Wan 2.2 Animate
Animate a still character—or replace a character in video—in one unified AI pipeline. Give the model a character image and a reference video, Wan 2.2 Animate transfers motion + expressions and, when replacing, auto-relights/blends for a natural look.
Hint: You can drag and drop a file or click to upload
Hint: You can drag and drop a file or click to upload
Generating one video requires 100 credits
Wan 2.2 Animate Showcase
What is Wan 2.2 Animate?
Wan 2.2 Animate is an AI model that can either animate a static character (applying motion and expression from a reference video while keeping the original background) or replace a character in a video (inserting your static character into the clip with matched lighting and blending).
Key Features of Wan 2.2 Animate
Transform static images into dynamic videos with cutting-edge AI technology
Unified Framework
Combines character animation and replacement into one model by extracting and replicating movements and expressions.
Animation Mode
Transfers body motions and facial expressions from the reference video onto the static character image.
Replacement Mode
Swaps the subject in a reference video with a given character image, while preserving lighting and tone for seamless integration.
High-Fidelity Animation
Captures skeleton motion and facial details precisely, ensuring realistic character movement.
Relighting & Environmental Blending
When replacing a character in video, Wan 2.2 Animate includes a Relighting LoRA module that adjusts lighting, color tone, and appearance to ensure the inserted character blends naturally with the background.
Holistic Motion & Expression Replication
It uses spatially-aligned skeleton signals to drive body motion and encodes face features implicitly (rather than relying solely on landmarks), retaining subtle expressions and identity.
Evolution of Wan Technology
Latest Generation
High-fidelity character animation & replacement; motion + expression transfer; 720p HD, multiple aspect ratios; Relighting LoRA for realism. Social media clips, virtual avatars, film/game character animation
Latest Generation
High-fidelity character animation & replacement; motion + expression transfer; 720p HD, multiple aspect ratios; Relighting LoRA for realism. Social media clips, virtual avatars, film/game character animation
Mid-generation Upgrade
More stable image-to-video; improved style diversity; better detail rendering. Creative short videos, stylized animations, experimental media
Mid-generation Upgrade
More stable image-to-video; improved style diversity; better detail rendering. Creative short videos, stylized animations, experimental media
Early Release
Basic animation effects; simple image-to-video; limited looping motion. Entry-level animation, proof of concept demos
Early Release
Basic animation effects; simple image-to-video; limited looping motion. Entry-level animation, proof of concept demos
Why Choose Wan 2.2 Animate?
Unlike most image-to-video tools, Wan 2.2 Animate excels at combining motion transfer, facial expression fidelity, and character replacement in one unified model. With open-source licensing and professional-grade outputs, it offers creators and developers both flexibility and realism—making it the go-to choice for high-quality character animation.
| Feature | Wan 2.2 Animate | Pika Labs | Runway Gen-2 | Stability AI – Stable Video | Kaiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motion + Expression Transfer | Transfers both skeleton motion and facial expressions from reference videos for natural animation | Focuses on motion, limited facial detail | Good motion, but expressions less accurate | Emphasizes motion, weaker detail | More stylized, less precise expression control |
| Character Replacement | Replaces video subjects with static images, using Relighting LoRA for consistent lighting | Not supported | Not supported | Not supported | Partial support, limited results |
| Lighting & Environment Integration | Preserves original video lighting and tone, characters blend naturally | Basic filter-level adjustments | Limited lighting consistency | Simple shadow/lighting handling | Prioritizes artistic look over realism |
| Output Quality & Aspect Ratios | 720p HD, supports 16:9, 9:16, 1:1 | High-quality but platform-restricted | Up to 1080p, aspect ratio limited | Multiple ratios, but quality varies | Multiple ratios, highly stylized |
| Open Source & Customization | Apache 2.0 license, open source, ComfyUI plugins available | Closed-source, few customization options | Closed commercial model, limited controls | Partially open-source, medium flexibility | Closed-source SaaS, limited control |
| Best Use Cases | Virtual avatars, film post-production, game animation, social media clips | Marketing shorts, social sharing | Ads, creative short films | Experimental video generation | Artistic music videos, stylized projects |
More About Wan 2.2 Animate
What inputs are required?
It requires two inputs: a character image and a reference video. The video provides motion data, while the image is transformed into an animated character.
What is output quality?
It outputs 720p HD videos, usually around 6 seconds long. Multiple aspect ratios are supported, including 16:9, 9:16, and 1:1.
Can I use Wan 2.2 Animate commercially?
Yes. Licensed under Apache 2.0, it can be freely used in professional projects like advertising, film, and gaming.
How does it compare to traditional animation?
Unlike manual keyframe animation or motion capture, Wan 2.2 Animate requires no expensive hardware or expertise. It reduces production time from weeks to minutes while maintaining professional quality.