5.5: Motion

: Users can now create complex animated scenes using modifiers and effectors rather than relying solely on traditional keyframes.

Released in late 2024, version 5.5 transformed Unreal Engine from a game-dev powerhouse into a serious competitor for tools like Cinema 4D or After Effects. Key Features in the Motion Design Update Motion 5.5

The "story" of (and the specific updates to its Motion Design toolset) is one of bridging the gap between traditional 2D motion graphics and real-time 3D environments. : Users can now create complex animated scenes