Semi-Realistic Rain (Niagara) – With Collision & Wind Control

Video showcase: https://youtu.be/Y5PDDdE8Viw
(demo scene in video/images is only for preview purposes, not included, but attainable on FAB)

A semi-realistic rain system for Unreal Engine 5.6, built entirely in Niagara. This effect provides a clean, optimized rain simulation suitable for both cinematic and gameplay environments.

Features:

• ✅ Semi-realistic rain particles with balanced visual style – ideal for stylized-real or grounded scenes

• 💧 Collision support using analytical planes for accurate raindrop impacts

• 🌬️ Wind / velocity control via a simple bool switch, allowing instant toggling of directional rain behavior

• ⚙️ Fully customizable parameters (intensity, speed, scale, lifetime, opacity)

• 🎮 Optimized for real-time performance in large outdoor levels
  

Perfect for environment artists, level designers, and VFX creators looking for a plug-and-play rain effect that feels real without being overly heavy on performance.

Engine Compatibility: Unreal Engine 5.6+
System: Niagara