Unreal Engine 5.6 is now available.

You can download it on the Epic Games Launcher and GitHub. This version is focused on enabling 60-fps performance for large, open worlds, but it also brings a host of new features and quality-of-life enhancements, such as MetaHuman Creator running locally in the engine, a redesigned Content Browser and Viewport Toolbar, and a brand new suite of project templates.

If you are upgrading, brew a cup of coffee or tea and check out these resources while you wait:

Unreal Engine 5.6 is now available.