Software comparison

Resolume Avenue vs Unreal Engine nDisplay

Resolume Avenue is a VJ application, while Unreal Engine nDisplay is a real-time, node-based environment — they overlap in places but are often used together rather than as substitutes.

Resolume AvenueUnreal Engine nDisplay
DeveloperResolumeEpic Games
CountryNetherlandsUnited States
CategoryVJ softwareReal-time & node-based
PlatformsWindows, macOSWindows, Linux
LicencePerpetual licence per major versionFree to use; see Epic licensing terms
Skill levelBeginnerPro
First release——
Best forVJ performances without the advanced mapping, blending and DMX features of Arena.Immersive rooms, domes and LED volumes with real-time 3D.
Key features
  • Live VJ mixing & effects
  • Audio-reactive & BPM sync
  • Multiple screen outputs
  • NDI, Syphon/Spout
  • Cluster rendering across many projectors/LED walls
  • Real-time 3D worlds
  • Warp & blend via MPCDI
  • Virtual production

Verdict

Only Resolume Avenue runs on macOS.

Only Unreal Engine nDisplay runs on Linux.

Choose Resolume Avenue for vJ performances without the advanced mapping, blending and DMX features of Arena.

Choose Unreal Engine nDisplay for immersive rooms, domes and LED volumes with real-time 3D.

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