If you’re a game developer or designer looking to create your own games, then chances are you’ve heard of Unreal Engine. This powerful game development platform is used by professionals and amateurs alike to create stunning 3D worlds, characters, and animations.

System Requirements

Before you begin, make sure that your computer meets the minimum system requirements for Unreal Engine. These include:

• Windows 7 or later (64-bit)
• Intel Core i5-2300 or AMD FX 8150 or better processor
• NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 or AMD Radeon HD 7870 or better graphics card
• 8 GB of RAM or more
• At least 40 GB of free hard disk space (SSD recommended)

If your computer doesn’t meet these requirements, you may encounter issues during installation.

Downloading Unreal Engine

The first step to installing Unreal Engine is to download it from the Epic Games Launcher. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Go to and click on the “Download” button.
2. Select your preferred version of Unreal Engine (currently version 4.26) and choose whether you want to install it as a standalone application or use the Epic Games Launcher.
3. Click on the “Install Now” button and follow the prompts to download the installer.

Installing Unreal Engine

Once you’ve downloaded the installer, you can begin the installation process. Follow these steps:

1. Run the installer and select the destination folder where you want to install Unreal Engine.
2. Click on the “Next” button to start the installation process. This may take some time depending on your computer’s speed.
3. Once the installation is complete, click on the “Finish” button to close the installer.

Launching Unreal Engine

Now that you’ve installed Unreal Engine, you can launch it from the Epic Games Launcher or as a standalone application. Here’s how:

1. If you installed Unreal Engine as a standalone application, navigate to the installation folder and double-click on the “Unreal Engine” icon.
2. If you used the Epic Games Launcher, open the launcher and select “Unreal Engine” from your list of games.
3. Once Unreal Engine is launched, you’ll be greeted with a splash screen. Click on the “New Project” button to start creating your first game.

That’s it! You’ve successfully installed Unreal Engine on your computer. With this powerful development platform at your fingertips, you can create stunning 3D worlds and bring your game ideas to life.