unreal-mcp

Overview

This MCP server enables AI tools to interact directly with Unreal Engine through Python remote execution, eliminating the need for custom C++ plugins. It provides a comprehensive set of tools for manipulating assets, executing Python code, controlling the editor, and managing projects. The implementation focuses on ease of development and maintenance by leveraging Unreal's built-in Python capabilities.

Try asking AI

After installing, here are 5 things you can ask your AI assistant:

• set_unreal_engine_path

  Set the Unreal Engine path

  Try:Set the Unreal Engine path to /path/to/ue
• set_unreal_project_path

  Set the Project path

  Try:Set the Unreal project path to /path/to/project
• get_unreal_engine_path

  Get the current Unreal Engine path

  Try:Where is Unreal Engine installed?
• get_unreal_project_path

  Get the current Unreal Project path

  Try:Show me the project path
• editor_run_python

  Execute any python within the Unreal Editor

  Try:Run Python code to get all materials in the scene
• editor_list_assets

  List all Unreal assets

  Try:List all assets in the project
• editor_get_asset_info

  Get information about an asset

  Try:Get details about the StaticMesh SM_Character
• editor_get_asset_references

  Get references for an asset

  Try:Show what assets use the texture T_Wood
• editor_console_command

  Run a console command in Unreal

  Try:Execute stat unitTry:Show me the GPU stats
• editor_project_info

  Get detailed information about the current project

  Try:Get project information
• editor_search_assets

  Search for assets by name or path

  Try:Find all Blueprint assetsTry:Search for textures in the Materials folder
• editor_create_object

  Create a new object/actor in the world

  Try:Create a point light at coordinates 0,0,0

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Installation

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "unreal": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@runreal/unreal-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

FAQ

Does this require installing a new Unreal Engine plugin?

No, this server uses Unreal's built-in Python remote execution protocol without requiring any plugins.

Is this an official Unreal Engine project?

No, this is not an official Unreal Engine project, but it's designed to work with the official Python API.

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