"Next-Gen Gaming: Unreal Engine 5.2 and Project M Showcase Photorealistic Potential"
Epic Games has released the latest version of Unreal Engine, 5.2, which includes the Substrate material framework and procedural content generation tools. The demo showcases the photorealistic capabilities of the engine, including the Nanite virtual geometry system, which can now render foliage. The demo features a Rivian electric truck that moves through a natural rainforest environment, demonstrating the Substrate material framework's ability to simulate multiple layered materials. The environment beyond the hand-crafted zone was procedurally generated, showcasing the potential for generative AI to accelerate game development. Unreal Engine 5.2 Preview is available now.