There is a product called Gmaxx that is free to use, or was a few years ago. Same guys make 3dStudio Maxx but this is more oriented towards gamers . I'm not sure its still around . A lot of the same functions as its cousin, but , its basically free . I'm not even sure what version of 3dStudio Maxx is out anymore .
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Here ya go.
gmax down load is at http://www.turbosquid.com/gmax Version 1.2
3d Studio Max site is here http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/index?siteID=123112&id=5659302 . Also features a Trial period , tutorials, etc, all down loadable . There may be other ways to get this but , ya know *coff* torrents *coff* .