What can we learn from flawed action scenes? In this final part of the series, Team Cascadeur's technical writer Fjodor explores how even poorly shot material can inspire solid 3D animation. From building rough sketches and using AutoPhysics to refining environment and camera work, this article shows how to extract the essence of imperfect references and turn them into clear, dynamic animation.

With Cascadeur 2025.2, we’re refining your animation experience with powerful upgrades to our most popular and widely used features - many of them based on user feedback. At the core of this update is a much improved AI Inbetweening system: smoother transitions, more precise results, and new ways to control your motion.

How do you capture the finesse of a perfect carving turn? In this article, @carver_arcalis shows how Cascadeur helps visualize the subtle mechanics behind edge control, weight shifts, and realistic board motion. Using custom rigs and a smart two-step animation process, he breaks down snowboard carving into clear, learnable movements — ideal for both enthusiasts and animators.

What can live-action fight scenes teach us about animation? In this follow-up to Part 1, Team Cascadeur's technical wriiter Fjodor explores how references from martial arts films can be used as a foundation for impactful 3D animation. From frame-by-frame analysis to working with centers of mass, this article shows how to go beyond copying and turn reference into real animation craft.

In Deformed, solo developer Deformed Studios throws players into a tense horror shooter full of biotech experiments and long-range combat. What began as a simple idea - put a monster in a game - grew into a dark, action-packed experience. Cascadeur made it possible to build complex cutscenes, gameplay animations, and even ragdoll moments. From blocking out poses to polishing final shots, it streamlined key steps in a solo dev pipeline.

In our latest Indie Spotlight, Jorge Rodriguez, founder of Lunar Workshop Games, shares the journey behind his action-packed retro roguelike Eclipse Breaker. As a former developer of major titles like Call of Duty and Double Action Boogaloo, Jorge explains how Cascadeur helped him bring complex animations to life despite not having formal training. With Auto-Rigging and AutoPhysics, he was able to create unique characters like a spiraling water dragon and flying bosses. An inspiring story about creative freedom, technical solutions, and the power of the right tools.

Marko and Dusan Fajler, the duo behind indie studio Sverun Games, set out to build Crowned in Steel - a brutal action-adventure with its own unique identity. In our latest Indie Spotlight, they share how Cascadeur helped them create over 270 custom animations without prior animation experience, bringing their fluid, combo-based combat system to life with precision and control.

With Cascadeur 2025.1 we are introducing a powerful new AI tool today that automatically generates smooth, natural animation between two poses - making your animation workflow faster and more intuitive than ever. With this new Inbetweening feature, seamless transitions are now just a click away!

Our latest Indie Game Spotlight features Freerun AR, a parkour game that uses procedurally generated animations - drawing inspiration from Cascadeur’s physics engine. Developer Wray Burgess has been a longtime fan of our software and has incorporated some of its core principles into his own animation approach. While Cascadeur wasn’t directly used for Freerun AR, its influence can be seen in the game's character movement and animation systems. Learn more about Wray’s journey, his passion for action sports games, and how Cascadeur shaped his perspective on animation!