Documentation

UDK marks an unprecedented opportunity for anyone who has wanted to work with Unreal Engine 3. With the free software comes loads of public documentation through the Unreal Developer Network (UDN).

Documentation Resources:

• UDK’s home on the Unreal Developer Network
• UDK documentation forum
• The Official UDK readme file
• Sample development documentation: Whizzle
• UDK video tutorials - New!

Technical FAQs

Can I create any kind of game with UDK?

Absolutely. UDK is the perfect solution for any kind of virtual world you wish to create, from racing games to simulations. Visit our Showcase to see some of the amazing creations our users have authored with UDK.

Will my UDK program run on Mac, iPhone, PS3 or Xbox 360?

As of right now, UDK is a Windows-only program. Please see our licensing page if you would like to discuss using UDK for cross-platform use.

I’ve been making mods for Unreal Tournament 3. How does UDK differ from the UT3 editor?

You can create standalone applications with UDK. This means that users will be able to install and run your game without owning a copy of Unreal Tournament 3.

To learn about the upgrades and major feature additions included with UDK, check out the build upgrade notes at UDN.

 

 

What are the minimum requirements for UDK?

Minimum:

• Windows XP SP2 or Windows Vista
• 2.0+ GHz processor
• 2 GB system RAM
• SM3-compatible video card
• 3 GB free hard drive space

Recommended for Content Development:

• Windows Vista 64 SP2
• 2.0+ GHz multi-core processor
• 8 GB System RAM
• NVIDIA 8000 series or higher graphics card
• Plenty of HDD space