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Hi-Fi RUSH was inspired by Shaun of the Dead and Futurama

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 14:00:00 GMT

Developer Tango Gameworks talks about how Blueprints, UE’s Animation Editor, and the Editor Utility Widget allowed the studio to create the unique rhythmic action gameplay.

ONE PIECE ODYSSEY turns the popular manga into a rousing RPG adventure as a celebration of its 25th anniversary

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 16:00:00 GMT

For the 25th anniversary of the ONE PIECE manga and anime series, Bandai Namco Entertainment and ILCA explain how they crafted ONE PIECE ODYSSEY, an immense RPG adventure that honors the series’ history.

From Lion King to fairyland: inside the beautiful world of Brave Creatures

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 14:00:00 GMT

Journey into a short that feels destined for bigger things, as we learn how an Academy Award-winner tapped Epic Ecosystem standards like UE5, Megascans, MetaHumans, and the Path Tracer to pull you into a fairy world on the brink of war.

34EVERLAST represents a composer's journey deep into game development

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 17:30:00 GMT

Syohei Ogami of Kanata Lab spent years as a successful musician, only to see a musical project turn into 34EVERLAST, a high-speed action game that you can complete in as little as 10 minutes.

Why Ukiyo is a casual game about escaping a Japanese virtual reality

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 16:00:00 GMT

Ukiyo’s Epic MegaGrant introduced devs to Japan’s indie game scene.

March Marketplace Sale preview: over 1,500 products—now 70% off

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 14:00:00 GMT

There are all kinds of great products to choose from this month. Click now to see some of our personal favorites and explore the sale today.

Crafting the neon lights and crushingly loud music of Tokyo Underground Killer

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 17:30:00 GMT

Unreal Engine’s Editor Utility Widget shaped the Epic MegaGrant recipient’s key manga look and feel.

How Unreal Engine helped Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio reinvent Like a Dragon: Ishin! for modern consoles

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 14:00:00 GMT

Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio revisits one of its older Yakuza spin-offs with Like a Dragon: Ishin. The developer turns to Unreal Engine to remaster a title that never saw a Western release until now.

Japan Games Week 2023

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 15:00:00 GMT

Check out the diverse array of Unreal Engine-powered games coming out of Japan.

Self-service publishing now available for the Epic Games Store!

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 14:30:00 GMT

Want to distribute your PC game to an audience of over 68 million monthly active PC users? Now you can register, configure, and distribute eligible PC games on the Epic Games Store directly through the dev portal.

Featured free Unreal Marketplace content—March 2023

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 15:00:00 GMT

Transport your characters to the opera, the great outdoors, or cozy up in a modern home with this month’s free Unreal Marketplace 3D assets. Take a look at the options inside!

Free Control Rig and Mannequin asset packs now available for real-time animators

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Available now on the Unreal Engine Marketplace, our new Control Rig Samples and Mannequins asset packs can be downloaded for free. If you don’t have any prior experience with real-time animation, this is a perfect place to begin a lifelong journey.

Preserving European royal heritage with RealityCapture and Unreal Engine

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 15:00:00 GMT

To conserve the legacy of Sisi, 19th-century Empress of Austria and Queen of Hungary, digital art service Artzenal has recreated sections of the Empress’s private collection—along with her palace chambers in Vienna as they would have looked during her lifetime—in breathtaking detail.

Firewall Ultra uses Unreal Engine 5 to evolve the VR shooter franchise on PlayStation®VR2

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Developer First Contact Entertainment explains how it pushed its squad-based shooter forward with Firewall Ultra, utilizing next-gen tech like the PlayStation®VR2 and Unreal Engine 5.

How Horizon Call of the Mountain leverages PS VR2 to deliver next-gen virtual reality

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 14:30:00 GMT

Guerrilla Studio Director and Studio Art Director Jan-Bart van Beek talks about the development behind the VR game Horizon Call of the Mountain.

Another Fisherman's Tale pushes boundaries as the sequel to 2019's award-winning VR puzzler

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 15:00:00 GMT

Following the award-winning A Fisherman’s Tale, InnerspaceVR returns with an all-new virtual reality puzzle experience. Another Fisherman’s Tale continues to push the boundaries of the medium while offering a charming adventure for protagonist Bob the Fisherman to explore.

CROSSFIRE: Sierra Squad brings the FPS franchise to a new reality

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 17:00:00 GMT

CROSSFIRE: Sierra Squad sees the fast-paced first-person shooter moving into virtual reality. Developer Smilegate explains how Unreal Engine and an Epic MegaGrant helped build an immersive experience on PlayStation®VR2.

Explore the Old West with these free Unreal Engine assets

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 16:02:02 GMT

Journey back to the Wild West and learn how to use Unreal Engine while you’re at it. We’re giving away seven free 3D asset packs with close to 400 meshes in them, together with a beginner-based tutorial with some ideas of how to use them. Check it out!

Unreal Engine powers over a dozen PlayStation®VR2 launch games

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 15:00:00 GMT

Unreal Engine-powered PlayStation®VR2 launch titles include Horizon Call of the Mountain, The Dark Pictures: Switchback VR, Saints & Sinners - Chapter 2: Retribution, and more.

The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners 2 continues to raise the VR bar

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Developer Skydance Interactive details the keys to successful VR game development.

February Marketplace Sale preview: over 1,500 products—now 50% off

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 15:00:00 GMT

There’s all kinds of great products to choose from this month. Click now to see some of our personal favorites and explore the sale today.

Don’t Blink: Supermassive’s new horror game Switchback VR is watching you

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 14:00:00 GMT

Supermassive Games first PlayStation®VR2 title leverages eye tracking, haptics and Unreal Engine to deliver heart-pounding horror

Hubris is a graphically gorgeous VR adventure

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 15:00:00 GMT

Developed by Belgian developer Cyborn, who comes from a media and entertainment background, Hubris captures the scope, scale, and beauty of AAA games, but finds a whole new perspective in virtual reality.

The first year out: moving from student to 3D artist

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 15:00:00 GMT

Read on as three inspirational 3D artists offer pro tips on what they’ve learned as they move from school to game and VFX powerhouses like Blizzard Entertainment, DNEG, and more.

VR Games Week

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 17:00:00 GMT

All throughout this week, we're going to be highlighting awesome Unreal Engine-powered VR games.

VR Games Week 2023 starts next week!

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Unreal Engine’s VR Games Week celebrates PlayStation VR2, Meta Quest 2, and PCVR games.

Designing for everyone: Teaching inclusive design with Unreal Engine

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 15:00:00 GMT

Virtual worlds can be joyful experiences that speak to people from all walks of life…if you design them that way. Learn how California College of the Arts is turning students into thoughtful world-builders who know how to welcome all-comers.

Download the ‘Lighting in Unreal Engine 5 for Educators and Students’ guide

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 15:30:00 GMT

Lumen, VSMs—UE5 has ushered in the next wave of lighting tools for game devs. So how can students/educators start taking advantage of them? Find out today in this free overview.

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 15:00:00 GMT

Join Epic Games at GDC 2023 for the State of Unreal, insightful tech talks, and the chance to play the latest Unreal Engine games at our booths on the show floor.

Real-time round-up: the state of interactive 3D

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 19:00:00 GMT

Last year saw some key milestones on our journey toward a future filled with virtual worlds and interactive 3D experiences. In this post, we dive into the stats and stories that told the tale of real-time technology in 2022.

Unwrap Festival: How Howest University inspires students to think beyond game development

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 15:00:00 GMT

Learn how Rookie Award-nominated school Howest University supplements their students’ game development education with a unique festival that explores the crossover of game engines and entertainment.

New Unreal Learning Kit: How to make a virtual Rube Goldberg machine

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 16:30:00 GMT

Find out how to start incorporating Unreal Engine into your curriculum with the latest iteration of Epic Games’ Unreal Learning Kit that teaches students about physics animation in a fun way.

Welcome to Education Week 2023!

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 16:00:00 GMT

Join us February 13-17 for a week dedicated to students, educators, and future masters of the Unreal Engine ecosystem. We’ll have live Q&As, fresh learning materials, new Spotlights, and much more. Have a look!

Featured free Unreal Marketplace content—February 2023

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 15:00:00 GMT

It’s time to wrap your characters in glitter, stage a heist, and make some puzzles with this month’s free Unreal Marketplace 3D assets. See all the options now!

Announcing our VFX-themed Unreal Challenge: Spellar Performance

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 15:00:00 GMT

Try something new and join the community in testing your skills in our latest Unreal Challenge: Spellar Performance, focusing on all things VFX. Get involved for your chance to win cash, software licenses, swag, and more!

Battle-testing Unreal Engine 5.1’s new features on Fortnite Battle Royale Chapter 4

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 20:30:00 GMT

In this blog, we’ll look at some of the Unreal Engine 5 features that benefited from being put through their paces in Fortnite Battle Royale Chapter 4, and the resulting improvements in UE 5.1 that will empower you to create more detailed and faster open world games.

Lumen brings real-time global illumination to Fortnite Battle Royale Chapter 4

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 20:00:00 GMT

Discover how Lumen elevated the lighting in Fortnite Battle Royale Chapter 4 with accurate global illumination, ray-traced reflections on glossy surfaces (even indoors), and dynamic lighting that reacts to game events in real time.

Virtual Shadow Maps in Fortnite Battle Royale Chapter 4

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 20:00:00 GMT

Explore how Virtual Shadow Maps combine with the power of Nanite to efficiently render accurate shadows—from close range all the way to the horizon—in Fortnite Battle Royale Chapter 4.

Bringing Nanite to Fortnite Battle Royale in Chapter 4

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 20:00:00 GMT

Discover how the new Nanite Programmable Rasterizer in Unreal Engine 5.1 enables you to leverage features like World Position Offset, Pixel Depth Offset, custom UVs, and more—and see the system in action in Fortnite Battle Royale Chapter 4!

How The Green Fairy morphed into a transmedia franchise for CONICAL

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 17:00:00 GMT

VR, TV shows, Tik Tok vlogs, video games—The Green Fairy does it all. In this video spotlight, MegaGrant recipient CONICAL shows us just how far you can take a good idea if you’re having fun and staying creative.

Snacko: Husband/wife duo fix a ruined island with sprightly cats and a MegaGrant

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 14:30:00 GMT

After four years in development, a team of charming indie game developers tell us how an Epic MegaGrant helped them finish their cat-centric farm sim, adventure game, Snacko in our latest video Spotlight.

Kibwe is an upcoming UE5 animated film from Mozambique, Africa

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 14:00:00 GMT

Check out our video spotlight on Kibwe, an upcoming Unreal Engine 5 animated film coming out of Mozambique.

Real Virtual Beauty Training: diverse and authentic character design

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 21:30:00 GMT

Learn how to create authentic characters for your game in this new course that focuses on self-expression, storytelling, and understanding character design principles.

Dream game, no compromises: How a solo dev made Omno

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Following your dreams takes guts! Check out our video spotlight with solo developer Jonas Manke, as he discusses how he made the critically-acclaimed adventure game Omno with the help of a MegaGrant.

MegaGrants Week 2023 starts today!

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 14:30:00 GMT

The MegaGrants community is one of the most inspiring parts of the 3D world. Join us all week as we debut inspiring stories, exclusive livestreams, artist insights, and tips on what makes projects stand out.

MegaGrants Week

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 15:00:00 GMT

A growing community of 3D creators is achieving their wildest dreams with the help of Epic MegaGrants, expanding the impact of real-time technology in the process. In a few short days, we’ll be exploring some of the community's most inspiring creators as part of MegaGrants Week.

January Marketplace Sale: over 1,500 products—now 50% off

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 15:00:00 GMT

There’s all kinds of great products to choose from this month. Click now to see some of our personal favorites and explore the sale today.

Unreal Fest 2022: Sessions for creators across all industries

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 16:00:00 GMT

This year’s Unreal Fest featured tracks dedicated to games, media & entertainment, architecture, automotive, and simulation. But some sessions refused to be pigeonholed, having broad appeal for creators across all industries. Check out the highlights of our Cross-Industry track here.

Featured free Unreal Marketplace content—January 2023

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 15:00:00 GMT

Are you creating an action-RPG with spell-based combat? Need some indoor assets and animations for a project? Find all that, along with a collision detection system, sound effects, and more in this month's free Unreal Marketplace assets.

Park Beyond is a theme park sim that allows its players to create impossible experiences

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 17:00:00 GMT

Technical Director at Limbic Entertainment Mohamed Hafez talks about Park Beyond’s approach to landscape generation, discusses how the game’s NPCs work, and explains how Unreal Engine helps the team assemble large scenes.

Unreal Engine learning content for December

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 14:00:00 GMT

Digital puppeteering, connecting virtual cameras to the Live Link VCam app, and a tutorial on creating your own custom tool palette—this month’s free Unreal Engine courses will knock your socks off. Check it out!

Odyssey Interactive, a new studio composed of former Riot Games devs, talks about creating multiplatform game Omega Strikers

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 17:00:00 GMT

Developers from the Odyssey Interactive speak about their free-to-play, multi-platform game Omega Strikers’ art style and explain how Unreal Engine helps them create exciting gameplay mechanics.

On-demand sessions from Unreal Fest 2022 architecture track now available!

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 15:00:00 GMT

Unreal Fest 2022 in New Orleans featured more than 120 sessions across six industry-specific tracks, including one dedicated to architecture. Don’t miss these fascinating insights and exciting new product demonstrations that cover everything from digital twins to the metaverse.

Inside Unreal: looking back at 2022 and shining a light on what's to come

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 15:30:00 GMT

Missed the last Inside Unreal livestream of 2022? Never fear: you can catch up here as we review some of the highlights of the year with Epic Games CEO and Founder Tim Sweeney and other members of the team.

Media & entertainment:
2022 highlights

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 19:00:00 GMT

In the last year, the media & entertainment industry has seen sky-rocketing adoption of real-time technology. Take a look at some of the highlights.

Taking Big City Greens from 2D to 3D animation in Unreal Engine

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 17:30:00 GMT

Discover how a talented team of animators at Disney took the Greens into another dimension for Big City Greens holiday special ‘Virtually Christmas’, borrowing 2D art techniques for 3D animation in Unreal Engine.

Coral Island: Inside the chill farm sim reinventing the genre

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 17:00:00 GMT

How Unreal Engine empowered an Indonesian studio’s first game to break the farm sim mold.

Unreal Fest 2022 content for simulation now available on demand

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 15:00:00 GMT

This year’s Unreal Fest event included a special track for the simulation industry, featuring inspirational speakers from NASA, dSPACE, Maxar, blackshark.ai, Cesium, Esri, Red 6, Metatexel, and CAE. If you weren’t able to attend in person, you can review those sessions here.

See what ANZ filmmakers created for the Unreal Engine Short Film Challenge

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 18:30:00 GMT

What had some of the world’s biggest studios clapping their hands? See highlights from our latest Short Film Challenge, which saw Australian and New Zealander animators turning out powerful stories with the help of UE5, MetaHumans, and more.

Unreal Engine developers honored at The Game Awards 2022

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 17:00:00 GMT

17 Unreal Engine-powered games were nominated across 18 categories with several titles from within the Unreal community taking home wins at The Game Awards 2022, including best indie game, best fighting game, and best esports title.

Epic MegaGrants: 2022 Update

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 14:30:00 GMT

We’ve assembled some of the most impressive 2022 MegaGrants projects for you to check out. Social good games, Smart MetaHumans, digital twins—see why MegaGrants recipients are stunning market after market with their fresh takes on real-time tech.

Virtual Assets in Unreal Engine 5.1—smaller, faster data syncs

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 16:30:00 GMT

Want a way to streamline your game development process with smaller workspaces and faster data syncs? A new feature released with Unreal Engine 5.1 could be just the thing you’re looking for. Explore Virtual Assets in this tech blog.

Immersive storytelling: empowering the next generation of XR entrepreneurs

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 15:00:00 GMT

How do you teach the world to use the same immersive storytelling tools that have fascinated you for years? GRX Immersive Labs has created an XR storytelling platform that teaches Unreal Engine, virtual reality, and virtual production to creators of all backgrounds.

Get game audio tips from our favorite talks at GameSoundCon

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 18:00:00 GMT

Want to make better game audio? Looking for a reason to finally explore MetaSounds? We’ve got videos for all comers.

High on Life pushes the frontiers of comedy in video games

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 15:00:00 GMT

Developed by Squanch Games, the game studio founded by Rick and Morty co-creator Justin Roiland, High on Life has been described as Blade Runner meets Jim Henson.

Featured free Unreal Marketplace content—December 2022

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 15:00:00 GMT

Are you building a platformer? Or even creating a restaurant? There’s a lot of great finds in this month’s free Unreal Marketplace assets drop that can help developers—especially if you’re working with stylized assets.

Unreal Fest 2022: catch up on content for game developers

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 17:00:00 GMT

At our recent Unreal Fest 2022 conference, experts from Epic Games and the developer community offered practical training and shared illuminating insights on a wide range of topics, from building open worlds to keeping asset dependency chains under control.

Unreal Challenge: Creep It Real–winners announced!

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 19:00:00 GMT

The time has come to announce the winners of our second Unreal Challenge, Creep It Real, in which participants exercised their worldbuilding skills to create something suitably scary.

RealityScan is now free to download on iOS

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 14:00:00 GMT

RealityScan is a free-to-download 3D scanning app for mobile devices that turns photographed objects into high-fidelity 3D models. Once you’re done, export to Sketchfab and share your creation with the world.

New MetaHuman release brings easier sharing and DNA calibration

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 14:50:00 GMT

The latest MetaHuman release includes the ability to more easily share, collaborate, and iterate on characters, together with a new resource that enables you to edit various aspects of the MetaHuman DNA file for customization and/or pipeline integration.

Online course: MetaHuman facial animation with Faceware Analyzer and Retargeter

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 17:30:00 GMT

Ready to unlock the secrets to animating realistic facial performances? Learn how to create real-time facial animation for your MetaHumans with Faceware Analyzer and Retargeter! Start these two partnered courses today.

Lockheed Martin engages Unreal Engine for aerospace simulation R&D

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 14:00:00 GMT

Lockheed Martin has a long history of innovation, so it’s not surprising that they’re using Unreal Engine to develop aerospace simulation training. Find out how the engine’s visual quality, interoperability, scalability, and vast talent pool is helping them achieve their goals for next-gen simulation.

Chasing the Unseen leverages fractal math to generate its environments

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 17:00:00 GMT

Find out how a solo indie developer leveraged Unreal, Houdini, and fractal math to create otherworldly landscapes filled with colossal creatures.

CAE pivots to Unreal Engine for next-gen flight simulators

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 15:00:00 GMT

Aviation training giant CAE constantly strives for better image quality and development efficiency. By moving from proprietary systems to Unreal Engine, CAE is able to leverage the engine’s superior graphics, as well as industry standards and commercial hardware, to meet its production goals.

New Unreal Engine tutorials for November

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 16:30:00 GMT

Ready to up your Unreal Engine game? We’ve got some fantastic online courses that will take your skills to the next level. Learn how to work more efficiently with Blueprints, create believable facial animations, and much more.

Marketplace Black Friday Sale: over 15,000 products—up to 70% off

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 15:00:00 GMT

From robot samurai to far-away planets, there’s tons to choose from this month. But these discounts won’t last, so click now to explore the sale.

Rumbleverse: the brawler royale laying the smackdown

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 17:00:00 GMT

How do you create a battle royale without guns? Discover how Iron Galaxy Studios developed a fun, highly-playable melee-focused combat system for Rumbleverse—and why Unreal Engine was the natural choice for game development.

SkyReal and Safran build next-gen collaborative creation environment with Unreal Engine

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 15:00:00 GMT

Aerospace giant Safran requires immersive and effective training and design tools for its nearly 80,000 employees globally. With VR-based solutions developed by SkyReal on Unreal Engine, the group is seeing not only cost savings and efficiencies, but also better design processes.

Algoryx brings high-fidelity physics simulation to Unreal Engine

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 17:30:00 GMT

A new AGX Dynamics for Unreal plugin offers companies the ability to team Algoryx’s renowned high-fidelity physics system with Unreal Engine’s photorealistic real-time 3D graphics, and use its powerful, open platform to build accurate true-to-life mechanical simulation training and testing solutions.

Break into 3D animation with our free starter course

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 17:00:00 GMT

From Super Giant Robot Brothers! to Love, Death + Robots, real-time animation is on the move. Go behind the scenes with artists from Disney and Reel FX to learn about the evolving skill sets you’ll need to ride the wave.

STRIDE developer Joy Way shares their VR cross-platform multiplayer practices

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 15:00:00 GMT

Joy Way Multiplayer Lead Artem Tarasov details how to create cross-platform features and connect an Unreal application with custom backend services and pass-through config values in order to handle a “one OS - multiple Platforms” case.

Unreal Engine 5.1 is now available!

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 15:00:00 GMT

This release builds upon the groundbreaking feature set released in UE5 to add a new level of robustness, efficiency, and applicability across multiple industries. Find out what’s new.

Unreal Engine 5.1 delivers new features for filmmaking, broadcast, animation, and live events

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 14:30:00 GMT

From virtual production with in-camera VFX to animated projects and high-octane live broadcasts and events, Unreal Engine offers a more extensive, robust, and accessible toolset for media and entertainment pipelines. Take a look at what’s new.

Microsoft Project AirSim accelerates autonomous flight with Unreal Engine

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 20:00:00 GMT

Find out how Microsoft Project AirSim uses Unreal Engine to safely build, train, and test autonomous aircraft through high-fidelity simulation, generating millions of simulations at scale.

dSPACE drives advancements in autonomous vehicle testing

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 19:00:00 GMT

As autonomous vehicles become ubiquitous on roads all over the world, Unreal Engine is helping AURELION to be on the front line of AV-simulated training with sensor-realistic simulation and top-grade visualization for developing and validating driving functions.

Depicting dogfights: how real-time rendering helped an Indian fighter jet series take off

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 15:00:00 GMT

Aerial combat has been a big draw since the days of Howard Hughes. Learn how Viga Entertainment Technology applied Unreal Engine to the aerial sequences of the Disney+ Hotstar series Shoorveer, becoming one of the first TV productions to use it in India.

Deployable, modular flight simulator at I/ITSEC: industry reacts to Antoinette Project

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 16:00:00 GMT

The Antoinette Project is a comprehensive set of resources to support the creation of the next generation of flight simulators, including a demo of a small-footprint, high-realism flight simulator. Watch the reaction videos from those who’ve tried it out, and then experience for yourself at I/ITSEC.

New Forrester Consulting study: how game engines benefit business

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 16:00:00 GMT

We commissioned Forrester Consulting to survey businesses across several industries about their use of game engine technology. Check out the study to uncover fascinating insights into the business advantages provided by real-time tools.

Let Them Trade is a relaxing strategy game made using Unreal Engine 5

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 15:00:00 GMT

The Spaceflower team discusses the development process behind the upcoming strategy game Let Them Trade, speaks about making the game’s hexagonal grid, and talks about the systems they created to streamline production.

I/ITSEC 2022

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 18:00:00 GMT

Epic Games is pleased to attend the I/ITSEC conference this year, and present several live demonstrations of simulation solutions with Unreal Engine at their core. Be sure to come and see us if you’re at the show!

Samwoo Immersion uses a digital twin for efficient port logistics management

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 14:00:00 GMT

To improve the operational efficiency of Busan Port, one of South Korea’s largest hubs for maritime logistics, Samwoo Immersion developed the VARLOS Terminal Monitoring System: a digital twin combined with an interactive IoT platform.

Building an alternate reality in augmented reality: UCLA redefines theater with Unreal Engine

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 14:00:00 GMT

Discover how UCLA staff and students created an immersive AR theater experience set in the world of The Man in the High Castle with Unreal Engine.

Featured free Marketplace content—November 2022

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 14:00:00 GMT

Pirate ships, rain systems, and classy offices—comb this month’s free 3D Marketplace assets and get your project started off right.

Presenting the winners of the 2022 Epic MegaJam!

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 18:00:00 GMT

After many hours of development and judging, it’s time to find out which teams are taking home top honors for the record-breaking 2022 Epic MegaJam.

Witchfire is a first-person roguelite designed for those who don't like roguelites

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 14:00:00 GMT

The Astronauts Creative Director and Co-Founder at Adrian Chmielarz discusses the development process behind Witchfire, the studio’s upcoming first-person roguelite powered by Unreal Engine, and speaks about its gameplay, music, mechanics, and more.

October Marketplace Sale: over 1,500 products—now 50% off

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 14:00:00 GMT

There’s all kinds of great products to choose from this month. Click now to see some of our personal favorites and explore the sale today.

How to use RealityCapture to scan yourself for Mesh to MetaHuman

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 15:00:00 GMT

In this new tutorial, we show you how to take the first steps towards turning yourself (or someone else) into a fully rigged MetaHuman, ready for use in Unreal Engine, with no expensive setup required.

Check out inspiring Epic MegaGrant stories from all around the globe

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 16:30:00 GMT

Since 2019, Epic MegaGrants have supported 1,813 projects across six continents and 92 countries.

Unreal Engine streamlined the transition to a new engine for New Tales from the Borderlands

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 14:00:00 GMT

Unreal Engine allowed Gearbox Studio Quebec to lean into performance capture without concern over production bottlenecks.

Unreal Engine - News, Developer Interviews, Spotlights, Tech Blogs

Hi-Fi RUSH was inspired by Shaun of the Dead and Futurama

ONE PIECE ODYSSEY turns the popular manga into a rousing RPG adventure as a celebration of its 25th anniversary

From Lion King to fairyland: inside the beautiful world of Brave Creatures

34EVERLAST represents a composer's journey deep into game development

Why Ukiyo is a casual game about escaping a Japanese virtual reality

March Marketplace Sale preview: over 1,500 products—now 70% off

Crafting the neon lights and crushingly loud music of Tokyo Underground Killer

How Unreal Engine helped Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio reinvent Like a Dragon: Ishin! for modern consoles

Japan Games Week 2023

Self-service publishing now available for the Epic Games Store!

Featured free Unreal Marketplace content—March 2023

Free Control Rig and Mannequin asset packs now available for real-time animators

Preserving European royal heritage with RealityCapture and Unreal Engine

Firewall Ultra uses Unreal Engine 5 to evolve the VR shooter franchise on PlayStation®VR2

How Horizon Call of the Mountain leverages PS VR2 to deliver next-gen virtual reality

Another Fisherman's Tale pushes boundaries as the sequel to 2019's award-winning VR puzzler

CROSSFIRE: Sierra Squad brings the FPS franchise to a new reality

Explore the Old West with these free Unreal Engine assets

Unreal Engine powers over a dozen PlayStation®VR2 launch games

The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners 2 continues to raise the VR bar

February Marketplace Sale preview: over 1,500 products—now 50% off

Don’t Blink: Supermassive’s new horror game Switchback VR is watching you

Hubris is a graphically gorgeous VR adventure

The first year out: moving from student to 3D artist

VR Games Week

VR Games Week 2023 starts next week!

Designing for everyone: Teaching inclusive design with Unreal Engine

Download the ‘Lighting in Unreal Engine 5 for Educators and Students’ guide

Real-time round-up: the state of interactive 3D

Unwrap Festival: How Howest University inspires students to think beyond game development

New Unreal Learning Kit: How to make a virtual Rube Goldberg machine

Welcome to Education Week 2023!

Featured free Unreal Marketplace content—February 2023

Announcing our VFX-themed Unreal Challenge: Spellar Performance

Battle-testing Unreal Engine 5.1’s new features on Fortnite Battle Royale Chapter 4

Lumen brings real-time global illumination to Fortnite Battle Royale Chapter 4

Virtual Shadow Maps in Fortnite Battle Royale Chapter 4

Bringing Nanite to Fortnite Battle Royale in Chapter 4

How The Green Fairy morphed into a transmedia franchise for CONICAL

Snacko: Husband/wife duo fix a ruined island with sprightly cats and a MegaGrant

Kibwe is an upcoming UE5 animated film from Mozambique, Africa

Real Virtual Beauty Training: diverse and authentic character design

Dream game, no compromises: How a solo dev made Omno

MegaGrants Week 2023 starts today!

MegaGrants Week

January Marketplace Sale: over 1,500 products—now 50% off

Unreal Fest 2022: Sessions for creators across all industries

Featured free Unreal Marketplace content—January 2023

Park Beyond is a theme park sim that allows its players to create impossible experiences

Unreal Engine learning content for December

Odyssey Interactive, a new studio composed of former Riot Games devs, talks about creating multiplatform game Omega Strikers

On-demand sessions from Unreal Fest 2022 architecture track now available!

Inside Unreal: looking back at 2022 and shining a light on what's to come

Media & entertainment: 2022 highlights

Taking Big City Greens from 2D to 3D animation in Unreal Engine

Coral Island: Inside the chill farm sim reinventing the genre

Unreal Fest 2022 content for simulation now available on demand

See what ANZ filmmakers created for the Unreal Engine Short Film Challenge

Unreal Engine developers honored at The Game Awards 2022

Epic MegaGrants: 2022 Update

Virtual Assets in Unreal Engine 5.1—smaller, faster data syncs

Immersive storytelling: empowering the next generation of XR entrepreneurs

Get game audio tips from our favorite talks at GameSoundCon

High on Life pushes the frontiers of comedy in video games

Featured free Unreal Marketplace content—December 2022

Unreal Fest 2022: catch up on content for game developers

Unreal Challenge: Creep It Real–winners announced!

RealityScan is now free to download on iOS

New MetaHuman release brings easier sharing and DNA calibration

Online course: MetaHuman facial animation with Faceware Analyzer and Retargeter

Lockheed Martin engages Unreal Engine for aerospace simulation R&D

Chasing the Unseen leverages fractal math to generate its environments

CAE pivots to Unreal Engine for next-gen flight simulators

New Unreal Engine tutorials for November

Marketplace Black Friday Sale: over 15,000 products—up to 70% off

Rumbleverse: the brawler royale laying the smackdown

SkyReal and Safran build next-gen collaborative creation environment with Unreal Engine

Algoryx brings high-fidelity physics simulation to Unreal Engine

Break into 3D animation with our free starter course

Media & entertainment:
2022 highlights