Cascadeur
An AI-assisted 3D animation software that helps animators create realistic and physically accurate character movements with ease.
Price: Freemium
Description
Cascadeur is a professional 3D animation software specifically designed to simplify the creation of physically accurate character animations. It integrates AI-powered tools and physics-based automation to assist animators in generating natural-looking movements, especially for bipedal and quadrupedal characters. The software targets 3D animators, game developers, VFX artists, and character designers who need to produce high-quality, realistic animations efficiently. Cascadeur stands out from traditional animation software by incorporating "AutoPosing" and "AutoPhysics" features, which intelligently adjust character poses and apply realistic physics, significantly reducing the manual effort and technical expertise typically required for complex character animation.
How to Use
1.Download and install the Cascadeur software on your computer.
2.Import your 3D character model into the workspace.
3.Use the AutoPosing tools to quickly set key poses for your character.
4.Apply AutoPhysics to automatically generate realistic secondary motion and ensure physical accuracy.
5.Refine the animation using traditional animation tools and curves.
6.Export your completed animation in standard formats (e.g., FBX) for use in other 3D software or game engines.
Use Cases
Game character animationFilm and cinematic animationVFX productionPre-visualization for various mediaAnimation for virtual and augmented realityCharacter rigging and posing
Pros & Cons
Pros
- AI-assisted AutoPosing and AutoPhysics for realistic movement.
- Significantly speeds up character animation workflow.
- Produces physically accurate and natural-looking animations.
- Reduces the need for extensive manual keyframing.
- Offers a free version for non-commercial use.
Cons
- Requires learning a new software interface.
- Still needs human artistic input and refinement.
- Resource-intensive, requiring a capable computer.
- Commercial use requires a paid license.
Pricing
Free (Basic) Version:
Free for non-commercial use or companies with annual revenue under $100,000
Limited features and export options (e.g., lower resolution export)
Includes watermarks on some exports
Pro Version:
$30/month (or $250/year, saving $110)
Full features, high-resolution export
Commercial use for companies with revenue under $1,000,000
No watermarks
Business Version:
$100/month (or $1000/year, saving $200)
All Pro features
Commercial use for companies with revenue over $1,000,000
Priority support
Floating licenses available
Free version available indefinitely for non-commercial use
Refund policy: Typically no refunds for digital software licenses after purchase, but offers a free version to try before buying.
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