Epic Games recently acquired Reality Capture, a 3D scanning software that allows you to create high-quality 3D models using 2D and 3D inputs such as photos and laser scans. The software is widely used in industries such as game development, architecture, archaeology, film production, and other fields that require 3D modeling and visualization.
Reality Capture uses a high-performance algorithm to quickly and effectively combine scans, photos, and drone imagery. It also has user-friendly tools for accurately scaling, mapping the environment, and capturing surface details.
Epic Games purchased Reality Capture to use in the development of Unreal Engine 5. Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney stated that Reality Capture, along with Unreal Engine 5’s Nanite technology, will be a highly effective tool for creating real-time 3D scenes. He also said that Reality Capture will help Epic Games achieve its metaverse vision.
What does the Reality Capture program do? What is Photoscan?
The acquisition of Reality Capture by Epic Games will provide new and improved 3D modeling and visualization tools for Unreal Engine and other Epic Games products. This will result in a better user experience for Unreal Engine users and other customers.
In conclusion, Epic Games’ acquisition of Reality Capture shows its interest and investment in virtual reality and augmented reality technologies, beyond video games. The use of Reality Capture with Unreal Engine 5 will provide a more effective tool for creating real-time 3D scenes and help Epic Games achieve its metaverse vision.
