Electronic Arts will use Unreal Engine 5 for Iron Man game

However, it's worth noting that this isn't EA's first foray into Unreal Engine. Respawn Entertainment, an EA developer, had previously used Unreal Engine 4 for the development of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, which was widely praised and sold rather well in spite of its shortcomings.

Besides the engine, not much else is known about the Iron Man game. The game's production started last February but it's believed to have been in development since July 2021.

Taking notes from its most successful forays in the Star Wars universe, EA's Iron Man game will primarily focus on a single-player experience in a large open world, featuring a unique narrative that will draw from Iron Man's rich history, including Tony Stark's complexity, charisma, and creative genius.

Despite the revelation about Unreal Engine 5, the Iron Man game appears to be in the early stages of its development. The fact that the team is still recruiting developers suggests that it could be a while before we see the game on the market. This switch signifies a notable shift in EA's approach and could set a new standard for the company's future games.

As EA Motive Studio continues to work on the Iron Man project, we can expect to see more news and updates surfacing. At the moment though, it seems they are taking their time to ensure that the game lives up to the legacy of the iconic Marvel superhero.

Whatever the outcome, it's evident that the decision to utilize Unreal Engine 5 for the game is a significant milestone for EA and could potentially shape the future direction of their game development.

In any case, EA's Iron Man game will now join the next Mass Effect entry in using Unreal Engine 5. Dragon Age: Dreadwolf, which might be out sometime next year, is still using the latest version of the Frostbite Engine.