Softimage
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User interface of Softimage 2011
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| Original author(s) | Softimage, Co. |
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| Developer(s) | Autodesk |
| Initial release | 2000 (as Softimage |
| Stable release |
2015 / April 14, 2014
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| Development status | Discontinued |
| Operating system | Microsoft Windows, Linux |
| Type | 3D computer graphics |
| License | Trialware |
| Website | www |
Autodesk Softimage, or simply Softimage (/sɒftᵻˈmɑːʒ/) was a 3D computer graphics application, owned by Autodesk, for producing 3D computer graphics, 3D modeling, and computer animation. Formerly Softimage|XSI, the software was predominantly used in the film, video game, and advertising industries for creating computer generated characters, objects, and environments.
Released in 2000 as the successor to Softimage|3D, Softimage|XSI was developed by its eponymous company, then a subsidiary of Avid Technology. On October 23, 2008, Autodesk acquired the Softimage brand and 3D animation assets from Avid for approximately $35 million, thereby ending Softimage Co. as a distinct entity. In February 2009, Softimage|XSI was rebranded Autodesk Softimage.
A free version of the software, called Softimage Mod Tool, was developed for the game modding community to create games using the Microsoft XNA toolset for PC and Xbox 360, or to create mods for games using Valve Corporation's Source engine, Epic Games' Unreal Engine and others. It was discontinued with the release of Softimage 2014.
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