Character Modelling & Rigging in Blender – Unreal Engine 5

Master 3D Character Creation: Model, Rig, and Animate in Blender & Unreal Engine 5's Sequencer

Created by: Thomas McDonald
Software Developer, Designer & Instructor

What Will I Learn?

• Master the full 3D character creation workflow, from modelling to animation
• Rig and animate characters for games, film, or interactive projects
• Optimize and automate workflows for faster, more efficient character creation
• Seamlessly export models, animations, and cameras from Blender to Unreal Engine
• Set up Unreal Engine's Sequencer for cinematic animations
• Create realistic walk cycles and movement animations using industry-standard techniques
• Learn professional shortcuts and smart workflows to speed up your work
• Learn the steps in creating a walk cycle action for your character
• Master the shortcuts and smart workflows to accelerate your character creation
• All this inside the free and open source software Blender & Unreal engine

Requirements

• A computer capable of running Blender and Unreal Engine 5
• A three-button mouse is highly recommended for navigation
• Some basic familiarity with Blender is helpful but not required

Target audience

• Game developers who need fully rigged and animated characters
• Artists looking to learn the full 3D character creation process
• Blender and Unreal Engine users who want to level up their skills
• Students and professionals who want to master free & open-source tools for their projects
• Anyone eager to improve their character creation workflows and learn industry-standard techniques