $1 million in the past 12 months, and are not creating a game or application that relies on engine code at runtime and will be licensed to third party end users, then a seat license fee is required.

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How to get started in Unreal Engine

New to real-time 3D? Making the switch from another engine? Wherever you’re coming from, we’ve got onboarding, tutorials, samples, documentation, and more to help you get started. 
 

Tutorials

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Your first hour in Unreal Engine

Your first Hour in Unreal Engine 5.2

Epic Online Learning · 2yr ago
We’ll look at the launcher, editor creating a basic level including lighting and level layout.
Stack 'O' Bot screenshot

Your First Game in Unreal Engine 5

Andi · 3yr ago
Practical in-editor demo showcasing UE5's rapid game creation from scratch.
BeginPlay

BeginPlay

Epic Online Learning · 3yr ago
A developer focused overview of Unreal Engine’s features and tools.
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Documentation

Know what you want to do, but not how? Dig into our wide range of documentation to find your footing!

Understanding the Basics
Working with Content
Programming & Scripting
Setting Up Your Production Pipeline
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Sample projects

Samples are pre-built projects designed to help you quickly learn and get working in Unreal Engine without needing to start from scratch. Download, play, deconstruct, and make them your own.

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Stack O' Bot screenshot

Stack O’ Bot

Stack'O'Bot is a new small project that can be a good starting point for advanced beginners.
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Content Examples

Get up to speed with a variety of different techniques for building your own games.
Lyra screenshot

Lyra Sample Game

A perfect starting point for those looking to jump right into Unreal Engine for Game Development.
Cropout screenshot

Cropout

A casual game sample that shows you best practices for creating for cross-platform titles.
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Developer Community

Learn new things. Connect with people like you.⁠ Join the Epic Developer Community.

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Tutorials

The latest tutorials & courses from our experts.
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Documentation

Complete resources for learning Unreal Engine.
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Sample projects

Explore Unreal Engine with a range of example content.
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Snippets

Chunks of code or script you can use in your project.
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Roadmap

For a glimpse of what features and updates are coming to Unreal Engine, visit the roadmap.
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