Direct3D Alternatives
Looking for something other than Direct3D? Here are the top-rated alternatives ranked by the community.
Rankings factor in vote confidence: more votes can outweigh a higher score with fewer votes.
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Blender
Free and Open Source 3D Creation Software
Both in 3D & Animation
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Prusa i3
Open-source 3D printer with a modular design
Both in 3D & Animation
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2D animation software, Flash animation
Create Flash animation films, GIFs, and cartoons with Adobe Animate
Both in 3D & Animation
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Bambu Lab
Manufacturer of high-quality 3D printers and printing materials
Both in 3D & Animation
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Slicer (3D printing)
Open-source 3D printing slicer for precision and control
Both in 3D & Animation
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Pokémon
Japanese media franchise featuring collectible creatures and games
Both in 3D & Animation
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Akira (1988)
A classic Japanese animated sci-fi film set in post-apocalyptic Neo-Tokyo.
Both in 3D & Animation
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Ernest & Celestine
A heartwarming tale of unlikely friendship.
Both in 3D & Animation
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Lumion
Real-time rendering software for architects and designers
Both in 3D & Animation
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Lifecasting
Creating precise body replicas through mold-making
Both in 3D & Animation
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Blackmagic Design Fusion Studio
Advanced visual effects and motion graphics software for film, TV, and broadcast
Both in 3D & Animation
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Runway ML
Generative AI for video and world simulation
Both in 3D & Animation
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Grasshopper for Rhino
Grasshopper is a visual programming language and environment that runs within th…
Both in 3D & Animation
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MakeLab
Design competition and additive manufacturing resource
Both in 3D & Animation
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Lottie
Animation library for iOS, Android, Web, and React Native
Both in 3D & Animation
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Artistic Rendering
Autodesk Arnold is an advanced Monte Carlo ray tracing renderer for predictable …
Both in 3D & Animation
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Cuphead
Run and Gun game with traditional hand-drawn animation
Both in 3D & Animation
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Kilohearts Multipass
Multiband modular effect processor for sound design
Both in 3D & Animation
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Mystic Hookahs
The Agni Mystic Anime 3D Hookahs collection features bold, character-inspired ho…
Both in 3D & Animation
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Adobe Dimension
Create photorealistic 3D designs instantly.
Both in 3D & Animation
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