The next generation of Xsens: ​Created to move you ​

Introducing two new models to our software

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AAA-studio quality, ready for animators

Every frame tells a story, and when movement feels real, stories come to life. We created and improved Xsens Animate to empower professionals to push the boundaries of digital animations.

With the upgraded Xsens Animate, you get female and male anatomy models and a more accurate motion engine, ensuring cleaner data from the start, making it the perfect match for the Xsens Link and Awinda.

Combined with a refreshed interface, dark mode, colored background options, and smoother workflows, Xsens Animate is built to move with you, from AAA-productions to indie pipelines.

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Less time cleaning up data, more time creating ​

Precision motion engine

Capture true-to-life motion with our new female and male anatomy models, plus enhanced spine dynamics and proportions for realism with less post-processing. Xsens leads the way as the first inertial mocap provider to offer native female and male models, tailored for truer motion and faster workflows.

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Cleaner data, faster workflows

Capture accurate, production-ready motion data right from the start. Save time on cleanup so you can focus on performance and your creative process.

Redesigned interface

Navigate with ease thanks to our modernized UI, intuitive controls, colored background options for easy chroma keying or aesthetic preference, and dark mode for those working long hours in any lighting environment.

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Made for your pipeline

Whether you're in previs, VFX, game development, virtual or live production, Xsens Animate integrates smoothly into your workflow for you to scale, whether you are an Indie or AAA-studio.

Effortless setup with Awinda

We made the lives of Awinda users easier by implementing Auto Sensor Mapping (experimental feature) for faster, flexible setups. This experimental feature enables any sensor can go on any designated spot. Test it out for yourself!

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Xsens Animate Software
Software options

Xsens Animate Live

Designed for live performance and real-time virtual production. Stream high-quality motion data live to your favorite 3D platforms with minimal effort. Powered by our improved motion engine for hyper-realistic animation in the moment.

Xsens Animate Pro

The preferred choice for high-end VFX and complex productions. Leveraging our most advanced processing engine, built for multi-actor shoots and complex scenes. Includes all the latest motion engine enhancements, plus advanced cleanup tools to make your pipeline even more optimized.

Easily integrated with Xsens Animate

Supports FBX, BVH, C3D, MVNX exports + plugins for gloves, face, and aiding

Xsens Animate software features

This table gives you an overview of the features and functionalities of our different Xsens Animate software options.

Software Licenses

Animate Live

For live streaming and broadcast

Animate Pro

For high performance

(NEW) Female and Male anatomy models
(NEW) Improved motion engine (spine and proportions update)
(NEW) Updated User Interface
(NEW) Dark mode
(NEW) Changing background colors (chroma keying)
(NEW) Experimental Feature: Auto Sensor Mapping for Awinda
Legacy model
Xsens HD Reprocessing Engine data quality i
Xsens Live Engine data quality i
Local exporting
FBX, BVH, C3D, MP4
Full magnetic immunity i
Number of actors supported
Up to 2 Actors
Up to 4 Actors (Unlimited with On-Body-Recording)
Finger tracking (Manus/StretchSense)
Xsens Metagloves (Pro) by Manus, StretchSense
Xsens Metagloves (Pro) by Manus, StretchSense
Live streaming
Extended live streaming - Virtual optical marker set
Stream recorded files
Plugins and third-party compatibility
Unreal Engine, Unity, Blender & more
Unreal Engine, Unity, Blender & more
Remote control and MVN Remote app
Soft access point
3D positional aiding with HTC VIVE i
3D Positional aiding with GNSS (GPS) i
Network sync i
Time code
On-body recording (OBR) i
Remote on-body recording i
Suit configuration: Full body Lower body Upper body lower body plus sternum
Scenarios
Single, Multi & No Level
Single, Multi & No Level + Soft Floor

Subscription options / License

Animate Live
Animate Pro
3-month subscription
6-month subscription
1-year subscription
3--year subscription
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Ideal for demanding applications

Game Development

Capture lifelike character animation ready for your preferred game engine. Xsens Animate ensures high fidelity, realistic body movement, and minimal cleanup with our improved motion engine, empowering studios to streamline animation pipelines from mocap to final gameplay.


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VFX | Virtual Production

Bring performances to life with cinematic realism. Whether you are working on previs, hero character animation, or your final shots, Xsens Animate delivers natural movement, clean data, and support for complex shoots, making it perfect for high-end visual effects and virtual production.


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VTube | Streaming

Connect with your audience through compelling digital avatars and motion-captured performances. Xsens Animate delivers seamless tracking and lifelike animation, perfect for creating engaging, real-time streaming content. Kick-start your VTube career with the best-in-class mocap solution.


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Education

Equip your students with industry-standard motion capture tools and knowledge for animation. Xsens Animate brings professional-grade motion capture into the classroom, offering intuitive workflows and reliable data for teaching character animation and performance capture, and more.


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Ready to choose your hardware?

Xsens Animate works seamlessly with our industry-leading motion capture hardware: Xsens Link, Xsens Awinda, and Xsens Awinda Starter. Explore which setup best fits your workflow, whether you need ultimate precision or wireless flexibility.

Xsens Link

17 embedded sensors (plus 1 prop sensor)

Full body Lycra suit available in 6 sizes (S-4XL)

Update rate: Up to 240 Hz

Range: 150m

Battery life: 10 hours

Xsens Awinda

17 wireless sensors (plus 1 proper sensor)

Full body strap set + 3 t-shirts (S, L, XXL)

Update rate: Up to 60 Hz

Range: 60m

Battery life: 12 hours

Xsens Awinda Starter

17 wireless sensors

Full body strap set + 3 t-shirts (S, L, XXL)

Update rate: Up to 60 Hz

Range: 25m

Battery life: 12 hours