Autodesk 3ds Max
Verified3D modeling, animation, and rendering software for games, design visualization, and VFX
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- Starting price $245/month
- Free trial Available
- Best for Freelancers, SMEs, Agencies
What is Autodesk 3ds Max?
Autodesk 3ds Max is a 3D modeling, animation, and rendering application developed by Autodesk, primarily used for game asset creation, architectural and product visualization, and visual effects. It is a Windows-only application featuring non-destructive modifiers, polygon and NURBS modeling, the MAXScript scripting language, and the node-based Max Creation Graph for building custom tools and modifiers.
3ds Max is sold as a subscription billed monthly or annually, in line with Autodesk's standard subscription pricing structure. Autodesk provides a free trial of the software and support options including 24x7 online resources for subscribers, along with student and educator access through the Autodesk Education Community.
Key Features of Autodesk 3ds Max
Autodesk 3ds Max lists 8 documented features, including Non-destructive modifier stack for editing geometry, MAXScript scripting language for automation and Character Studio with Biped skeleton rigging. The list below covers what the product does rather than how it is marketed.
- Non-destructive modifier stack for editing geometry
- MAXScript scripting language for automation
- Character Studio with Biped skeleton rigging
- Scene Explorer for hierarchical scene management
- Polygon and NURBS modeling tools
- Integrated cloth simulation engine
- Support for Arnold and third-party renderers
- Max Creation Graph for custom modifiers and plugins
Autodesk 3ds Max Pricing
Autodesk 3ds Max lists 2 plans, from $245 to $1,945.
Monthly Subscription
$245/month
Single user
Full 3ds Max subscription billed monthly.
Annual Subscription
$1,945/year
Single user
Full 3ds Max subscription billed annually, saving versus month-to-month billing.
Autodesk 3ds Max Specifications
Autodesk 3ds Max is available on Windows. It offers an API and has a free trial.
- Deployment
- On Premises
- Billing cycle
- Monthly
- Desktop
- Windows
- Languages
- English
- Built for
- Freelancers
- SMEs
- Agencies
- Enterprises
- Support
- Phone
- Tickets
- Training
- Integrations
- Arnold, V-Ray, Substance, Chaos Corona, Unreal Engine, Unity, FBX pipelines
- Public API
- Yes
- Free trial
- Yes
- Free plan
- No
- Runs in browser
- No
- Customisable
- Yes
- Website
- autodesk.com
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