Nuke Tutorial: An Introduction to UnrealReader

Nuke Tutorial: An Introduction to UnrealReader

December 9, 2021
Jonathan Fields

UnrealReader is a new feature in Nuke 13.1 that allows you to view your Unreal Engine scene natively.

In this tutorial, we will be taking a look at UnrealReader, a node in Foundry’s Nuke 13.1 that will bridge your work between Nuke and Unreal Engine like never before!

This node allows you to view your Unreal Engine shot natively inside of Nuke in real-time, creating a whole new level of compatibility!

This NukeX tutorial will cover:

  • Setting up a project in Unreal Engine
  • How to open your Unreal scene in Nuke 13.1
  • Features in UnrealReader that will help your composition

Finally, what's a tutorial without including the resources you'll need? Click here for the environment map used in this tutorial.

Also, click here for the additional NukeServer plugin for Unreal Engine. Please note: you will need this plugin for the node to work.

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