Cascadeur

Cascadeur is a user-friendly 3D animation tool that helps you create stunning character animations effortlessly.

Cascadeur is a powerful standalone software designed specifically for 3D keyframe animation, especially suited for humanoid and various other characters. Its main goal is to make the animation process smoother, whether you're starting a brand new animation or tweaking an existing one.

One of the standout features of Cascadeur is its incorporation of artificial intelligence and physics tools, which not only speed up your workflow but also help you achieve impressive quality in your animations. For example, with Quick Rigging, you can easily generate or modify character rigs, making setup a breeze. The Animation Unbaking feature allows you to turn pre-baked animations into editable forms, giving you greater control over your work. Another fantastic tool is AutoPosing, which uses smart neural networks to assist with rigging in a more intuitive way.

When it comes to fine-tuning your animations, Cascadeur provides specialized controllers for detailed hand and finger movements, ensuring that every nuance of your characters is just right. The AutoPhysics feature is great for adding realistic motion with little effort, helping your characters move in a natural and believable way. Plus, the software includes secondary motion capabilities, which enhance your animations by simulating the realistic overlap and bounce of body parts.

Cascadeur is also very versatile in terms of compatibility, supporting a wide range of file formats such as .FBX, .DAE, and .USD, which makes it easy to integrate into your existing animation workflow. Alongside this, it works seamlessly with various other 3D software and platforms, including Unreal, Unity, Daz3D, 3DS Max, Maya, Mixamo, Blender, Houdini, and Cinema 4D. This means you can smoothly transition your work across different tools without any hassle.