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3D modeling and animation software

Overview

Summary

Autodesk 3ds Max professional 3D modeling, rendering, and animation software enables you to create expansive worlds and premium designs.

System requirements:
Autodesk 3ds Max professional 3D modeling, rendering, and animation software
3ds Max overview (video: 4:48 min.)

What's New in 3ds Max

Introducing the Attribute Transfer Modifier
Introducing the Attribute Transfer Modifier

We added the new Attribute Transfer modifier in 3ds Max 2026.1. This modifier is designed to transfer various attributes between objects.

Push Modifier Enhancements
Push Modifier Enhancements

The latest enhancements make the Push modifier an even more powerful tool for creating intricate and controlled transformations in 3ds Max.

XForm Modifier Updates

The recent updates to the XForm modifier in 3ds Max introduces a new interface with several modes and functionalities.

USD for 3ds Max
USD for 3ds Max

USD for 3ds Max introduces the Promote to 3ds Max Object feature, enabling artists to work with geometry using native 3ds Max tools.

Arnold for 3ds Max
Arnold for 3ds Max

Arnold for 3ds Max is a feature release that brings faster scene initialization, USD improvements, and upgraded third-party components.

Bring your creative visions to life with 3ds Max

Bring your creative visions to life with 3ds Max

Get a tailored quote to fit your needs today and start creating stunning 3D designs.

Why use 3ds Max?

Enhance artist creativity

Create intricate designs with advanced modeling and rendering capabilities.

Accelerate tasks

Reduce repetitive, time-consuming tasks with time-saving tools.

Improve collaboration

Streamline data exchange with OpenUSD integration in 3ds Max.

Highlights

City environment made with 3ds Max

Create realistic 3D designs with powerful tools

Whether you’re building expansive gaming worlds or visualising intricate architectural designs, 3ds Max has the modeling toolset you need to bring your 3D assets to life.

Produce high-quality renders

From light mixing to color correction, the built-in Arnold renderer provides a rich experience and handles your most complex characters, scenes, visualizations, and effects.

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3ds Max in Action

Unlock greatness in game development

Unlock greatness in game development

3D generalist Thomas Berg breaks down VFX scenes from his work on Olav and two war documentaries.

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Embrace open standards

Discover how support for glTF allows users to open, create, and edit large amounts of 3D data with ease.

Create simulations

Edstudios details how to import geometry and particle simulations from 3ds Max and TyFlow to Omniverse Create.

The Micrographics Advantage

We don’t just sell software, we are technical experts who understand your industry. We can help you:

Integrate Business Systems

We develop data sharing solutions to improve and speed up the communication between CAD & business management technologies.

Optimize Business Processes

We do unique assessments of our clients, enabling them to address workflow challenges, identify opportunities & achieve objectives.

Leverage the Power of BIM

By understanding BIM philosophies we can develop & implement BIM solutions for any project or establish BIM standards for any company.

Have Questions About Complex Applications?

Speak to us about your operational requirements or outcomes and we'll tailor a solution best suited to your business.

3ds Max

Software Requirements

Operating System

Microsoft® Windows® 10, version 1809 or higher.
Microsoft® Windows® 11

Browser

Autodesk recommends the latest version of the following web browsers for access to online supplemental content:

  • Microsoft® Edge
  • Google Chrome™
  • Microsoft® Internet Explorer®
  • Mozilla® Firefox®

Hardware Requirements

CPU

64-bit Intel® or AMD® multi-core processor with SSE4.2 instruction set

RAM

4 GB of RAM minimum (8 GB or more recommended)

Graphics

Refer to 3ds Max Certified Hardware for a detailed list of recommended systems and graphics cards

Disk space

9 GB of free disk space for install

Pointing Device

Three-button mouse

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