# UE Remote

> Remote control and testing for Unreal Engine 4 projects on iOS devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Unreal Engine.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ue-remote/id1374517532 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Unreal Engine](https://appshunter.io/developer/382856483)
- Category: Productivity, Games
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 61 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 118 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-07-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ue-remote/id1374517532/reviews.md

## What is UE Remote?

Unreal Engine Remote lets you quickly and easily test your Unreal Engine 5 and Unreal Editor for Fortnite projects directly on your development computer using your mobile device's touch controls. Stream your preview session directly to your iOS device and iterate on gameplay and input features in real time.

Now powered by Pixel Streaming 2, Unreal Engine Remote delivers a faster, higher-quality streaming experience and full compatibility with Unreal Engine 5 and Unreal Editor for Fortnite. 

How to use Unreal Engine Remote with an Unreal Engine 5 project:
* Open your Unreal Engine 5 project.
* Launch Unreal Engine Remote on your iOS device.
* Enable the Remote Session plugin in your Unreal Engine 5 project.
* Make sure your development computer and mobile device are on the same network.
* Launch Play In Editor session.
* When the session is launched, enter your computer's IP address in the Unreal Engine Remote running on your mobile device and tap Connect.
 
How to use Unreal Engine Remote with an Unreal Editor for Fortnite project:
* Open your Unreal Editor for Fortnite project.
* Launch Unreal Engine Remote on your iOS device.
* Make sure your development computer and mobile device are on the same network.
* Launch a Mobile Preview session.
* When the session is launched, enter your computer's IP address in the Unreal Engine Remote running on your mobile device and tap Connect.

Your preview session will appear on your iOS device, and all touch input on your iOS device will be processed as standard touch input.

## Key features

- Real-time project testing on iOS
- Touch and motion control input
- Gameplay and input feature iteration
- Virtual Camera plugin support
- Network-based connection

## Recent user reviews (10 of 61)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ue-remote/id1374517532/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2026-08-17*

Even with the new update the app never connects. 

I enabled the Remote Session plugin. 
I entered the correct IP. 
I’m using the same WiFi. 
I launched PIE. 

It can’t ever connect. 

Using UE 5.7

### 1/5 — no longer works on iphone 7

*2026-05-02*

i can no longer open the app ever since the new update

### 1/5 — so bad

*2025-04-05*

doesn’t even connect to the ip address

### 5/5 — Ça fonctionne !

*2025-02-08*

Je vois des personnes qui n’ont pas réussi à utiliser l’application. Il faut activer le plugin « remote session » dans Unreal et re tester 😙

### 1/5 — Pourquoi

*2024-10-05*

Quand je suis arriver au début de l’app ça ma demander mon adresse pi  quand je l’ai rentrer, j’ai ensuite cliquer sur connecter. Deux jours, j’ai été forcer de désinstallé l’app

### 5/5 — Aplicacion increible

*2024-09-30, version 2.1*

Esta app esta perfecta para probar juegos para movil en unreal engine y es muy facil de utilizar

### 3/5 — ありがたいが、いくつか問題がある。

*2024-04-13*

開発してくれてありがとう。
しかし、デザリングしてないと繋がらない。同じWi-Fi環境でコネクトするにはかなり時間がかかるかもしくはできない。
あと、これはしょうがないのかもしれないが、
動作がとても重たい。快適にはプレイすることができない。

### 1/5 — App bad fix it

*2024-01-27*

I want to connect but it seems it not compatible with unreal engine 5 also I waited 5 minutes kept saying connecting nothing happen

### 1/5 — .

*2024-01-21*

Как зарегестрироваться

### 2/5 — Pourquoi

*2024-01-17*

Moi aussi!!! 😭😭😭

## Frequently asked questions about UE Remote

### What does Unreal Remote 2 do?

Unreal Remote 2 allows you to test and control your Unreal Engine 4 projects directly from your iOS device on your development computer. It streams the project's preview to your device and processes touch and motion inputs from the device within your Unreal project.

### How do I connect Unreal Remote 2 to my Unreal Engine project?

First, enable the 'Remote Session' plugin in Unreal Editor (version 4.20 or higher). Ensure your computer and iOS device are on the same network. Then, select 'Play in New Viewport' in Unreal Editor, enter your computer's IP address into the app, and press Connect.

### Is Unreal Remote 2 free to use?

Yes, Unreal Remote 2 is a free application. It does not have any associated costs for download or usage, nor does it feature in-app purchases or advertisements.

### What are the system requirements for Unreal Remote 2?

To use Unreal Remote 2, you need Unreal Engine 4.20 or higher installed on your development computer. Your iOS device and development computer must also be connected to the same network for the remote session to function.

### Can I use Unreal Remote 2 for virtual camera features?

Yes, Unreal Remote 2 can be used with the 'Virtual Camera' plugin, available in Unreal Engine 4.20 and later. This integration allows you to add virtual camera functionality to your Unreal Engine projects, controlled via your iOS device.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1.0 — 2026-08-18

- Fixed black screen when connecting to some UEFN versions
- Improved session discovery

### 3.0.1 — 2026-07-24

Improvements to session discovery

### 3.0.0 — 2026-04-30

Now powered by Pixel Streaming 2, Unreal Engine Remote delivers a faster, higher-quality streaming experience when streaming a session from UEFN and UE 5.8 or later. Older versions of Unreal Engine are still supported using MJPEG streaming.

Unreal Editor sessions from version 5.8 or later, or UEFN sessions from 40.30 or later are now discovered automatically on the local network and do not require you to enter the host IP address.

LiveLink functionality has been deprecated, this functionality is now provided by the Unreal VCam app.

### 2.1 — 2021-01-12

Now exposes ARKit tracking data as a LiveLink source.
Supports streaming of Widgets via Remote Session Stream in Unreal Engine 4.26
Bug fixes and improvements.

### 1.1 — 2019-10-03

Added support for MiFi controllers (Requires Unreal Engine 4.23)

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