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Face Cap X

by studioromanrec·Workflow

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Why we like it

A niche entry in the superhive library for artists who already build rigs with Auto-Rig Pro and want webcam-based facial capture in Blender.

What is Face Cap X?

Face Cap X is a facial motion capture addon for Blender that captures in real time using any webcam compatible with your computer. It runs on Windows and macOS Apple Silicon. The addon works with rigs created using the Auto-Rig Pro addon; if you don't yet have one, a free sample rig is available from Auto-Rig Pro.

Version compatibility depends on your Blender build: Face Cap X 1.5.0 supports Blender 3.2 through 4.1, while version 2.0.0 works with Blender 4.2.0 and above. On macOS, the addon must be launched by starting Blender from the terminal using the path to the Blender application. Eye tracking is not available.

The addon ships with documentation, and a demo video is available. It is distributed under the GPL license. Face Cap X is published by studioromanrec and is also offered as part of the Studioromanrec Blender Add-Ons bundle.

Who is Face Cap X best for?

Face Cap X is best for blender artists doing real-time facial motion capture with Auto-Rig Pro rigs and a standard webcam.

How much does Face Cap X cost?

Face Cap X is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Real-time facial motion capture inside Blender
  • Works with any webcam compatible with your computer
  • Supported on Windows and macOS Apple Silicon
  • Works with rigs created using the Auto-Rig Pro addon
  • Documentation included
  • GPL license

Tags

#facial motion capture#webcam#Blender addon#Auto-Rig Pro#real-time#animation#rigging

Frequently asked questions

What Blender versions does Face Cap X support?

Face Cap X support depends on the version you install. Face Cap X 1.5.0 is compatible with Blender 3.2 up to 4.1, while Face Cap X 2.0.0 works with Blender 4.2.0 and above. Choose the build that matches your Blender installation to ensure the addon runs correctly. The listing indicates compatibility across a range of Blender versions, so check your current Blender version before downloading the matching release of the addon.

What rigs does Face Cap X work with?

Face Cap X works with rigs created using the Auto-Rig Pro addon. If you don't yet have a rig made with Auto-Rig Pro, a free sample rig is provided by them that you can download and use with Face Cap X. This means Auto-Rig Pro is part of the workflow for setting up your character before applying facial motion capture through the addon in Blender.

How do I run Face Cap X on macOS?

Face Cap X on macOS requires launching Blender from the terminal rather than opening it normally. You use the path to the Blender application inside the app bundle, which you can copy and paste into the terminal. If you have multiple versions of Blender with custom names, adjust the path accordingly to point at the specific Blender build you want to run. This step applies to macOS Apple Silicon, which the addon supports alongside Windows.

Does Face Cap X support eye tracking?

Face Cap X does not include eye tracking; this feature is not available in the addon. The addon focuses on real-time facial motion capture using any webcam compatible with your computer, running on Windows and macOS Apple Silicon. If eye tracking is essential to your project, keep in mind this limitation when planning your facial capture workflow in Blender with Face Cap X and your Auto-Rig Pro rig.

Is Face Cap X free?

Face Cap X is listed as free in this catalog and is distributed under the GPL license. For current licensing details and any bundle options, such as the Studioromanrec Blender Add-Ons bundle that includes it, refer to the developer's page. The addon is published by studioromanrec, and the developer's page is the best place to confirm the latest terms before downloading and using Face Cap X in Blender.

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