This tutorial shows
you how to animate a biped using the freeform technique. This technique
does not use footsteps; instead, you are responsible for animating
every part of the biped.
Freeform animation gives
you fine control over the biped's motion.
In this tutorial, you
will learn how to:
- Use planted, sliding, and free keys.
- Create a traditional walk cycle using
animated pivot points.
- Create a stretchy leg and a shaky walk
using Biped SubAnim controllers.
- Create animated 3ds Max bones from
a biped animation.
Skill level: Beginner
to Intermediate
Time to complete: 2 hours
Preparation for This Tutorial
- If you have not already downloaded the
tutorial files (MAX scenes and other assets), download them now
and unzip them into a project folder called \Autodesk 3ds Max 2011 tutorials. See
Where to Find Tutorial Files.
- On the Quick Access toolbar, click
(Project Folder) and set
your current project to Autodesk 3ds Max 2011 Tutorials.
