Major Disappointment: Interface Changes Make Course Obsolete
I've liked Motion Design School's courses before, so this was a real disappointment. The software's logic isn't clearly explained, it relies heavily on a 'paint by numbers' approach, and because the interface has changed so much since the course was made, it's virtually unfollowable. For people who are serious about Rive, there has to be a better resource out there, because this one isn't worth the price or the headache.
Response from Motion Design SchoolMay 18, 2026
Thank you for your honest feedback.
We’re sorry to hear the course did not meet your expectations, especially since you previously enjoyed Motion Design School courses.
We also appreciate your comments about the teaching approach — feedback like this helps us improve future updates and courses.
Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience.
WA
Wata
Honestly
Honestly, it’s glitchy. I keep running into issues with batches and I wish it just ran smoother.
Response from Motion Design SchoolJan 19, 2026
Thank you for your feedback — and sorry to hear about the issues you’re experiencing.
We’d really like to understand what’s going wrong so we can fix it. Could you please tell us a bit more about the glitches you’re seeing with batches? For example, what exactly happens and where it occur?
If possible, you can also contact us directly at [email protected] with a short description or a screenshot, and our team will be happy to help.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience — it really helps us improve.
TR
The R.
features i want are ignored because not…
features i want are ignored because not many requested it.
Response from Motion Design SchoolMay 20, 2025
We're sorry to hear you're dissatisfied and truly appreciate your sharing your thoughts.
To better understand your feedback, please clarify which specific functions or features you feel are missing or not being addressed. Your input is important to us, and we'd like the opportunity to review your suggestions in more detail.
👉 Please email us directly at [email protected] with a clear description of the features you're referring to, how they would improve your experience, and any examples or context you think would help.
Thank you again for helping us grow.
NM
Nzamba M.
They have amazing content however...
They have amazing content in the unreal engine course however, I would advise you to be wary of the version you use and not to get stuck or lost in the lessons. Trying to receive help from them when stuck is honestly a task and a half as you CONSTANTLY have to beg for a reply to receive assistance, and even then you might not be able to reach them, which is odd considering the amount of money you pay. I've been waiting three weeks from sent emails to IG dms looking for a simple reply/fix but....ooff
Response from Motion Design SchoolJan 1, 2025
Hello,
Thank you for your feedback about the Unreal Engine course.
The course is designed for a specific version of the software to maintain consistency in the lessons. However, with frequent updates to Unreal Engine, certain features or workflows may change. In such cases, students may need to adapt by exploring alternative animation options within the updated version of the software.
We understand this can be challenging, and we’re working to improve our support process to assist more efficiently when questions arise.
I appreciate your understanding, and we appreciate your dedication to learning!
D
איב א.
blender fundimentals course
I purchased the Blender Fundamentals course, and I can honestly say it's the worst purchase I've made this year. The instructor simply goes through the motions without providing any explanation about how to use Blender or the principles of modeling. Instead, they just repeat what keys they press, leaving little to no understanding of the actual process.
Response from Motion Design SchoolDec 29, 2024
Hello,
Thank you for sharing your honest feedback about the Blender Fundamentals course. We’re truly sorry to hear that the course didn’t meet your expectations.
We aim to ensure that every student gains valuable skills and knowledge, and we regret that this wasn’t your experience. We take your comments seriously and will pass them along to our course development team for review and potential improvements.
If you’d like, we’d be happy to recommend other resources or courses that might better suit your learning style and needs. Please feel free to reach out so we can assist you further.
Thank you for allowing us to improve.
CR
craig
I recently bought the womp and AE…
I recently bought the womp and AE course, if you watch the introduction video it seems you will be animating 3D in after effects. This is not the case. You make the 3D images in womp. Frame by frame and then just put them in a image sequence in AE. This isn't animating 3D in AE and the course is not what was advertised. I was really disappointed and have email 3 times about this over the course of a month and still haven't had a response. These courses are expensive costing a few 100 quid. Really bad customer service and just seems like a bit of a scam. Wont be using them again.
Response from Motion Design SchoolAug 11, 2024
Hello, we appreciate your feedback! Please check your email for our response to your request. The course description provided on our website is accurate and consistent with the course content. Thank you!
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رواية ش.
If you want to save your time and…
If you want to save your time and money, avoid taking courses from Motion Design School. They aren't worth downloading, even for free, as they resemble a collection of poorly made YouTube videos.
Response from Motion Design SchoolJun 29, 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear that you feel this way. If you could provide specific details on where you found our courses lacking, it would be helpful. Please note that we work hard to provide high-quality, valuable content for our students, as well as our courses, are prepared by renowned motion designers with over 10 years of experience in the field. Thank you!
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Frank D.
A complete Scam
I pre-purchased the Rive course. By watching the trailers and promotion one would think is quite a complete and comprehensive high-quality course. Once the course went live, I found out that the classes are only a set of guided instructions with no real explanation on how the software actually works or any deep / conceptual knowledge at all. Just blindly follow instructions so you can achieve the results.
Knowing this, I requested a refund. On the refund policies page it says that you're able to request a refund within 14 days of your purchase and that you didn't have to use a discount coupon to purchase the course. Support told me that they cannot give me a refund as I purchased the course with a coupon, which is not true. The course had a special pre-purchase price when I bought it, but it never said that it was using a coupon to make that discount, so in my opinion it's very deceiving and clearly a strategy to not make refunds.
The course is far to be worth the price that I paid ($299). It has clearly been rushed and I don't recommend it at all.
I'll be taking legal actions against MDS to make sure this doesn't happen to anyone else.
Response from Motion Design SchoolMar 13, 2024
Hello, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us!
Regarding the content of the course, we would like to emphasize that each lesson is meticulously crafted to provide comprehensive information. We understand the importance of digestible learning materials, which is why each lesson comprises more than four extensive videos. To ensure that students have ample time to absorb the material, complete assignments, and integrate their newfound knowledge into practical projects, we have implemented a structured release schedule. This approach enables students to fully engage with each lesson, thereby enhancing their learning experience and facilitating the development of portfolio-worthy projects.
Regarding your inquiry about the refund policy, we wish to clarify that the course was offered at a discounted price during the pre-sale period. As stated on our website, any products purchased at a discounted rate are non-refundable. However, once the pre-sale period concludes, the course will be available at its full price, providing the opportunity for refunds as per our standard policy.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter. Should you have any further questions or require additional assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We are committed to ensuring your satisfaction and are here to support you every step of the way!
Warm regards, MDS
