How do I record gameplay in Unreal Engine 5?

Runtime Video Recorder enables gameplay recording directly in Unreal Engine 5. Simply add the RVR component to your level, configure resolution and framerate settings, and call Start Recording from Blueprints or C++. No external software or FFmpeg required.

Does Runtime Video Recorder work without FFmpeg?

Yes! RVR requires no external dependencies. It uses native platform APIs (Windows Media Foundation, AVFoundation, MediaCodec) for hardware-accelerated encoding. No FFmpeg, no codec packs, no external executables needed.

What platforms does Runtime Video Recorder support?

RVR supports Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, tvOS, and Oculus/Meta Quest platforms. The same Blueprint and C++ code works across all platforms with native hardware-accelerated encoding.

Can I record VR gameplay in Unreal Engine?

Yes! RVR has native VR support for Oculus and Meta Quest platforms. You can record from scene capture components, render targets, or spectator views. Perfect for VR training, content creation, and game testing.

What is the performance impact of Runtime Video Recorder?

RVR uses hardware-accelerated encoding with only 1-3% CPU overhead. Recording runs independently of game framerate, so you can record at 60 FPS while your game runs at any framerate. Trusted by Amazon Games and Riot Games for production use.

Can I implement instant replay with Runtime Video Recorder?

Yes! RVR supports instant replay functionality. Enable the replay buffer to continuously record the last 30-60 seconds of gameplay. When something notable happens, save the replay with one Blueprint node. Perfect for highlights, bug reporting, and content creation.

Runtime Video Recorder

The professional recording solution trusted by Amazon Games, Riot Games and leading studios worldwide.

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RVR - Runtime Video Recorder capturing games, VR training, drone simulations and architectural visualizations

Powering Critical Workflows

Game Testing & QA Automation

Record gameplay automatically during testing sessions. Capture bugs, performance issues, and edge cases without manual intervention.

Used by Amazon Games

Bug Reporting & Instant Replay

Enable players to report bugs with video evidence. Perfect for mobile and desktop testing with one-button recording functionality.

Used by Riot Games

Highlights Recording

Automatically capture epic moments, boss fights, and achievements. Create shareable content for players and streamers.

Used by content creators

Training & Education

Record training sessions for review and improvement. Enable clients to capture their experience and analyze performance.

Used by VR studios

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All major Unreal Engine versions supported

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Android

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More Ways to Use RVR

From VR recordings to drone simulation, discover how studios worldwide leverage RVR for their unique workflows.

Instant Replay & Highlights

Save the last 30-60 seconds of gameplay on demand. Let players capture epic moments, clutch plays, and share their best highlights instantly.

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VR Recordings

Capture immersive VR experiences using render targets. Record handheld virtual cameras and scene capture components flawlessly.

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In-Game Camera Recording

Multi-camera setups for cinematic content. Perfect for recording security cameras, spectator views, or custom camera angles.

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Security Camera Systems

Build in-game surveillance systems with recorded footage. Create realistic security camera mechanics for your games.

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Drone Simulation

Capture flight data and visual recordings from drone simulations. Perfect for training and analysis.

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Dataset Creation

Generate ML/AI training data from your Unreal Engine simulations. Automate dataset collection at scale.

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Pixel Streaming Capture

Record user interactions in cloud-based applications. Capture the video feed when players interact with your pixel streaming app.

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What Developers Say

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Content Creation

"It just works! There are so many different ways to record stuff on user machines in UE5 - some better than others. For me, this solution just works, and takes all the hassle away."

Game Development

"This is a very useful video recording at Runtime solution. It has solved many issues for my project. I hope the author will create more high-quality functional solutions."

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VR Recording

"I'm using this solution to record inside VR (handheld virtual camera using scene capture component) and it works flawlessly!"

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