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Autodesk Maya: best for 3d animation | ThereIsASiteForThat

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Autodesk Maya

Industry standard 3D animation software used in film and games.

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Paid
3d animation
film production
game development

Editor score

4.5

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Pros

Deep, professional-grade toolset
Widely used across major studios
Extensive rigging/animation capability

Cons

Steep price and learning curve
Overkill for casual/hobbyist use

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