Let's be real. As 2D animators, we all want the same thing: tools that get out of the way so we can just create. We want powerful rigging that doesn't take a week to set up and a workflow that doesn't make us want to throw our monitors out the window.
Well, the team at LOST MARBLE might have just answered our prayers.
Moho 14 is here, and it's not just a minor update—it's a ground-up transformation. This is the very software that powered Oscar-nominated masterpieces like Wolfwalkers and The Breadwinner. Now, it’s been supercharged to make that same professional power more accessible and faster than ever.
Whether you're a pro studio (looking at you, Moho Pro 14) or just starting your creative journey (Moho Debut 14), this release is packed with new features that promise to revolutionize your workflow.
Let's dive in and see what's under the hood.
What’s New in Moho 14? Speed, Power, and Pure Creativity
Moho 14 focuses on getting the technical hurdles out of your way so you can focus on storytelling.
1. A Need for Speed: The All-New Graphics Engine
Tired of animating in one window and previewing in another, only to find they don't match? Moho 14’s new Advanced Graphics Engine is a beast. It leverages your GPU to give you real-time previews of almost everything—blurs, shadows, gradients, and even complex masks. What you see is finally what you get, making your creative process faster and infinitely more intuitive.
2. Get Your Hands Dirty: Enhanced Drawing & Frame-by-Frame
Moho's vector tools always felt different, and now they feel better. The Freehand, Blob Brush, and Eraser tools are more responsive, feeling less like rigid vectors and more like natural sketching.
Plus, new tools like Multi-Stroke Fill and Connect and Create, along with enhanced frame-by-frame controls, mean you'll spend less time cleaning up and more time bringing your characters to life.
3. Unleash the Elements: Liquid Shapes & Curvers (The 'Wow' Features)
This is where my jaw dropped.
Liquid Shapes: Imagine animating fire, smoke, or water directly on the canvas in real-time. This is a massive time-saver for 2D effects animation, giving you instant, fluid results.
Curvers: This new tool gives you mind-bending control over bending vectors. Think flowing hair, swishing tails, or rippling cloth, all rigged and animated with a new level of precision.
4. The Legendary Rigging Just Got Smarter
Let's talk about the elephant in the room: Moho's rigging. It’s already one of the best 2D rigging systems, period. Moho 14 keeps everything that makes it great—Smart Bones, Vitruvian Bones, FK & IK, and Pin Bones—and makes it the rock-solid core of the software. This system simplifies ridiculously complex character movements, making it accessible for beginners while giving pros the deep control they crave.
5. Automate Your Animation: Physics & Dynamics 2.0
Why animate every single overlap when you don't have to? Moho’s physics engine can automate natural motion with gravity and wind. The big news? Bone dynamics now support rotation, scale, and translation. This means more realistic secondary motion—bouncing hair, jiggling accessories, dangling earrings—with minimal effort from you.
A Smoother Workflow for the Modern Animator
Moho 14 also tightens up the entire production pipeline:
Seamless Integration: Full PSD and SVG import means you can design in Photoshop, Illustrator, Procreate, or Clip Studio Paint and seamlessly bring your work into Moho for rigging and animation.
Smart Line Boil: Get that classic, hand-drawn "wiggly line" look automatically, with full control over the effect.
New Creative Styles: Add an organic touch with new Freehand Styles like Wet Ink, Charcoal, and Watercolor.
A Smarter Timeline: With an updated Lua 5.4.4 scripting engine, colored keyframes, and faster shortcuts, you'll spend less time fighting the timeline and more time perfecting your shot.
Which Moho 14 is for You? Pro vs. Debut
Moho 14 continues to offer two distinct editions, so you only pay for the power you need.
Moho Pro 14 (The Studio Powerhouse)
This is the full, unlocked experience. If you're a professional animator, a studio, or a serious creator, this is your choice.
Highlights: You get everything. The full rigging system (Smart Bones, Vitruvian Bones), custom mesh creation for 3D-like rotations, all the physics and particle automation, and the new Liquid Shapes and Curvers. This is the best professional animation solution for complex projects.
Moho Debut 14 (The Creative Starter)
Perfect for hobbyists, students, and first-time animators. It’s built on the same powerful core but offers a friendlier, affordable entry into the world of 2D animation.
Highlights: It comes with an easy-to-use rigging system, a full content library to get you started, powerful vector drawing tools, and PSD import. It’s the best animation software for beginners who want to learn on a professional-grade platform.
The Verdict: Is Moho 14 the Future of 2D Animation?
As we look toward 2025, the animation software landscape is crowded. But Moho 14 makes a compelling case. It’s not just about adding features; it’s about refining the experience of animation.
It’s an intuitive workflow that bridges the gap between powerful rigging and creative drawing. It’s a one-time purchase (that’s right, no subscriptions!). And it’s backed by a massive community of tutorials, forums, and experts.
If you're looking for the best 2D animation software that balances professional power with creative freedom, Moho 14 is a must-see. It’s truly built for storytellers.
Technical Details & Availability in India
System Requirements:
Windows: Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit), 2.0 GHz Intel Core i3 or higher, 4 GB RAM, 1.6 GB storage, OpenGL 4.1 GPU.
Macintosh: macOS 10.15 or higher, 2.0 GHz Intel Core i3 or higher, 4 GB RAM, 1.6 GB storage, OpenGL 4.1 GPU. (Fully compatible with M1, M2, & M3 chips).
Get Moho 14 in India
Moho 14 is officially distributed in India by ARK Infosolutions. They provide:
1. Fully licensed software, updates, and support.
2.Technical assistance for setup and troubleshooting.
3. Workshops, tutorials, and training sessions.
4. Volume licensing for studios.
5. Multiple payment options.
Ready to start? Contact the ARK Infosolutions team at moho@arkinfo.in or visit www.arkinfo.in/moho.