RealityScan 2.0: AI-driven, LiDAR-ready, and built for 3D pros

Epic Games has rebranded its professional-grade photogrammetry software, RealityCapture, as RealityScan, with the release of RealityScan 2.0 for desktop. This update brings a host of advanced features tailored to deliver faster workflows, smarter automation, and unparalleled capabilities for creating precise 3D models at scale.

Whether you’re a VFX artist, game creator, surveyor, or anyone who needs to scan and build precise 3D models at scale, RealityScan is designed to redefine your work efficiency and output quality.

What’s new in RealityScan 2.0?

RealityScan 2.0 has been built with a focus on speed, automation, and accuracy. Here are some of the groundbreaking features included in this release:

AI-Assisted Masking

Say goodbye to tedious background removal! RealityScan 2.0 introduces AI-driven segmentation that automatically identifies and masks your object. This eliminates the need for manual adjustments and accelerates your path from raw images to reconstruction-ready data.

Smarter Alignment

Alignment issues are a thing of the past. With improved default settings, RealityScan 2.0 enhances the consistency of your 3D models, especially on tricky surfaces with minimal features. The result? Fewer manual interventions and a smoother model-building process.

Support for Aerial LiDAR Data

Combine aerial imagery, aerial LiDAR, and terrestrial data for enhanced precision in orthographic projections, maps, and 3D modelling. Whether you’re simulating real-world environments, creating maps, or building assets for VFX, this feature ensures real-world fidelity at scale.

Quality Analysis with Heatmaps

No more guesswork! RealityScan now provides visual heatmaps to highlight areas lacking data. You can address these gaps before moving to the meshing stage, reducing the need for time-consuming cleanups or rework later down the line.

‍Meet RealityScan Mobile

Accompanying the desktop release, Epic Games has introduced RealityScan Mobile. Designed for quick scans in the field or for prototyping on the go, this streamlined app works seamlessly with RealityScan’s desktop platform. Whether you're using a smartphone or tablet, capturing your objects has never been faster or easier.

Why upgrade to RealityScan 2.0?

RealityScan 2.0 isn’t just an update; it’s a true evolution in photogrammetry. The platform provides tools designed to support creators at every stage of their workflow, from quick object captures to complex, large-scale modelling. By combining state-of-the-art AI-driven tools with intuitive interfaces, it’s easier than ever to create the detailed, accurate assets you need.
Special notes for existing users: 

If you're currently using RealityCapture, you can continue accessing versions 1.4 and 1.5 if your Enterprise licence was purchased before April 23, 2024. Upgrading to RealityScan 2.0 does require accepting a new EULA and the inclusion of a subscription model for businesses exceeding $1M revenue. More details can be found on RealityScan’s Licensing page.

Get Started with RealityScan 2.0

At Escape Technology, we’re dedicated to enabling professionals like you to leverage cutting-edge tools for creative and technical excellence. RealityScan 2.0 is now available for immediate download, offering the most advanced photogrammetry workflows on the market today.

Need help getting started or want to learn how RealityScan fits into your pipeline? Book a discovery call with one of our experts today.

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