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EPISODE · Jun 9, 2026 · 8 MIN

How Game Engines Are Powering Hollywood Virtual Production

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Episode 41 of Gaming Tech with Fexingo dives into the growing use of game engines like Unreal Engine for Hollywood virtual production. Lucas and Luna break down how 'The Mandalorian' pioneered real-time LED wall filming, how it slashed post-production costs by up to 30 percent, and why companies like ILM and Sony are investing heavily in this crossover. They explore the economics: a typical virtual production stage costs $50 million to build, but saves studios millions per shoot. The episode also touches on how this tech trickles down to indie filmmakers. A must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of gaming and film, or the future of content creation. #VirtualProduction #UnrealEngine #GameEngines #Hollywood #ILM #TheMandalorian #LEDWall #Filmmaking #Technology #Business #Gaming #ContentCreation #Sony #EpicGames #RealTimeRendering #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #GamingTech Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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