Transfer Motion to Characters with Wan 2.2 Animate ✨
Unified technology for character motion transfer and replacement with comprehensive body movement and facial expression replication. Superior temporal stability and natural realism for professional outputs.
Wan Animate
Character animation and replacement with Wan 2.2
Upload the character image to animate
Upload the motion video (max 120 seconds)
Animate character with motion video
Tip: Be detailed and specific for better results. Describe the subject, style, lighting, mood, and composition.
"preserve outfit; natural expression; no background changes."
Example Gallery
See what you can create with wan animate
Advanced Character Motion Technology 🎬
Professional character animation with AI accuracy
Unified Motion System
Single technology handles both character motion transfer and replacement tasks with consistent quality and natural movement replication.
Comprehensive Body Motion
Replicates complete body movements from source videos including posture, gestures, and dynamic actions with superior precision.
Natural Expression Transfer
Accurately transfers facial expressions and subtle micro-expressions for realistic character emotions and reactions.
Superior Temporal Stability
Maintains consistent character appearance and smooth motion across all frames without flickering or visual artifacts.
Animate & Replace Functions
Animate function: bring static characters to life. Replace function: swap characters in existing videos while preserving motion.
Affordable Motion Transfer
Starting from $0.2 per 5 seconds (480p) or $0.4 per 5 seconds (720p), supporting videos up to 120 seconds.
How to Animate Characters in 3 Simple Steps 🚀
From static image to animated character instantly
Upload Character Image
Upload a clear character photo (recommended PNG or JPG format). This character will be animated or used for replacement.
Upload Motion Reference
Upload the motion clip that provides pose and expression references. The character will replicate movements from this video.
Select Function & Generate
Choose 'Animate' to bring the character to life, or 'Replace' to swap characters. Add optional prompts for specific control, set resolution, and generate.
Why Choose Wan 2.2 Animate? 💡
Experience the power of AI character motion
Massive Time Savings
Skip manual rigging, keyframe animation, and motion capture. Generate animated characters in minutes instead of hours or days.
No Animation Experience Required
Transfer motion from video references without understanding complex animation principles or 3D software.
Consistent Professional Quality
Superior temporal stability ensures smooth, flicker-free animations with natural movement and expression replication.
Two Functions, One System
Animate static images or replace characters in videos using the same unified technology with consistent quality.
Affordable Character Motion
Fraction of the cost compared to traditional animation pipelines or motion capture equipment and studios.
Production-Ready Outputs
Generate animations suitable for commercial use across gaming, entertainment, marketing, and social media.
Perfect Applications for Character Motion 🌟
See how professionals use AI character animation
Virtual Avatars & Streaming
Create animated avatars that replicate real movements and expressions for virtual streaming and digital content creation.
Game Character Motion
Rapidly prototype character animations and movements for game development without manual rigging and animation processes.
Marketing & Commercial Content
Create character-driven marketing content with consistent movements and expressions across different scenarios.
Educational Materials
Animate instructors or mascots to deliver engaging educational content with natural gestures and expressions.
Entertainment Production
Quick previsualization for character animation, test different looks and movements before committing to full production.
Social Media Content
Create engaging character-based content for TikTok, Instagram, and other platforms with trending movements.
Frequently Asked Questions About Character Motion 💭
Everything you need to know about AI animation
How do I create my first animation with Wan 2.2?
Upload your character image, upload a motion reference video, select either Animate or Replace function, set your preferred resolution, and click generate. The system handles all technical aspects automatically.
What's the difference between Animate and Replace functions?
Animate function brings static character images to life using motion from reference video. Replace function swaps the character in a video while preserving the original motion.
What are the requirements for character images?
Use clear character photos in PNG or JPG format (avoid WEBP). Best results with well-lit, front-facing characters with visible features.
What type of motion videos work best?
Videos with clear body poses and facial expressions. Match the composition, camera position, and pose between reference image and target video for best results.
Should image and video have the same aspect ratio?
Yes! Using the same aspect ratio for input image and video significantly reduces failure rates and improves quality.
How long does animation generation take?
Most animations complete in 2-5 minutes depending on video length. Longer videos (up to 120 seconds) may take additional processing time.
Can I use Wan 2.2 Animate results commercially?
Yes! All animated results are yours to use for any commercial purpose under Apache 2.0 license without additional restrictions.
How can I improve my animation results?
Use high-quality, well-lit character images with clear features. Ensure motion reference videos have clear body poses and expressions. Match aspect ratios between image and video. Use similar camera angles and compositions for best motion transfer.
Bring Characters to Life with Wan 2.2 Animate Today 🎥
Professional character motion transfer and replacement
Natural Motion Quality Guaranteed