Cascadeur

Cascadeur

Advanced 3D keyframe animation software featuring AI-powered tools for character animation and rigging.

About Cascadeur

Cascadeur is a dedicated software solution for creating 3D character animations, whether humanoid or other models. It leverages AI-assisted features to accelerate key pose creation, visualize physical dynamics instantly, and fine-tune secondary motions. The platform offers extensive animation tools, including trajectory controls, ghosting, copying, tweening, IK/FK interpolation, a graph editor, video reference import, camera controls, and more, providing complete control over the animation process.

How to Use

Create detailed 3D animations in Cascadeur by rigging characters, positioning keyframes with AI assistance, applying physics for realism, and adding secondary motions. Export projects seamlessly with FBX and DAE formats for integration into other workflows.

Features

  • Advanced secondary motion tools
  • Rapid rigging with intuitive tools
  • AI-powered posing assistance
  • Supports FBX and DAE export formats
  • Physics-based auto motion simulation

Use Cases

  • Storyboarding and previsualization
  • Enhancing workflow for sports, shooter, and fighting game animation
  • Producing animations for films, games, and animated series

Best For

AnimatorsGame developers3D artistsRigging specialistsIndependent creatorsCharacter designersAnimation studios

Pros

  • AI tools significantly accelerate key pose creation
  • Physics-based features enable realistic motion simulation
  • Standalone software easily integrates into existing workflows
  • Flexible rigging from multiple sources simplifies character setup

Cons

  • Perpetual license requires annual payments
  • Mac version needs Apple M1 or M2 processors
  • Commercial licensing has specific restrictions on some plans

Pricing Plans

Choose the perfect plan. All plans include 24/7 support.

Free

$0

Lifetime free access

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Most Popular

Indie

$8 per month

Billed annually, suitable for individual creators

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Pro

$33 per month

Billed annually for professional users

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Teams

$33 per user per month

Per user, billed annually for collaborative teams

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FAQs

What subscription options are available for Cascadeur?
We offer free, Indie, Pro, and Teams plans, with additional educational options coming soon, to suit various user needs.
What are the costs for each Cascadeur plan?
Free: $0, Indie: $99 annually, Pro: $399 annually or $49 monthly, Teams: discounted rates per user for larger teams, and educational plans at $39 annually.
Can I export animations in all formats with my subscription?
Export options depend on the plan: Free users can export only in CASC format, while paid plans support all formats including FBX and DAE.
Is technical support included for all subscription types?
Priority support via Discord chat is available for Teams and Pro plans, with dedicated channels for faster assistance.
Are there restrictions on commercial use?
Yes, Indie plans limit companies to three licenses and under $100,000 annual revenue. Pro and Teams plans permit full commercial use, while free and educational versions do not support commercial projects.
What are the system requirements for Cascadeur on Windows and Linux?
Windows PCs require Windows 7 or higher; Linux systems need Ubuntu 16.04 or newer. MacOS versions require Apple M1 or M2 chips.