Will the animations work with common 3d programs like Maya and 3ds Max?

Yes, .FBX Animation Pack can be downloaded and imported into most 3d applications such as Maya, 3ds Max, Motion Builder, XSI Blender, C4D, Houdini, etc.

BIP Animation Packs, 3D biped animation data are available for 3DS Max.

Also supporting game engines such as Unity 3D and Unreal Engine.

As well as animation software packages, Blender, iClone, and DAZ 3d.