Unreal Engine Modding Tools
Tags: unrealengine, gamedev, reverseengineering, gamehacking
Published: 2023-09-13 00:18:33

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Unreal is the most mature &  popular game engine for AAA studios. For this reason, Unreal Engine modding is super popular, but there was a time when the tools to do so weren't available.  Over the years a number of excellent tutorials and tools have been released. Today I'll be showing you all the cool we've released as Guided Hacking.

### GH Unreal Engine Decompiler

Navigating through game engines often involves grappling with their compiled code. Decompiling this code can offer valuable insights into the engine's architecture, allowing for customization at a granular level. A remarkable tool for this purpose is the [GH Unreal Engine Decompiler](https://guidedhacking.com/threads/gh-unreal-engine-decompiler.20429/). By using this tool, you can retrieve the source code from Unreal Engine's compiled files, granting access to functionalities that would otherwise be obscured. This is particularly advantageous for those wanting to tailor the engine's capabilities to unique project needs.

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### Asset Dumping with UE4 Cheat Engine Plugin

Cheat Engine is the go to tool for reverse engineering and modifying video games.  But Unreal Engine is incredibly complicated and Cheat Engine has a hard time penetrating it's abstractions.  That's why we made the [GH Unreal Engine Dumper (UE4 Cheat Engine Plugin)](https://guidedhacking.com/resources/gh-unreal-engine-dumper-ue4-cheat-engine-plugin.763/). This Cheat Engine Plugin can systematically dump all classes, functions, variable names and more, offering you a granular view and control over these elements. The plugin is a powerful addition to your toolset if you aim for precision in asset management and modification.  It can do way more than just dump stuff.  It's honestly insane how powerful it is.

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### Enable the Dev's Built-In In Cheat Manager

Unreal Engine 4's Cheat Manager offers an abundance of commands to tweak gameplay elements, from changing variables to summoning objects.  This is actually used by the developers and is often disabled on release.  For an informative guide on exploiting this feature and re-enabling it for end users, refer to [How to Use Cheat Manager in Unreal Engine 4 Games](https://guidedhacking.com/threads/how-to-use-cheat-manager-in-unreal-engine-4-games.20092/). Utilizing the Cheat Manager can provide you with a ton of simple to use cheat features without reversing the game.  Think cheat codes, but for the devs.

![Image description](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/8fip1lgchgym4x8xh1xt.png)

### Object Spawning through UGameplayStatics

Sometimes in-game objects need to be generated dynamically, depending on various conditions like player actions or environmental changes. In Unreal Engine, UGameplayStatics provides an efficient way to spawn objects programmatically. The tutorial on [how to spawn objects with UGameplayStatics](https://guidedhacking.com/threads/unreal-engine-how-to-spawn-objects-with-ugameplaystatics.20364/) offers an intricate look at this technique. By mastering UGameplayStatics, you gain the ability to spawn objects in your game with complete control over their attributes and lifecycles.

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### EOF

Whether it's SDK generating, offset dumping, object spawning, cheat consoles or debug menus we have a plethora of tools & tutorials to suit your needs. Decompilers and Cheat Engine Plugins augment your capacity to reverse engineer and adapt the engine to your unique project requirements. The extensive tutorials and toolsets discussed here aren't merely luxuries but necessities for anyone looking to optimize their Unreal Engine reverse engineering experience. By leveraging these resources, you can become a GOD, not only in the game, but in real life too!