Unreal Engine

• Creates very realistic AR scenes, helping students visualize complex topics in detail.

• Useful for science labs, engineering concepts, architecture, biology, art, history, and more.

• Can build interactive learning experiences that respond to touch, movement, or student actions.

• Allows students to explore objects and environments in high-quality 3D from any angle.

• Supports large-scale or advanced school programs like media arts, digital design, and STEM labs.

• Best-in-class visual quality — the most realistic AR/3D tool available

• Strong for advanced subjects where detail matters

• Includes Blueprints, a visual scripting system that reduces the need for coding

• Works with many AR/MR devices and platforms

• Teaches real industry skills used in film, gaming, and animation

• Requires more powerful computers for development

• Has a steeper learning curve than simple AR apps

• Best suited for teachers with interest in 3D media or schools with tech support

• Longer development time — not ideal for quick classroom activities

• More complex classroom management if students are developing content

• Medium to high technical comfort

• Teachers may need basic training in:

  • Using the Unreal editor

  • Simple visual scripting

  • Handling 3D assets

• Students in Grades 8–12 often learn it quickly with guidance

• Medium to high

• On tablets/phones: AR objects appear in the real world with very realistic lighting

• On headsets (e.g., Vision Pro, Quest, future MR glasses): experiences can feel close to real environments

• Visual quality is significantly higher than most classroom AR tools

Yes — mainly older students in Grades 8–12.

Students can:

• Build AR scenes

• Design 3D environments

• Create animations and simulations

• Present digital AR projects

Works great for media arts, STEM projects, and design/engineering pathways.

• Unreal Engine is free for education

• Main costs are:

  1. Computers capable of running Unreal

  2. Mobile devices or headsets for viewing AR

No subscription needed for basic school use.

To build content:

• Windows or Mac computer with strong graphics capability

To run AR experiences:

• iPads / iPhones (ARKit)

• Android tablets/phones (ARCore)

• MR headsets (e.g., Vision Pro, Quest Pro, future devices)

Unreal Engine AR creates extremely realistic 3D learning experiences for phones, tablets, or headsets. It’s powerful for advanced STEM, art, and design projects, but requires strong computers and some technical support, making it best for Grades 8–12 or specialized school programs.