Before We Begin: Check System Requirements
Before you start installing Unreal Engine, it’s important to check if your system meets the minimum requirements for the latest version of the engine.
The minimum requirements for Unreal Engine 4 are:
- Windows 10 64-bit (Version 19H2 or later)
- Intel Core i5-4460 or AMD FX 8350 or better
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 or AMD Radeon R9 290 or better
- 8 GB RAM or more
- 25 GB free hard drive space
If your system does not meet these requirements, you may encounter issues during the installation process. In that case, it’s best to upgrade your hardware before proceeding further.
Step 1: Download Unreal Engine
The first step in installing Unreal Engine is to download the latest version of the engine from the official Epic Games website.
To do this, follow these steps:
- Open your web browser and navigate to the Unreal Engine download page (https://www.unrealengine.com/en-US/download).
- Select the version of Unreal Engine that you want to download based on your operating system (Windows or macOS).
- Choose the installation language and click on the “Download” button.
- Wait for the download to complete. This may take a few minutes depending on your internet connection speed.
Step 2: Extract the Installation Files
Once you have downloaded Unreal Engine, you need to extract the installation files from the zip file.
To do this, follow these steps:
- Open the folder where you downloaded the Unreal Engine zip file.
- Right-click on the zip file and select “Extract All”.
- Choose a destination folder for the extracted files and click on “Extract”.
- Wait for the extraction to complete. This may take a few minutes depending on the size of the zip file.
Step 3: Install Unreal Engine
Now that you have extracted the installation files, it’s time to install Unreal Engine.
To do this, follow these steps:
- Open the “Epic Games Launcher” from your desktop or start menu.
- Log in with your Epic Games account (if you don’t have an account, create one).
- Click on the “Unreal Engine” tab in the left-hand menu.
- Select the version of Unreal Engine that you want to install from the dropdown menu.
- Click on the “Install” button.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process. This may take a few minutes depending on your computer’s performance.
Step 4: Verify Installation
After you have installed Unreal Engine, it’s important to verify that the installation was successful.
To do this, follow these steps:
- Open the “Epic Games Launcher” from your desktop or start menu.
- Log in with your Epic Games account (if you don’t have an account, create one).
- Click on the “Unreal Engine” tab in the left-hand menu.
- Select the version of Unreal Engine that you want to verify from the dropdown menu.
- Click on the “Launch” button.
- Wait for Unreal Engine to launch. This may take a few minutes depending on your computer’s performance.
- Once Unreal Engine has launched, you should see a welcome screen with a message that says “Unreal Engine 4 is installed and ready to use”.
FAQs
1. What are the minimum system requirements for Unreal Engine?
The minimum system requirements for Unreal Engine 4 are:
- Windows 10 64-bit (Version 19H2 or later)
- Intel Core i5-4460 or AMD FX 8350 or better
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 or AMD Radeon R9 290 or better
- 8 GB RAM or more
- 25 GB free hard drive space
If your system does not meet these requirements, you may encounter issues during the installation process. In that case, it’s best to upgrade your hardware before proceeding further.
1. Can I install Unreal Engine on a Mac?
Yes, you can install Unreal Engine on a Mac using the latest version of macOS (High Sierra or later). However, keep in mind that macOS does not have native support for some of the features that are available in Windows, such as DirectX 12.
1. Can I use Unreal Engine without an internet connection?
No, you need an internet connection to use Unreal Engine. The engine requires access to Epic Games’ servers to download and install updates, access content, and other features.
1. How do I update Unreal Engine?
To update Unreal Engine, follow these steps:
- Open the “Epic Games Launcher” from your desktop or start menu.
- Log in with your Epic Games account (if you don’t have an account, create one).
- Click on the “Unreal Engine” tab in the left-hand menu.
- Select the version of Unreal Engine that you want to update from the dropdown menu.
- Click on the “Update” button.
- Wait for the update to complete. This may take a few minutes depending on your internet connection speed and the size of the update.