US government licenses Unreal game engine to train FBI agents and army medics

Video game developer, Epic Games, is known for giving players realistic experiences thanks to its popular Unreal Engine platform. But while games like Batman: Arkham City and Gears of War are certainly entertaining, virtually beating up thugs and fighting subterranean creatures doesn't exactly translate into real world skills. However a new agreement with teaching software developer, Virtual Heroes, could see Epic's platform used to create more practical experiences and train medical staff and law enforcement officers to handle high-stress situations. By using Epic's Unreal Engine 3, some United States government agencies like the FBI and US Army are hoping to give their employees tools for virtually practicing their skills in a more realistic environment and better prepare them to save lives. .. Continue Reading US government licenses Unreal game engine to train FBI agents and army medics

Section: Games

Tags: FBI, Law Enforcement, Medical, NASA, Simulator, Training, US Army, Video Games

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