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18 March 2024

Free resources - get started with Epic's Unreal editor for Fortnite

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Unreal Editor for Fortnite is a free 3D creation platform that allows creators to build unique worlds in Fortnite. Creators have access to the power of Unreal Engine's tools plus Fortnite assets, devices and more. Here's a guide to getting started:

Download UEFN

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UEFN provides limitless opportunities for your creativity and imagination to shine. 3D creation can take some practice, but learning the basics can help you create more quickly and efficiently. 

Access resources to help you learn the basics of the UEFN User Interface, movement in UEFN, creator shortcuts, and more. 

User interface basics video 

Unreal editor for Fortnite movement guide

Unreal editor for Fortnite creator shortcuts

 

Bring objects from your own life into a Fortnite experience using photogrammetry

Learn how to create, import, and edit models of real-world objects to create a 3D experience in Fortnite. You will use Polycam, a mobile application, to create your models, and UEFN to use them to build a 3D experience. From there, use your imagination and experiment with UEFN's robust creation tools to complete your island.

There are a series of lessons which include:

  • LESSON 1: CREATE A 3D MODEL USING POLYCAM
  • LESSON 2: IMPORT 3D MODELS INTO A FORTNITE ISLAND USING UEFN
  • LESSON 3: EDIT A PHOTOGRAMMETRY MODEL'S GEOMETRY USING UEFN
  • ALTERNATIVE LESSON: EDIT A PHOTOGRAMMETRY MODEL'S GEOMETRY USING BLENDER

See the videos and written guides 

 Create a virtual exhibit in Fortnite to display your 3D models

Learn how to construct a building using ready-made assets available in UEFN. Then, build illuminated displays to showcase your models. Finally, configure pop-up dialogue and audio devices to provide information about the models when approached by a Fortnite player. The skills in this microcourse can be used to create different kinds of interactive 3D experiences - you can showcase your art, music, favourite possessions, family heirlooms, and more.

There are a series of lessons which include:

  • LESSON 1: CONSTRUCT A BUILDING IN UEFN
  • LESSON 2: BUILD ILLUMINATED DISPLAYS FOR 3D MODELS IN UEFN
  • LESSON 3: CONNECT POP UP DIALOGUE DEVICES AND AUDIO FILES TO ASSETS IN UEFN

See the videos and written guides 

These resources are provided by CreateAccess https://createaccess.org/ 

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