Autodesk 3ds Max

3ds Max is a professional 3D modeling, animation and rendering program by Autodesk. With 3ds extensions installed, 3ds Max can be used to create Model Files and animations for Fallout 4. A student license is available for those who qualify. Autodesk typically grants students a free, 3 year license.

Website: https://www.autodesk.com/products/3ds-max

Documentation: https://knowledge.autodesk.com/support/3ds-max

YouTube Tutorials: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnKw1txyYzRkDT7ZH-2Mzd4hwZ_zjY_jt

Notes

• 3ds Max 2013 has the greatest compatibility with Fallout 4 and the Creation Kit tooling. It is possible to use later versions with the Unofficial 3ds Max Nif Importer-Exporter.
• Blender can be used to import certain file types from websites with Python importers, such as Sketchfab. Then export selected Model File to 3ds Max in a preferred format such as .FBX, .OBJ or .DAE.

See Also

• Model File
• Material File
• 3ds Max - Fallout 4 NIF Exporter
• 3ds Max - NifTools Plugin
• Autodesk 3ds Max on Wikipedia
• Autodesk 3ds Max Store: Plugins (some free, others paid)
• Scriptspot 3ds Max Plugins (some free, others paid)