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What's 3D animation?
3D animation uses computer graphics to make objects look like they are moving in 3-dimensional space. Artists use 3D modelling software to build the objects. Next comes rigging, a virtual representation of an object or character's skeleton. Animators pose the rig at strategic points so it appears to move. Newer methods of animation involve motion capture, which records an actor's live movements for digital animation. Autodesk provides 3D animation software that spans the 3D production pipeline for today's demanding film, game and television projects.
How is animation software used?
VFX Studios: Game of Thrones
Game of Thrones visual effects pros from around the world share how the global phenomenon, with its tight deadlines and high viewer expectations, has challenged internal workflows, the way facilities collaborate and the visual effects business overall.
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ILM: Kong Skull Island
With larger than life creatures comes great responsibility. The animators and filmmakers of Kong: Skull Island discuss the challenges and opportunities of making the blockbuster film.
Resident Evil 7: Biohazard
We spoke with the Resident Evil 7: Biohazard development team about how game pipelines are evolving to be more like film pipelines, the transition to physically based rendering, their game engine and bringing the franchise to VR.
Animation software for entertainment, film and games
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Connect studios, teams and workflows with Shotgun
Professional production tracking and review
Shotgun combines powerful project management and review tools on a single platform that integrates with top VFX software, like Maya, 3ds Max, Foundry's Nuke and SideFX's Houdini.
Free 3D animation software
Free software for students and educators
We offer free Autodesk software for students and educators. Use the same 3D animation software as top professionals around the world.
Free software for non-profit organisations
Are you a non-profit organisation or entrepreneur working to create positive impact through design? See if you qualify for our Technology Impact Programme.
What's new in Maya and 3ds Max
Discover the newest features for animating in Maya and 3ds Max.
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Maya: UV editor workflow, look and feel
We have overhauled the UV Editor interface and included a new UV Toolkit with better tools and functionality.
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Maya: Clump modifier for interactive grooming
Generate realistic clumping effects in hair and fur for more natural-looking hair.
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3ds Max: 3ds Max Interactive
Build immersive architectural visualisations with the combined power of 3ds Max and a virtual reality engine in one place.
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3ds Max: Arnold for 3ds Max
Get the power of the Arnold renderer in 3ds Max with the new MaxtoA plugin.
Beginners: get started in animation for games
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3D animation for games
Getting into 3D animation for game design has never been easier.
Learn more (US site)
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3ds Max basic animation
Beginner-level tutorial shows how to animate an object in 3ds Max.
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Maya tutorials on Pluralsight
Learn 3D animation, rigging, walk cycles, nDynamics and more.
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Put your designs into VR
Learn how to move your design visualisations from 3ds Max into VR, to add more immersion and interactivity.
Animation software resources
Learn more about animation software with these tutorials, guides and tips.
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Autodesk's official CG community. Watch free tutorials and get the latest industry news.
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Watch Autodesk University video lessons on 3D animation from expert 3D artists.
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From beginners to professionals, Autodesk has 3D modelling software designed to meet your needs.
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LIVE Design (US site)
Learn about innovative workflows to create interactive visualisations and virtual reality experiences.
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Animation tutorials (US site)
Watch six essential animation tutorials from Lucas Martell, an award-winning and self-taught animator.
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Business tips for freelance animators (US site)
Learn 5 essential business tips to help you to succeed as a freelance animator.
