Game Design - Autodesk

Video Game Design

Autodesk game design software solutions complement most video game design software and commercial game engines, offering tools and middleware to help create more innovative game experiences. Because gamers demand inspiring animation and effects, Autodesk software helps game designers, artists, and developers to meet these demanding needs with:

• 3D character animation
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Creative 3D modeling workflows
• Motion capture solutions

Whether you need 3D modeling or animation solutions, cutting-edge middleware, or interoperability technology, Autodesk has a broad toolset to suit your game design program.

Game Design Middleware

	Autodesk Kynapse Autodesk® Kynapse® game middleware is a leading artificial intelligence (AI) solution for game development and the creation of real-time simulations for nonplayer characters. Free Trial | Learn More
	Autodesk HumanIK Create more believable, real-time character animation for games with Autodesk® HumanIK® game middleware. Free Trial | Learn More
	Autodesk FBX Interoperability with Autodesk® FBX® technology—a widely supported, platform-independent 3D data interchange solution—helps remove barriers to data compatibility and gives production teams the freedom to build more efficient workflows. Learn More

Featured Game Design Software

	Autodesk Maya Autodesk® Maya® 3D modeling and animation software offers artists a creative workflow to bring their creative vision to life. Free Trial | How to Buy
	Autodesk 3ds Max Autodesk® 3ds Max® 3D modeling and animation software is for game developers looking for out-of-the box productivity.  Free Trial | How to Buy
	Autodesk MotionBuilder Autodesk® MotionBuilder® real-time 3D character animation software is an ideal tool for high-volume game animation pipelines and motion capture.  Free Trial | How to Buy

Game Design Classes

Autodesk University (AU) Online Class List

Free Design Software for Students

Autodesk helps prepare students for academic and professional success. Students are encouraged to join our free Education Community, get access to downloads of Autodesk design software, or purchase at a discount.
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