Houdini
sidefx.com3D procedural software for modeling, animation, VFX, and rendering
Creative Tools3d-softwarevfxproceduralanimationrenderingfilm-productiongame-development
About
Houdini is a professional 3D procedural software developed by SideFX, used for modeling, rigging, animation, VFX, look development, lighting, and rendering. It is widely adopted in film, TV, advertising, and video game production pipelines. The platform also offers extensive learning resources including tutorials, talks, and community events.
Problem
Professionals in film, TV, and games need a powerful procedural 3D tool to create complex simulations, animations, and visual effects.
For
3D artists, VFX professionals, animators, and game developers
How it works
Houdini uses a node-based procedural workflow that allows artists to build, simulate, and render 3D content with full parametric control across all stages of production.
Business model
freemium
Status
launched
Company
SideFX