Its features include 3D modeling, rigging, animation, particle effects, dynamics, compositing, and integrated rendering.Houdini 10 also features the Pyro FX toolset which enables visual effects artists to create high-quality smoke and fire. Houdini 10 includes support for viewport display and final rendering of Stereoscopic 3D content.
Visual effects artists can download Houdini Apprentice, a free personal learning edition with watermarks and limited render resolutions, or Houdini Apprentice HD for US$99 from the company’s Web site.