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Matrix Awakens: An Unreal Engine 5 Experience

‘The Matrix Awakens’: A Playable Free Demo By Epic Games To Showcase Unreal Engine 5

An impressive tech demo that does a lot to further blur the lines between games and films, and maybe even reality.

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With the upcoming release in theaters and on HBO Max of The Matrix Resurrections on December 22nd, Unreal Engine 5 asks viewers to reimagine what is possible with gameplay and cinematography, blending together perceived realities into a stunning new game demo. As the beloved characters from the Matrix ask viewers to question reality and how they make their decisions, Unreal Engine 5 has put forth an interactive game demo trailer that seamlessly stitches together virtual reality and cinematography with a realism previously unknown. The Matrix Awakens: An Unreal Engine 5 Experience features acting cameos by the original stars of the Matrix, including Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss.

The gameplay trailer invites people to join for an interactive, fast-paced, thrilling adventure with this third-person shooter game. Gamers can step into the iconic Matrix world with stunning detail and eerily realistic action scenes. The original team members, including Lana Wachowski, developed the game trailer, to create the most ambitious and action-packed interactive venture into gameplay and storytelling yet to unfold. Designed as a 10-minute trailer, Unreal Engine 5 flexes the ability to stitch together computer-generated scenes with real-life footage. The demo for the new game is currently available for download and can be used with compatible gaming devices. Download the Matrix Awakens: An Unreal Engine 5 Experience for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.