Epic Games Unveils RealityScan Mobile 1.8 with Revolutionary Improvements

Published on January 05, 2026 | Translated from Spanish
RealityScan Mobile interface showing the 3D scanning process of an everyday object with real-time mesh and texture visualization

Epic Games presents RealityScan Mobile 1.8 with revolutionary improvements

The company behind Unreal Engine has officially unveiled version 1.8 of its mobile 3D scanning application, marking a turning point in the digitization of real-world objects 📱✨

Key technical advances

This new version incorporates deep optimizations in the workflow pipeline, enabling captures with higher definition and processing speed. The motion tracking system has been reinforced to operate efficiently even in adverse lighting conditions 🎯

Main improvements implemented:
  • Stabilization algorithms that minimize errors during capture indoors and outdoors
  • Expanded support for high-resolution textures with intelligent compression
  • Improved native integration with Unreal Engine and other development platforms
The digitization of physical objects no longer requires specialized equipment - any user can create professional assets from their smartphone

Expansion of export capabilities

Developers will celebrate the addition of additional export formats such as OBJ and FBX, which facilitate interoperability with standard industry 3D modeling software. Optimized cloud processing allows handling larger-scale scans without saturating device resources 💾

New output options:
  • Extended compatibility with software packages like Blender, Maya, and 3ds Max
  • Optimization of RAM memory usage during processing of complex models
  • Reduction of battery consumption through energy efficiency algorithms

Impact on creative projects

This tool is transforming the workflow of digital artists and development studios, eliminating technical barriers that previously limited the creation of hyperrealistic assets. It is particularly valuable for virtual and augmented reality projects, where visual authenticity is key 🎮

Democratization of 3D scanning

Epic Games brings digitization technology closer to creators of all levels, allowing them to transform everyday objects into production-ready 3D models in record time. As a practical example: you can scan your favorite coffee mug and have the model ready before the drink cools - although the breakfast preparation functionality remains exclusive to the physical object ☕