Autodesk Maya: Create expansive worlds, complex characters, and dazzling effects

3D animation and visual effects software

What is Maya?

Autodesk Maya is professional 3D software for creating realistic characters and blockbuster-worthy effects.

• Bring believable characters to life with engaging animation tools.
• Shape 3D objects and scenes with intuitive modeling tools.
• Create realistic effects—from explosions to cloth simulation.

Why use Maya?

Accelerate workflows

Maya’s powerful tools help you iterate faster so you can focus on creativity and meet deadlines.

Deliver stunning visuals

Add fine details to characters and scenes, and deliver quality work that keeps clients coming back.

Scale for complexity

Top artists in the industry rely on Maya to create the most complex shots, characters, and worlds.

What you can do with Maya

Breathe life into 3D models with powerful animation tools

Whether you’re animating lifelike digi doubles or lovable cartoon characters, Maya has the animation toolset to bring your 3D assets to life.

Create detailed effects and environments with Bifrost

From blazing explosions to luscious forests, Bifrost for Maya makes it possible to create complex simulations and worlds in a single visual programming environment.