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3D modelling, animation and rendering software
3ds Max is software for 3D modelling, animation, rendering and visualisation. Create stunning game environments, design visualisations and virtual reality experiences.
Why 3ds Max
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Easy, robust modelling
Create, shape and define a range of environments and detailed characters.
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High-end rendering
3ds Max works with most major renderers - including Arnold, V-Ray and Iray - to help create striking scenes and visuals.
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Efficient 3D animation
Build imaginative characters and realistic scenes for games, architecture and product design.
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Flexible interoperability
Revit, Inventor and Fusion 360, as well as SketchUp, Unity and Unreal, all work with 3ds Max. (video: 3.05 min.)
What's new
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Arnold for 3ds Max
The MAXtoA plug-in is integrated into 3ds Max, giving you access to the latest Arnold features.
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Fluid simulation
Create realistic liquid behaviours directly in 3ds Max.
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Open Shading Language
Create Open Shading Language (OSL) maps, from simple math nodes all the way up to fully procedural textures.
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Shape Boolean object
Create parametric Boolean operations on 2 or more splines for open or closed shapes using the familiar UI from 3D Booleans.
See 3ds Max in action
Slightly Mad Studios
Project CARS 2: Racing to realism
A small, globally distributed game studio delivers a realistic driving experience in over 180 iconic cars across 60 world-renowned tracks.
Image courtesy of Slightly Mad Studios
Capcom
Resident Evil 7: Biohazard in VR
The franchise that popularised the survival horror genre pushes the limits again to create one of the most frightening VR experiences available.
Image courtesy of Capcom
Arup
14,000 heads are better than one
Pushing the limits on interactive storytelling in design visualisation in a company that designs everything from infrastructure to art exhibits.
Image courtesy of Arup
See how 3ds Max works with other Autodesk software
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‣Produce high-end renderings
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‣Bring film-quality rendering to your design visualisation
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