MPC-HC, the free, open source media player for Windows
Media Player Classic - Home Cinema (MPC-HC) is an extremely light-weight, open source media player for Windows. It supports all common video and audio file formats available for playback. MPC-HC is based on the original 'Media Player Classic' project, which was stopped in 2006, and contains a lot of additional features and bug fixes.
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Designed to be extremely light on system resources, making it ideal for older or less powerful computers.
MPC-HC is open source, allowing for continuous improvements and updates by the community.
Supports a wide range of video and audio formats, ensuring compatibility with most media files.
Offers a highly customizable interface, allowing users to adjust the player to their preferences.
Comes with built-in support for subtitles, including the ability to download subtitles directly from the player.
Includes advanced playback options such as speed control, frame stepping, and audio delay adjustment.
Supports multi-monitor setups, allowing for a more flexible viewing experience.
Capable of capturing video and TV, making it a versatile tool for media enthusiasts.
Includes support for DVD playback, complete with menu navigation.
A portable version is available, allowing users to run MPC-HC from a USB stick without installation.
As of 2017, the development of MPC-HC has officially ceased, but the player remains highly popular and functional.
MPC-HC is released under the GNU General Public License, ensuring it remains free and open source.
MPC-HC is designed to run on Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10. It requires minimal system resources.
Despite the end of official development, a vibrant community continues to support and use MPC-HC, sharing tips, custom builds, and more.
For users looking for alternatives, MPC-BE (Media Player Classic - Black Edition) is a popular fork that continues to receive updates.
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