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Unreal Engine director Nicholas Penwarden retires after 15 years at Epic

Nicholas Penwarden, a longtime Unreal Engine director and engineer, has left Epic after 15 years. He posted on LinkedIn expressing pride in the engine's evolution and the team he worked with. His exit follows other recent senior departures at Epic. The company is preparing Unreal Engine 6, targeted for 2027 and focusing on portability and interoperability.

• Penwarden retires after 15 years at Epic
• Served as UE4 graphics programmer, director of engineering, VP, and engineering fellow
• Posted LinkedIn note praising the team and Unreal Engine's progress
• Departure comes amid other senior exits as Epic readies Unreal Engine 6 (2027)