Really, HOW MUCH did you pay for 3ds max?

[lt1956]

I sent you A Private message as to why these things can be descussed on the Open Forum.

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[Vercingetorix]

Student versions are far cheaper, as well as second hand or older versions of the software.

[RTW King]

How much would the oldest version cost that still works for RTW?

[Red Harvest]

What is the cheapest student deal anyone has seen? I wouldn't mind paying a few hundred for it, but a few thousand is ridiculous for what would be simple hobby software for 99% of us.

[Vercingetorix]

I saw a second hand copy of 3ds Max 8 (student version) go for about $300 on E-bay the other day. You can keep a watch out on E-bay, they do pop up now and then but make sure you're getting a legit copy. The script was developed on 3ds Max 5, so at or above that version will work. A google search came up with a $160 student version of 3ds Max 8. The only catch is it expires in a year, the non-expiring copy is $600. It's an expensive piece of software there's not doubt about it, but if you score around and have some patience you can come across a good deal.