3D Max
Autodesk 3ds Max, often referred to as 3D Max, is a professional 3D computer graphics program for making 3D animations, models, games, and images. It is used by architectural visualization studios, game developers, film and television studios, and design professionals to create detailed scenes…
Key facts
- First appeared
- 1990
- Category
- technology
- Problem solved
- 3ds Max was created to provide a powerful, yet accessible, 3D modeling, animation, and rendering solution on the then-emerging Microsoft Windows platform, addressing the limitations of its DOS-based predecessor (3D Studio) and more expensive workstation-based solutions. It democratized professional 3D content creation by offering advanced features to PC users.
- Platforms
- Microsoft Windows
Related technologies
Notable users
- Blur Studio (VFX, animation)
- Foster + Partners (architectural visualization)
- Ubisoft (game development)
- Digital Domain (VFX, historically)
- KPF (architectural visualization)
- Capcom (game development)