Global 3d Animation Market Size & Outlook, 2023-2030

The 3d animation industry worldwide is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 51,028.6 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 12.3% is expected of the worldwide 3d animation industry from 2024 to 2030.
Revenue, 2023 (US$M)
$22,671.3
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$51,028.6
CAGR, 2024 - 2030
12.3%
Report Coverage
Worldwide

Global 3d animation market highlights

  • The global 3d animation market generated a revenue of USD 22,671.3 million in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 51,028.6 million by 2030.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR (2024 - 2030) of 12.3% by 2030.
  • In terms of segment, 3d modeling accounted for a revenue of USD 6,855.3 million in 2023.
  • Visual Effects is the most lucrative type segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • In terms of region, North America was the largest revenue generating market in 2023.
  • Country-wise, Mexico is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2024 to 2030.


Global data book summary

Market revenue in 2023USD 22,671.3 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 51,028.6 million
Growth rate12.3% (CAGR from 2023 to 2030)
Largest segment3d modeling
Fastest growing segmentVisual Effects
Historical data covered2018 - 2022
Base year for estimation2023
Forecast period covered2024 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentation3D Modeling, Motion Graphics, 3D Rendering, Visual Effects


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, the North America accounted for 36.9% of the global 3d animation market in 2023.
  • By country, the U.S. is projected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • By country, Mexico is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 1,175.8 million by 2030.

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3d modeling was the largest segment with a revenue share of 30.24% in 2023. Horizon Databook has segmented the Global 3d animation market based on 3d modeling, motion graphics, 3d rendering, visual effects covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


Visual effects (VFX) involve the creation of live action imagery by using computer-generated graphics. VFX is executed in the post-production stage with the use of technologies and multiple tools such as animation, graphics design, and modelling. The VFX industry is fast emerging as an indispensable part of games and film making.


The visual media consumption in digital platforms is increasing day by day, owing to the shift of audience from content ownership to having real-time access to a digital library. The trend of outsourcing VFX from the developed countries to the cost-effective developing countries is on the rise and has adversely affected the artists in the advanced nations. In order to overcome the problem of offshoring, the government and well-established organizations of developed countries such as the U.K. and Canada have started offering subsidies, grants, and tax reliefs to companies operating in the field of 3D animation.

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