From games to cars: Epic Games and Qualcomm use Unreal Engine to reinvent the in-car experience

Qualcomm Technologies and Epic Games intend to change how we drive by bringing Unreal Engine into the modern vehicles. Unreal Engine is a tool known for creating video game visuals, and it is being integrated directly into Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Cockpit Platform.

It would be like stepping into a vehicle, where the dashboard feels more like a personal assistant than a collection of dials and buttons. Qualcomm’s computing power, paired with Unreal Engine’s lifelike 3D graphics, will allow automakers to build rich, immersive digital environments inside your car. It could either be a hi-tech navigation experience, infotainment, or predictive maintenance alerts — the technology is expected to make time on the road smoother, safer, and more connected.

What’s exciting is how this collaboration will allow automakers to think beyond traditional cockpit design. Unreal Engine’s ability to render incredibly realistic 2D and 3D visuals means cars will be able to adapt to the driver—whether that’s by personalizing the display or recommending EV charging stations nearby.

Both Qualcomm and Epic Games see this as a huge step toward the future of driving. Laxmi Rayapudi from Qualcomm expressed excitement over how this partnership will “set new standards” in the automotive world, while Bill Clifford from Epic Games spoke about the “unmatched possibilities” that Unreal Engine brings to the table. Together, they’re not just claiming to build a “better car”—they’re looking to design a smarter, more engaging system for the future. Let's see how the implementation of the same goes.