Source 2 Viewer
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VisitSource 2 Viewer vs UE Viewer
What both publish
| Fact | Source 2 Viewer | UE Viewer |
|---|---|---|
| Command line | A cross platform console application can export and decompile Source 2 resources similarly to the main application. | The program supports command-line viewing and exporting, with options for paths, game tags, and resource types. |
| Integrations | The site describes glTF exports as compatible with Blender, Unity, Unreal Engine, and other tools. | Exported formats are intended for 3D modeling software and Unreal Engine; the maker also documents ActorX Importer scripts for 3ds Max among its tools. |
| Purpose | Source 2 Viewer browses VPK archives and views, exports, and decompiles Source 2 assets such as maps, models, materials, textures, and sounds. | UE Viewer is a program for viewing and extracting resources from games made with Unreal Engine. |
| Support | The maker directs users to report issues and notes that reports with a file path and error message usually get looked at quickly. | The maker points users to its FAQ, forum, and tutorial videos, and says it may sometimes be unable to work on UE Viewer beyond small stability fixes. |
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Pick Source 2 Viewer if…
It suits people exploring, extracting, or converting assets from Source 2 game files, including users who want to work with exports in Blender, Unity, or Unreal Engine. Developers can also use the command-line utility or ValveResourceFormat library to handle resource files programmatically.
Pick UE Viewer if…
It suits users extracting or inspecting supported Unreal Engine packages on Windows or Linux. It can also help users exporting assets for 3D modeling software or Unreal Engine.