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Exporting and Integrating Assets into Unreal Engine 5

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Exporting and Integrating Assets into Unreal Engine 5

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Export 3D models from Blender to Unreal Engine 5 using the GLTF format.

  • Set up and customize environments in Unreal Engine 5 with realistic terrain, water, and lighting.

  • Apply and tweak materials in UE5 to enhance your assets' realism.

  • Use Quixel assets and foliage to populate your environment and optimize it for rendering.

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September 2025

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This course is part of the Blender to Unreal Engine 5 The Complete Beginners Guide Specialization
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There are 9 modules in this course

In this module, we will guide you through the process of exporting your Blender assets to Unreal Engine 5, starting with the GLTF export format. You’ll also get an introduction to Unreal Engine 5’s interface and viewport controls, ensuring you can efficiently bring your models into the engine for further development.

What's included

3 videos2 readings1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will cover the basics of scene lighting in Unreal Engine 5, ensuring your assets are illuminated for maximum effect. You will also learn how to set up terrain and water elements, followed by adjustments to water color for added realism, creating a more lifelike environment in UE5.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will guide you through the process of importing and organizing your assets in Unreal Engine 5, followed by material creation and application. You’ll also learn how to fine-tune your assets, such as roof thatching, for a polished and realistic look in the engine.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will explore the planning and tools required to create and modify landscapes in Unreal Engine 5. You’ll learn to make detailed landscape adjustments and apply displacement techniques to enhance realism. By the end, you will have the skills to craft dynamic and immersive environments.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will dive into creating advanced landscape materials in Unreal Engine 5, including techniques to fix material scale and color. You’ll also learn how to utilize distance-based blending and Nanite tessellation to improve the visual quality and performance of your landscapes.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will focus on adding the finishing touches to your scene, including painting in stone materials and creating puddles for added realism. You’ll also learn how to tweak lighting parameters to perfect the atmosphere and bring your environment to life in Unreal Engine 5.

What's included

2 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will teach you how to effectively incorporate Quixel assets into your Unreal Engine 5 project, from selecting props to strategically placing them within your environment. You'll also learn how to fine-tune materials, like fences and rope, for a polished and unified look in your scene.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will focus on using UE5’s Foliage Mode to place trees and vegetation with precision. You’ll also learn how to adjust foliage values, ensuring your landscape looks natural and vibrant, while maintaining performance within the engine.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will focus on tweaking material parameters to refine your assets' appearance and achieve a polished look. You’ll also explore Unreal Engine 5’s post-processing and color grading tools to give your scene the perfect cinematic finish before the final render.

What's included

2 videos1 reading3 assignments

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