FBX Review is a utility software by Autodesk that lets you view 3D models and animations without full 3D authoring tools like Maya or 3ds Max. Acting as a cross-platform viewer, it streamlines asset reviews for teams. While built around the FBX format, it also opens various common 3D file types.

View models without authoring tools

FBX Review provides a quick, easy way to review 3D assets. You can also readily check models by toggling between display options. It also offers familiar controls like play, pause, and scrub-through, along with the ability to switch between user-created cameras saved within the file, enhancing any 3D review workflow significantly.

However, it has a tendency to freeze and glitch. Furthermore, despite its support for various formats, the software fails to support many popular or proprietary file types that users frequently encounter, limiting its usefulness as a truly universal viewer and forcing some users back to full 3D authoring tools.

Has some rough patches

In conclusion, FBX Review offers a lightweight solution for reviewing complex 3D assets and animations. Easy navigation, toggleable display options, and the ability to handle animation playback are major benefits for creative teams. Unfortunately, its frequent glitches and the limited file support can reduce its use, making it a frustrating tool.