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Unreal Engine
Wie Unity ist auch die <anchor>Unreal Engine</anchor> eine Spiele-Engine, die ebenfalls leistungsstarke Animationstools bietet und sich daher für Echtzeitanimationen und interaktive Erlebnisse eignet.
The most powerful real-time 3D creation tool - Unreal Engine
The most powerful real-time 3D creation tool - Unreal Engine

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We make the engine.

⁠You make it Unreal.

Unreal Engine is built by developers, for developers, with fair terms for all. Because everyone with an idea deserves to use the world’s most open, advanced real-time creation tool to bring it to life.

[Get Unreal](/en-US/download)

[Learn about licensing](/en-US/license)

News

[View all](/en-US/feed/blog)

![Unreal Engine 5.4 is now available](https://cms-assets.unrealengine.com/resize=width:640/output=format:webp/eXUF7S4zSAa6uNv0gHsH?width=640)

[**Unreal Engine 5.4 is now available**](/en-US/blog/unreal-engine-5-4-is-now-available)
Find out what's new and download today.

[News](/en-US/feed/blog)

![All the news from the State of Unreal](https://cms-assets.unrealengine.com/resize=width:640/output=format:webp/nW5kblSdST2PCRJ19b2w?width=640)

[**All the news from the State of Unreal**](/en-US/blog/all-the-big-news-from-the-state-of-unreal-at-gdc-24)
Catch up on some exciting announcements from GDC 2024.

[News](/en-US/feed/blog)

![New pricing effective in April](https://cms-assets.unrealengine.com/resize=width:640/output=format:webp/DP2xWERkqn9UBuV7lv4g?width=640)

[**New pricing effective in April**](/en-US/blog/we-are-updating-unreal-engine-twinmotion-and-realitycapture-pricing-in-late-april)
We are introducing a new seat-based Unreal Subscription when we release Unreal Engine 5.4. This new pricing of $1,850 per seat will apply to companies generating over $1 million USD in annual gross revenue who are not creating games.

[News](/en-US/feed/blog)

Unreal Engine features

# Power that can keep up with the wildest imaginations.

![](https://cms-assets.unrealengine.com/resize=width:1920/output=format:webp/WtzzP9AbRGFod5zfQqVM?width=1920)

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Define rule-breaking physics, create lifelike characters, or animate the movement of a single blade of grass—and render it all at the speed you can dream it. We originally designed Unreal Engine to give us the creative freedom we always wanted as developers. Today, our goal is to push the boundaries of innovation with every release so that only you, not your tools, get to decide the limits of what’s possible.

[See all features](/en-US/features)

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Ships fully loaded for everyone.
Develop games. Produce or animate films. Visualize spaces or products. Create next-generation interfaces. Or build immersive experiences we haven’t even thought of yet. No matter what style, industry, screen size, or project you have in mind, Unreal Engine comes standard with everything you need to help you make it real.

![Hellblade 2 screenshot ](https://cms-assets.unrealengine.com/resize=width:1200/output=format:webp/hrNK7mIVQIKFCMzAApAC?width=1200)

[Games](/en-US/uses/games)

![Stray screenshot](https://cms-assets.unrealengine.com/resize=width:1200/output=format:webp/yiR8DHWSWWmMJWzo5aiw?width=1200)

[Indie games](/en-US/uses/indie-games)

![Tower of Fantasy screenshot](https://cms-assets.unrealengine.com/resize=width:1200/output=format:webp/EbZrZA7PSAiuLE94k9SJ?width=1200)

[Mobile games](/en-US/uses/mobile-games)

![Switching to Unreal Engine thumbnail](https://cms-assets.unrealengine.com/resize=width:1200/output=format:webp/12evTKP8RnsegoHHdQpw?width=1200)

[Switching to Unreal Engine](/en-US/uses/switching-to-unreal-engine)

![Fortnite screenshot](https://cms-assets.unrealengine.com/resize=width:1200/output=format:webp/bsGPpeaHRqea266Ahe9z?width=1200)

[Unreal Editor for Fortnite](/en-US/uses/uefn-unreal-editor-for-fortnite)

![The Matrix: Resurrection screenshot](https://cms-assets.unrealengine.com/resize=width:1200/output=format:webp/HFryruVT4uY7vvD0Q7oA?width=1200)

[Film & TV](/en-US/uses/film-television)

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[Broadcast & live events](/en-US/uses/broadcast-live-events)

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[Animation](/en-US/uses/animation)

![Architecture](https://cms-assets.unrealengine.com/resize=width:1200/output=format:webp/2zynOZMhTAuHAnBKViiE?width=1200)

[Architecture](/en-US/uses/architecture)

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[Automotive](/en-US/uses/automotive)

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[Simulation](/en-US/uses/simulation)

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How to install Unreal Engine

[Download instructions](/en-US/download)

STEP 1

Download the launcher

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

Download Launcher

STEP 2

Install Epic Games launcher

Once downloaded and installed, [open the launcher](com.epicgames.launcher://ue "com.epicgames.launcher://ue") and create or log in to your Epic Games account.

[Get support](/support "/support"), or restart your Epic Games launcher download in Step 1.

STEP 3

Install Unreal Engine

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

[Watch how to install](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rldy9yY0yDU)

Looking for Unreal Editor for Fortnite?

Get up and running in Unreal Editor for Fortnite from the Epic Games launcher.

[Download UEFN](https://dev.epicgames.com/documentation/uefn/launching-in-unreal-editor-for-fortnite)

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.

Games

Unreal Editor for Fortnite

Architecture

Film and TV

Animation

Simulation

Tutorials

[Go to library](https://dev.epicgames.com/community/unreal-engine/learning)

![Your first hour in Unreal Engine](https://cms-assets.unrealengine.com/q46sIAuZQIisZcqbCfAD)

Epic Online Learning · 1yr ago

[Your first Hour in Unreal Engine 5.2](https://dev.epicgames.com/community/learning/courses/3ke/your-first-hour-in-unreal-engine-5-2/vvdk/your-first-hour-in-unreal-engine-5-2-overview) We’ll look at the launcher, editor creating a basic level including lighting and level layout.

![Stack 'O' Bot screenshot](https://cms-assets.unrealengine.com/pkoSpZiWQGuTRGHwakdY)

Andi · 2yr ago

[Your First Game in Unreal Engine 5](https://dev.epicgames.com/community/learning/tutorials/e2V/your-first-game-in-unreal-engine-5) Practical in-editor demo showcasing UE5's rapid game creation from scratch.

![BeginPlay](https://cms-assets.unrealengine.com/UjuiRlHQlWyx3x6Sou89)

Epic Online Learning · 2yr ago

[BeginPlay](https://dev.epicgames.com/community/learning/paths/0w/unreal-engine-beginplay) 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](https://docs.unrealengine.com/understanding-the-basics-of-unreal-engine/) [Working with Content](https://docs.unrealengine.com/working-with-content-in-unreal-engine/) [Programming & Scripting](https://docs.unrealengine.com/unreal-engine-programming-and-scripting/) [Setting Up Your Production Pipeline](https://docs.unrealengine.com/setting-up-your-production-pipeline-in-unreal-engine)

[Go to Documentation](https://docs.unrealengine.com/)

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.

[More samples](https://docs.unrealengine.com/samples-and-tutorials-for-unreal-engine/)

![Stack O' Bot screenshot](https://cms-assets.unrealengine.com/O06ve5kTQa19L5KWEkYf)

[Stack O’ Bot](https://dev.epicgames.com/community/learning/paths/yG/stack-o-bot) Stack'O'Bot is a new small project that can be a good starting point for advanced beginners.

![Content Examples cover image](https://cms-assets.unrealengine.com/F7VBWUu1TzGmHl5MJxFK)

[Content Examples](https://docs.unrealengine.com/content-examples-sample-project-for-unreal-engine/) Get up to speed with a variety of different techniques for building your own games.

![Lyra screenshot](https://cms-assets.unrealengine.com/HPomalbUT2CUJbTidt1e)

[Lyra Sample Game](https://docs.unrealengine.com/lyra-sample-game-in-unreal-engine/) A perfect starting point for those looking to jump right into Unreal Engine for Game Development.

![Cropout screenshot](https://cms-assets.unrealengine.com/60jWCSuxSPaoEOEuzrvD)

[Cropout](https://forums.unrealengine.com/t/explore-cropout-a-top-down-casual-rts-sample-project-general-announcements/1239909) 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.

### Forums

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### More resources

#### Tutorials

The latest tutorials & courses from our experts.

[Explore](https://dev.epicgames.com/community/unreal-engine/learning)

#### Documentation

Complete resources for learning Unreal Engine.

[Learn more](https://docs.unrealengine.com/)

#### Sample projects

Explore Unreal Engine with a range of example content.

[Discover all](https://docs.unrealengine.com/sample-game-projects-for-unreal-engine/)

#### Snippets

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

[Go to repository](https://dev.epicgames.com/community/unreal-engine/snippets)

#### Roadmap

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

[Go to roadmap](https://portal.productboard.com/epicgames/1-unreal-engine-public-roadmap/tabs/94-forward-looking)

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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](/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


[Download now](/en-US/download) [View FAQ](/en-US/faq) [Licensing Terms](/en-US/license)

### 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**.

[Read more](/en-US/license)