Modder Praydog has released a public beta for his mod UEVR, opening a new frontier for virtual reality gaming by making thousands of Unreal Engine games VR-playable. This groundbreaking mod can be accessed through GitHub, allowing players to experience their favorite Unreal Engine titles in a fully immersive environment. Games like "Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order," "Hi-Fi Rush," and "Little Nightmares" have been successfully tested with the mod. UEVR tracks the camera in sync with VR helmet movements, theoretically supporting over 11,000 Unreal Engine games. The mod has been proven compatible with leading VR headsets like the Valve Index, HTC Vive, and Meta Quest series.

How does the UEVR mod work to enable VR in Unreal Engine games?

To use the UEVR mod, players start their chosen Unreal Engine game and then select it within the UEVR interface. The game will then integrate with the mod's code, resulting in a VR-enabled gaming experience.

The UEVR mod essentially serves as an intermediary between existing Unreal Engine games and VR hardware, effectively translating standard game inputs and visuals into a format compatible with virtual reality systems. The Unreal Engine has been a staple in game development since its inception in 1998, recognized for its high-fidelity graphics and versatility across genres. This mod could potentially expand the longevity and accessibility of numerous titles within the massive Unreal-Engine-based game library, potentially marking a significant step forward for VR gaming.