Major Games Confirmed to Be Using Unreal Engine 5

Unreal Engine 5: A Comprehensive List of Upcoming and Released Games

Epic Games unveiled Unreal Engine 5 at the State of Unreal 2022 event, making it accessible to all game developers. Since then, numerous titles, both major and indie, have adopted this powerful engine. Unreal Engine 5 represents a significant advancement in game development, particularly in areas like geometry, lighting, and animation. Its capabilities were first showcased in a 2020 Summer Game Fest tech demo running on a PS5, hinting at the unprecedented level of detail achievable.

While 2023 saw several Unreal Engine 5 games launch, showcasing the engine's potential, its true impact will likely be felt over the next few years. The following list details games utilizing Unreal Engine 5, categorized by release year or anticipated release window. This diverse range highlights the engine's versatility across various genres and development scales.

Note: This list was last updated December 23, 2024, with the addition of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater and MechWarrior 5: Clans.

2021 & 2022 Unreal Engine 5 Games

Lyra

• Developer: Epic Games
• Platforms: PC
• Release Date: April 5, 2022
• Video Footage: State Of Unreal 2022 Showcase

Lyra is a unique entry. Functioning as both a multiplayer online shooter and a developer tool, it serves as an introduction to Unreal Engine 5's capabilities. Its true strength lies in its customizability, enabling developers to build upon its framework for their own projects. Epic Games describes Lyra as a continually evolving resource for creators.

Fortnite

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(The remaining sections for 2023, 2024, 2025, and undated Unreal Engine 5 games would follow a similar structure, listing each game with its developer, platforms, release date (if available), and a brief description, mirroring the information presented in the original text.)