Maya

  • Unit Image Crafts Superhero-Worthy Stylized Animation for Marvel Rivals Cinematic Trailer: No One Rivals Doom

    When Alexandre Lerouge and his team took on the “No One Rivals Doom” cinematic trailer for Marvel Rivals, they knew they had to think outside the box. Marvel Rivals, an action-packed game where iconic heroes and villains face off in epic battles, demanded a visual style that was as bold and dynamic as its gameplay.…

    Animation

  • Empowering Animators with AI Innovation: Autodesk at Annecy Film Festival 2025

    The Annecy International Animation Film Festival and Market is one of the most significant global stages for animation enthusiasts and professionals, highlighting the diverse evolution and exciting future of the industry – from traditional techniques to modern workflows. Join us in Annecy France from June 8-13 to explore how AI can help you focus on…

    Animation

  • A Showreel of the Year’s Peak Moments in Film, TV, and Games

    This past year was full of the moments we love—binge-watching late into the night, waiting through the movie credits just in case there’s a post-credit scene, finishing every last part of a great game. That’s what happens when the year’s packed with incredible animation, visual effects, game development, and storytelling that stick with you. There…

    Animation

  • Crafting Crowds: Fortiche, Golaem, and the Magic of Arcane Season 2 

    “Fortiche” means “Ace” in French, a name chosen deliberately by co-founders Jérôme Combe, Pascal Charrue, and Arnaud Delord when they founded their animation studio Fortiche Production in 2009. Since then, they have worked tirelessly to establish Fortiche as a globally renowned animation studio.   Based in Paris, Montpellier, and Las Palmas, Fortiche operates as a tightly…

    Animation
  • Waterfall made with Bifrost Liquids

    Introducing new crowd tools, AI, and connected workflows for incredible storytelling 

    We kicked off this month celebrating the best in storytelling—the moments that inspire and stay with us. Dune: Part Two took home the Academy Award for Best Visual Effects, a testament to the power of great stories, passion, talent, and the right tools. Now, as the month wraps up, we’re focused on making the next…

    Maya

  • Student winners behind “Pittura” shine bright at the 23rd VES Awards 

    The Visual Effects Society held its 23rd annual Awards on February 11th in Beverly Hills, California and has once again highlighted a remarkable array of creative achievements. The VES Awards were established to recognize the VFX supervisors, producers, and artists who bring creative visions to life. These awards celebrate exceptional artistry and innovation in film,…

    Visual Effects

  • The Mill and Autodesk Serve Up A Star-Studded Michelob ULTRA Super Bowl Ad

    For some, Super Bowl LIX is about watching the Kansas City Chiefs chase their third consecutive win—or seeing the Philadelphia Eagles take it from them. For others, it’s the excitement of Kendrick Lamar and SZA taking the halftime stage. But for many, it’s all about the commercials—one of the only nights where the ad break…

    Maya

  • TEKKEN 8: Legacy Meets Innovation with the Combined Power of Maya and Unreal Engine

    As the newest title in the decades-old iconic fighting game series, TEKKEN 8 faced the challenge of bringing its unique style onto home consoles, which required a higher quality of art direction and production. Developers at Bandai Namco upgraded and streamlined their production processes with powerful visual production tools and game engines to create a…

    Game Development

  • World VFX Day 2024: Celebrating artistry and innovation in visual effects 

    World VFX Day is a global event celebrating artistry, talent, and innovation in visual effects. It highlights the skill and passion that goes into creating the stunning VFX work seen in blockbuster movies, TV shows, games, and more.   This year marks the second edition of the event and promises to be bigger than ever –…

    Events

  • ‘Granblue Fantasy: Relink’ brings iconic 2D aesthetics into 3D with flexible creative tools

    While translating a 2D style into a 3D world for the 2024 role-playing game ‘Granblue Fantasy: Relink,’ video game development studio Cygames used unique modeling tools and techniques within a larger suite of animation solutions, perfecting a highly-stylized and immersive look. Translated from Japanese. Read the original story in Japanese here. ‘Granblue Fantasy: Relink’ set…

    Game Development