
If you want to learn more of the specifics of lighting in 3D, I can also recommend the excellent video David Ariew put together on lighting beyond HDRIs.Īs you can see, Unreal Engine 5 is already showcasing some incredible power, even in Beta. Since this is a DEEP topic, I'd recommend you watch the video above to really see how I craft my scene.

This allows you to experiment with different looks, implement volumetrics, and position directional lighting to take advantage of the scenery.

With the powerful real-time rendering, you are able to see each change the moment you make it. Lighting in Unreal Engine 5 offers a unique advantage over some other 3D design software.
