With the Reality 5.3, utilizing a plugin is straightforward, accessible and can be readily accomplished. We anticipate that the majority of plugins Unreal 5.3.x will be compatible with Reality 5.3 SP2.
It is strongly advised against using plugins that interfere with the rendering process. In other words, plugins that modify rendering are not recommended and may impact the functionality of Reality 5.3 SP2.
Workflow
Ensure you have Unreal Engine Vanilla 5.3 installed.
Download the desired plugin.
Navigate to the Plugin folder within Unreal Engine. (Default path: C:\Program Files\Epic Games\UE_5.3\Engine\Plugins)
Copy the downloaded plugin and paste it into the Plugin folder for Reality Engine 5.3 SP1. (Default path: C:\Program Files\Zero Density\Reality\5.3\Engine\Plugins)
Quixel Bridge Example
For reference, the interaction between Reality 5.3 SP2 and Quixel is outlined below:
Open the Epic Games Launcher application.
Epic Games Launcher
Click on the Library tab.
Quixel Bridge
Install the Quixel Bridge.
Unreal Engine Vanilla Plugins Folder
Navigate to the Plugins folder within Unreal Engine Vanilla.
Copy the Bridge folder.
Reality 5.3 Plugins Folder
Navigate to the Plugins folder within Reality 5.3 SP2 and poste it.
Edit Menu
Launch the Reality Editor, go to Edit > Plugins.
Plugins Window
Find the Bridge plugin, enable it, then restart Reality Editor.
Quick Add Menu
Click on the Quick Add menu and select the Quixel Bridge.
Epic Games Account Login Screen
Login to your Epic Games account.
Bridge
Now you can use Quixel Bridge plugin within the Reality 5.3 SP2 with the same experience.
