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3D animation software
Many leading companies in the games (US site), film, television (US site), and advertising industries rely on Autodesk 3D animation software to create compelling digital content. In today’s climate of rapidly rising consumer expectations, tight deadlines, and shrinking budgets, Autodesk can help you build a modern production pipeline for:
- Fully animated features
- Visual effects (US site) and post-production
- Game design (US site)
- Previsualization and virtual movie-making
Professional animation tools
With integrated workflows, streamlined data exchange, and productivity and performance enhancements, our software can help you meet even the most challenging deadlines. Use Autodesk 3D animation software for:
- Sculpting and texture painting
- 3D modeling and animation
- Simulation and effects
- Realistic and stylized rendering
Featured 3D animation software
Maya
Maya software offers 3D modeling, animation, simulation, and rendering tools on an extensible production platform.
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Maya LT
Maya LT 3D game development software offers professional indie game developers creative tools at an affordable price.
Subscribe (US site) or try for free (US site)
3ds Max
3ds Max software offers integrated modeling, animation, and rendering tools for out-of-the-box productivity.
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Media & Entertainment Collection
Media & Entertainment Collection offers end-to-end creative tools for animators, modelers, and visual effects artists.
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MotionBuilder (US site)
Create high-volume animations, previsualizations, and virtual movies with this 3D character animation software.
Subscribe (US site) or try for free (US site)
FBX (US site)
Transfer files across platforms and between many Autodesk 3d animation tools with FBX data exchange technology.
Download for free
Mudbox (US site)
Create production-ready 3D assets with intuitive Mudbox 3D digital sculpting and texture painting software.
Subscribe (US site) or try for free (US site)
Free software for students & 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 nonprofits
Are you a nonprofit or entrepreneur working to create positive impact through design? Learn more about our Technology Impact Program and see if you qualify for free design and engineering software.
Additional 3D animation resources
Indie Game Maker (US site)
It’s never been easier to get into indie game development. Get inspired, connect with the community, and find the tools you need.
AREA
Interact with other artists and experts in our lively community.
Autodesk University MasterClasses
Get tips and tricks, and learn from expert 3D artists.