Maya.mp4 «Must Try»

If your video won't load, it is likely a missing system-level codec rather than a Maya bug.

Use the Maya Hardware 2.0 renderer to output a sequence of frames, then compile them into an MP4 using video editing software. Quick Tips for Maya Video Workflow

Before working with heavy video files, ensure Autosave is enabled under Windows > Settings/Preferences > Preferences > Files/Projects to prevent data loss if a codec causes a crash. Maya.mp4

MP4 files use temporal compression, which makes "scrubbing" (dragging) through the timeline laggy or inaccurate as Maya tries to calculate compressed frames.

A "Playblast" is a way to preview your animation without a full render. If your video won't load, it is likely

Convert your video into an Image Sequence (e.g., JPEG or PNG).

In Maya, create an and check the box for Use Image Sequence . MP4 files use temporal compression, which makes "scrubbing"

Many professionals playblast to a high-quality .avi or .webm format and then use Clipchamp or Handbrake to convert it to a standard H.264 MP4 for sharing.