Epic Games Sets UE6 Timeline, Rocket League Upgrade
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- Epic Games revealed a timeline for Unreal Engine 6 alongside the Rocket League update, targeting UE5’s multithreading wall.
- Rocket League will be upgraded to run on Unreal Engine 6, which will raise system hardware requirements to a new level.
Why it matters: Gamers will need to upgrade their rigs to meet Unreal Engine 6’s higher hardware specs, boosting PC component sales while developers face higher optimization costs for the new engine.
