Autodesk, design without limits.

Modeling

Polygons, NURBS, sculpting, and retopology.

Rigging

Skeletons, deformers, skinning, and controllers.

Animation

Graph Editor, Time Editor, and animation layers.

Bifrost

Fluid, smoke, fire, and procedural effects simulation.

Arnold Rendering

Included photorealistic CPU and GPU renderer.

LookdevX

USD and MaterialX material creation.

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Working in modern production pipelines.

Scripting

Python and MEL for automating and creating tools.

• Smart Extrude: extrude, cut, and merge in a single tool.
• Bevels on Booleans: bevels update when inputs change.
• Modernized Dope Sheet: clearer interface and cascading editing.
• LookdevX 1.3: MaterialX support.
• Bifrost 2.9: ocean wave simulation.
• Arnold (MtoA 5.4): MaterialX shaders and faster GPU startup.

Maya 2025 or 3ds Max 2025?

Maya is the standard for character animation and film effects. 3ds Max is often preferred for architectural visualization.

Activating Your Maya 2025 Subscription

1. You orderSecure payment on the store.
2. You receive your accessBy email, with the French activation guide.
3. You installDownload from your Autodesk account, then sign in within Maya.

An internet connection is required for activation, and then occasionally to verify the subscription. If you have any issues, our support team will help you with your order number.

Technical Specifications

For simulation and rendering, 32 GB of memory and an NVIDIA RTX card make a real difference. Check the official Autodesk configuration for Maya 2025 before installation.

Which Autodesk Software Should You Choose?

Other versions of Maya and software often used with it.

• Maya 20253D animation and visual effects.You are on this page
• Maya 2026The next version.See the page
• Maya 2027A more recent version.See the page
• 3ds Max 20253D modeling, animation, and rendering.See the page
• Arnold 2025Photorealistic CPU and GPU rendering.See the page
• MotionBuilder 2025Mocap and real-time animation.See the page
• Mudbox 2025Digital sculpting and 3D painting.See the page
• Flame 2025Compositing, VFX, and finishing.See the page
• All Autodesk SoftwareCompare the entire range.See the collection