Cascadeur

Cascadeur is a standalone 3D animation software based on keyframes that allows for the efficient creation, editing, and cleanup of animations. Its primary focus is to streamline the animation process through the use of artificial intelligence and physics-based tools, delivering high-quality results in a fraction of the usual time. It is an advanced technical solution designed for both industry professionals and indie developers looking to optimize their workflow on their PC.

The tool's technology is highlighted by its AutoPosing system—an intelligent rig powered by neural networks. By moving specific control points, the AI automatically positions the rest of the character's body in a natural way, significantly speeding up the creation of complex poses. Furthermore, it features AutoPhysics, a tool that ensures movements are realistic and adhere to the laws of physics. It suggests adjustments via a visual guide to achieve believable kinetic behavior without compromising the original creative vision.

Key capabilities and functional benefits include:

• Quick Rigging Tool: Automatically generates a character's rig by simply dragging and dropping joints. It offers one-click compatibility for standard skeletons from platforms such as Mixamo, Unreal Engine, Metahuman, and Character Creator.
• Animation Unbaking: This feature transforms processed (baked) animations into fully editable files by intelligently selecting the required keyframes and interpolation intervals.
• Secondary Motion: Adds realism through a slider that automatically generates overlaps, bounces, and vibrations in limbs or body parts—perfect for action sequences.
• Video Mocap: Converts video recordings into 3D animations using integrated cleanup tools to refine the final output.
• Retargeting: Quickly transfers animations between humanoid characters with different proportions, regardless of their bone structure.

Cascadeur is highly compatible with industry standards, natively supporting .FBX, .DAE, and .USD formats. This ensures seamless integration with game engines like Unreal Engine and Unity, as well as other design software such as Blender, Maya, 3ds Max, and Houdini. The software is available for Windows, Linux, and Mac devices with Apple Silicon processors, providing a versatile tool for game development, visual effects, and high-precision digital content. Its architecture allows even animators with limited physics experience to achieve organic, professional-grade movement thanks to the constant assistance of its AI algorithms.