Xsens Indie Program
High-end Mocap for indie studios

 

 

Capture like a studio. Create like an indie.

The Indie program is designed to support up-and-coming talent by making it easier to access AAA-grade motion capture. Importantly, it gives indies, emerging studios, and game developers a more affordable way to bring projects to life, all without compromising quality.

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Xsens Customers


More than 1,000 studios and independent creators use Xsens Mocap

The Program & Terms and Conditions

The Xsens Indie Program equips you with the same high-quality tools used in the game and film industry, on an indie budget. It means you, the creator, get a jump start, enabling you to integrate Xsens motion capture into your pipeline.

The Xsens Indie Program gives you access to a significantly reduced rate on the Xsens Mocap system. Once you're in, you unlock 50% off Animate Pro renewals for the entirety of your indie journey, saving you money across the board.

To sign up, you must meet the following criteria*:

  • Revenue or funding over the last fiscal year of no more than  $100,000 / €100,000
  • Not serving AAA or enterprise projects 
  • Share a behind-the-scenes footage/story within 24 months
  • Each eligible indie participant may purchase one (1) hardware/software bundle
  • Participants of the previous Xsens Indie Program will be treated as new applicants under the current program


*Apply for the Xsens Indie Program for full details on configurations, indie discounts, pricing, and conditions.
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Easily integrated with Xsens Animate

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

Xsens hardware and software

The Indie program enables a more affordable way to integrate Xsens motion capture into your pipeline. Next to the hardware, you will need Xsens Animate software.

The Xsens Indie Program offers a significant discount on the Xsens Mocap system* combination in your first year. 

After the first year, your Animate Pro subscription renews at a 50% discount each year as long as you remain eligible for the Xsens Indie Program.

 

*Apply for the Xsens Indie Program for full details on configurations, indie discounts, pricing, and conditions.

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Xsens Indie Program Stages

*Apply for the Xsens Indie Program for full details on configurations, indie discounts, pricing, and conditions.

Stages

Configuration
Offer Breakdown
First year
Hardware: Xsens Link, Xsens Awinda or Awinda Starter

Software: 12-month Xsens Animate Pro subscription
Depending on configuration, the bundle represents a discount between 37% - 66% compared to normal list price
Renewals
Xsens Animate Pro (3-month, 6-month, or 12-month).
50% discount
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Ready to choose your hardware?

Xsens Animate Pro works seamlessly with the Xsens Link, Awinda, and Awinda Starter hardware. Whether you're capturing fast, high-impact motion or need a flexible setup for multiple performers, there's a solution built to match your workflow and creative needs.

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

Start strong with the right tools for your Indie Mocap journey

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Xsens Link & Awinda

Choose the best hardware for your project. Xsens Link for high-impact shoots, and when you need longer range with the extended buffering options. The Xsens Awinda is perfect for easy switching between actors, and not too rough motions. Can also be worn over your clothes

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What is my investment

To join the Xsens Indie Program, you need to apply for and purchase Xsens hardware and software at a discounted rate.

As part of the program, you’ll receive a 50% renewal rate for Animate Pro for as long as you qualify as indie, giving you access to our most advanced Mocap software throughout your indie journey.


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Indie Program software

Animate 2025 delivers AAA-grade Mocap with a refined motion engine, improved spine dynamics, and support for both female and male anatomy models.

Experience seamless real-time workflows with live plugins for Unreal and Unity, an enhanced interface with dark mode, and faster setup. Created to move indies.

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