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Tim Sweeney
04/30/25
@ Lex Fridman
Creating ultra-realistic environments in Unreal Engine involves intricate details like dirt and lighting, which contribute to the immersive experience of scenes set in historical contexts, such as Nazi-occupied France in 1943.
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Tim Sweeney: Fortnite, Unreal Engine, and the Future of Gaming | Lex Fridman Podcast #467
@ Lex Fridman
04/30/25
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Tim Sweeney
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The optimization of rendering in Unreal Engine was a significant challenge, focusing on reducing the cost of rendering pixels to improve performance.
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Tim Sweeney
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@ Lex Fridman
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Tim Sweeney
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Tim Sweeney
04/30/25
@ Lex Fridman
The development of Unreal Engine involved a collaborative effort from a diverse team, where constant iteration and improvement were key to success.