I just wanted to let everyone know that Discreet's latest version of 3ds max (version 7) is now shipping, and you can get a fully functional 30 day trial at
www.discreet.com (sign-up required). If you don't want to sign up, here's the "secret link" that they will email to you after you sign up:
http://nct.digitalriver.com/fulfill/...a12adcc9b593-3
Here's the official description:
Do you have the vision to bring
[color=#0000ff]3D film effects[/color] to the big screen? How about generating realistic characters in a
[color=#0000ff]top-selling game[/color]? Maybe rich and complex
[color=#0000ff]design visualization[/color] is in your plan? Whether you are
[color=#0000ff]new to 3ds max®[/color] technology or already a fan of the world's #1 3D animation solution,
3ds max® 7 will empower you to boldly tackle even the most radical creative challenges.
You bring the imagination. We'll bring the rest. Introducing
3ds max 7—the must-have 3D modeling, animation, and rendering solution for demanding artists, schools, and production environments. This landmark release of Discreet’s award-winning software raises the bar once again, defining the new state of the art in 3D animation for game development, design visualization, feature film and television effects, and education.