Animation Formats & Engine Support
Animation Formats & Engine Support
Every MoCap Online animation pack is available in multiple industry-standard formats. Choose the format that matches your software or game engine, and get production-ready motion capture data that works right out of the box.
FBX
The industry-standard exchange format. Works with virtually any 3D software or game engine. Start here if you're unsure which format to choose.
- Works in Maya, 3ds Max, MotionBuilder, Blender
- Importable into any game engine
- Full skeleton + animation data
- 30 fps, root motion included
BIP
Native Biped format for Autodesk 3ds Max. Direct load into any Biped rig with automatic skeleton matching and Biped-specific features.
- Native 3ds Max Biped format
- Direct skeleton matching
- Biped mixer & motion flow support
- Export to FBX for game engines
Unreal Engine
Optimized FBX files for Unreal Engine. UE Mannequin-compatible skeleton with IK Retargeter support and AnimGraph-ready clips.
- UE5 IK Retargeter compatible
- UE Mannequin skeleton
- MetaHuman retargetable
- AnimGraph, Blend Spaces, Montages
Unity
Ready for Unity's Mecanim Humanoid system. Automatic retargeting to any Humanoid character with Animator Controller-ready clips.
- Mecanim Humanoid Avatar
- Auto-retarget to any character
- Animator Controller & Blend Trees
- Built-in, URP, HDRP compatible
iClone
Native rlMotion format for Reallusion iClone plus FBX import support. Apply directly to CC3/CC4 characters with Motion Library integration.
- Native rlMotion format
- CC3 & CC4 character support
- Motion Layer editing
- Reach Target & Foot Contact
Blender
FBX files configured for Blender's import pipeline. Works with Blender's NLA Editor, Action system, and any Humanoid armature.
- Blender FBX import optimized
- NLA Editor & Action system
- Rigify & Mixamo compatible
- Retarget to any Humanoid armature
Format Comparison
| Feature | FBX | BIP | Unreal | Unity | iClone | Blender |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Root Motion | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 30 fps | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Engine-Native | — | 3ds Max | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Auto-Retarget | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| State Machines | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| Native Format | .fbx | .bip | .fbx (UE) | .fbx (Unity) | .rlMotion | .fbx |
Which Format Should I Choose?
Every animation pack on MoCap Online includes multiple format options, so you can always get the right files for your project:
- Game developers (Unreal) → Choose the Unreal Engine format for native AnimGraph integration
- Game developers (Unity) → Choose the Unity format for Mecanim Humanoid retargeting
- 3ds Max artists → Choose BIP for native Biped workflow, or FBX for general use
- Blender artists → Choose the Blender format for optimized FBX import
- iClone users → Choose iClone for native rlMotion files
- Not sure? → Start with FBX — it works everywhere
Every pack. Every format. Professional motion capture for your project.
Browse Animation PacksBrowse by Format
- FBX Animations — Universal format for Unreal, Unity, Blender, Maya, and more.
- BIP Animations — Native 3ds Max Character Studio format.
- Free Animation Packs — Download free samples in any format.
Complete Animation Library by Format
Every motion capture animation pack in the MoCap Online library is available in multiple 3D formats. Browse the complete collection for your chosen engine or software below. Each format collection includes the full catalog of mocap performances — combat, locomotion, fear reactions, idle loops, social animation, and more.
FBX Format — Universal 3D Animation
FBX is the standard interchange format supported by Unreal Engine, Unity, Blender, Maya, 3ds Max, Cinema 4D, and every major 3D tool.
- FBX Animation Collection — Complete motion capture library in FBX format
- FBX 3D Character Animations — Every FBX character pack
- FBX Zombie Animations — Undead creature motion capture in FBX
- FBX Ninja Pro — Complete ninja martial arts motion capture pack
Unreal Engine Format — UE4 / UE5 Ready
Native Unreal Engine animation packs with UE4 skeleton retargeting, ready to drop into your project.
- UE4 3D Character Animations — Complete Unreal Engine mocap library
- UE4 Punch Starter — Unarmed combat animations for Unreal
- UE4 Zombie Starter — Undead creature animations for Unreal
- Unreal Essentials Bundle — Curated Unreal Engine animation essentials
Unity Format — Mecanim Ready
Unity-native animation packs configured for the Mecanim humanoid rig and the Unity Animator state machine.
- Unity Animation Collection — Complete Unity mocap library
- Unity 3D Character Animations — Every Unity character pack
- Unity Play Pack — Leisure and play action animations
- Unity Dance Pack — Social dance motion capture
- Unity Death Pack — Character death animations
Blender Format — Native Blender Armature
Motion capture animations optimized for Blender with native armature bindings and ready-to-render rigs.
- Blender Animation Collection — Complete Blender mocap library
- Blender Walk Pack — Walking and locomotion cycles
- Blender Dance Pack — Social dance performances
- Blender Mobility Pro — Professional locomotion library
- Blender Hipfire Pack — Weapon hip fire combat animations
BIP Format — Native 3ds Max Character Studio
Native BIP files for Character Studio in 3ds Max — the original motion capture workflow standard for max users.
- BIP 3D Character Animations — Complete BIP library
- BIP Mobility Animations — Walking, running, locomotion in BIP
- BIP Life Desk Pack — Office and seated animation library
- BIP Punch Pro — Complete unarmed combat in BIP format
iClone Format — Reallusion Character Creator Ready
iClone-compatible motion capture animations for Reallusion Character Creator and iClone 7/8 workflows.
- iClone 3D Character Animations — Complete iClone mocap library
Complete 3D Character Animation Library
Looking for the complete overview? The full MoCap Online catalog covers every action category across every supported format.
- Complete 3D Character Animation Library — The full catalog
- Mocap for Every Game Development — Curated packs for game devs
- Demo Packs — Try before you buy
- Free Animation Packs — Download free samples
Helpful Guides
Interactive guide to help you pick the right format for your engine and workflow.
File Formats Deep DiveTechnical comparison of FBX, BIP, Unreal, Unity, iClone, and Blender formats.
Free FBX Animations for Game DevGet started with free mocap animations in FBX format.
Free Sample PackDownload free animations in all formats to test in your pipeline.
