Unreal Fest Tokyo 2026: Epic Games' Grand Showcase of Innovation

Epic Games Hosts Unreal Fest Tokyo 2026

Epic Games Japan, based in Yokohama, Kanagawa, will proudly present the "Unreal Fest Tokyo 2026" on November 3rd and 4th at the TFT Building in Tokyo's Ariake district. This event will be headlined by a keynote address from Epic Games' CEO, Tim Sweeney, along with Takayuki Kawasaki, the representative of Epic Games Japan.

Unreal Fest Tokyo serves as a landmark gathering for developers and creators deploying Unreal Engine, offering them a platform to share the latest technological advancements and behind-the-scenes insights from their projects. This year's edition is poised to be the largest yet, featuring over 30 sessions spanning diverse fields, including gaming, automotive, film and video, and architecture. It's an incredible two-day opportunity for creative minds to connect and exchange ideas.

Keynote Address by Tim Sweeney

During the keynote, Tim Sweeney will discuss the Epic ecosystem and share his visions for the future, including insights into the rollout of Unreal Engine 6 (UE6). Attendees can expect a deep dive into how Epic Games plans to further revolutionize the gaming and creative industries.

Expanded Session Lineup

This year's conference has unveiled an unprecedented lineup of sessions that cross various sectors. In the gaming domain, attendees can look forward to presentations from prominent companies such as Sega, Netmarble with "MONGIL: STAR DIVE", and Perfect World with "Neverness to Everness".

Additionally, sessions will be led by Chris Murphy, Principal Technical Artist at Unreal Engine, discussing the state of technical art, while Verse Evangelist Magnus Enebakk will delve into detailed insights about Verse and Scene Graph.

Shifting gears to non-gaming fields, participants from major automotive firms like Toyota, Nissan, and Hyundai Motors are set to present. Notably, Hyundai will feature a research engineer discussing the application of Unreal Engine in automotive product development and sales, as well as Human-Machine Interface (HMI) innovations.

Beyond these key sectors, intriguing presentations will highlight how Unreal Engine has been utilized in TBS dramas such as "GIFT" and the music program "CDTV", among others. Moreover, attendees can anticipate insights into the graphics behind renowned projects like "Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway's Flash" and the movie adaptation of "Girls & Panzer".

Indie Game Showcase Returns

Excitingly, the "Indie Game Booth" will make a comeback, allowing attendees to experience four indie game titles made with Unreal Engine. Guests can interact with the titles and discover the captivating stories behind their development, including:

- CAVYHOUSE's "Kofun is Alive": A juvenile adventure where players guide Kofun-kun through various interactions, now available on multiple platforms.

- Maboroshi Artworks' "SOMBRAS: Negative Frames": A first-person narrative-driven horror game that invites players into a dark mirror world reflecting early 2000s Japan.

- Lightersgames' "Thanks, Light": A puzzle game that reconstructs physics and geometry through light manipulation.

- WOW's "NOWHERE UMBRELLA": An artwork that explores a mysterious journey of an abandoned umbrella through a breathtaking urban nightscape.

For additional details about each game, check out their respective links provided.

Showcasing Epic's Latest Technologies

The event will also feature an "Epic Ecosystem Booth" where the latest advancements in technologies like MetaHuman, Epic Online Services, and the Epic Games Store will be displayed. Moreover, the UEFN (Unreal Editor for Fortnite) booth will host Alche, Inc., sharing innovative uses of UEFN in creative production.

Participants will even have a chance to win exclusive Unreal Fest Tokyo merchandise by completing a stamp rally during the event.

Event Details

The "Unreal Fest Tokyo 2026" invites both industry professionals and enthusiasts to join this free event at the TFT Building. Special networking party tickets will be made available for the evening of November 4th.

For comprehensive event details, including the session timetable, be sure to visit the official site linked below:
Unreal Fest Tokyo 2026 Official Website

Stay updated through our official X account for real-time announcements leading up to the event: @UnrealEngineJP.

About Unreal Engine

Unreal Engine, developed by Epic Games, stands as a cutting-edge real-time 3D tool utilized across various creative industries, enabling creators to craft immersive experiences. With the ongoing development towards Unreal Engine 6, Epic aims to unify the tools offered to creators within its robust digital ecosystem.

Learn more about Unreal Engine and download it at unrealengine.com.