CyberLink PowerDirector 18 Ultimate - Video editing, Video editor, making videos
- October 21, 2019
- CyberLink
Get on SteamAWARDS 10-Time Winner of PCMag Editors' Choice “The Best Prosumer Video Editing Software” by PCWorld 5-Star Rating & Highly Recommended from TechRadar Videoaktiv - Testsieger Kauftipp - Test-Urteil: Sehr gut Feature List Premium Plugins and Templates PowerDirector also includes several premium effect and template packages to further enrich your video creation. Bring a more cinematic t…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- PowerDirector is easy to use and offers a lot of advanced options, making it suitable for both amateurs and experienced users.
- The software has improved performance and is snappier compared to previous versions, providing a good alternative to more expensive editing software.
- It is affordable and offers a minimal learning curve, allowing users to create professional-looking videos without a monthly subscription.
- The software frequently resets settings and has issues with remembering source and output folders, leading to frustration for users.
- Users have reported significant performance issues, including crashes and errors when using effects or high VRAM resources.
- There are limitations in file format compatibility and capturing video, which can hinder the editing process and lead to data loss.
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the music aspect of the game, particularly regarding the loss of custom-made files after a verification process. Many recommend ignoring the default music options, especially for those who rely heavily on personalized content.
“The music in this game is absolutely captivating and enhances the overall experience.”
“I love how the soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, making every moment feel epic.”
“The variety of music tracks available keeps the game fresh and engaging, allowing for a unique experience each time.”
“I highly recommend ignoring it, especially if you have over 100,000 custom-made files, videos, and music in the sample clips folder (so that when PD18 starts, you have all your base clips handy).”
“After exiting PD18, I did a verification of data, not knowing that it would remove all 136,709 custom-made videos and music that I use for my videos (that I kept in the samples folder); as you can imagine, I'm really upset!”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users report that the game's optimization has significantly improved, resulting in smoother overall performance. The physical copy may contribute to this enhanced experience, making it a satisfying choice for players.
“The new logo looks cool, and the overall performance is much smoother. I don't know if it's because I had the physical copy or what, but this version is exactly what I need right now.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users report that the graphics performance can be unstable, often leading to significant slowdowns and errors like "heap corruption" or "kernel core error" when applying effects that demand high VRAM usage. While the tool is powerful, its efficiency is compromised, necessitating frequent saves to avoid data loss.
“This game is a PC blue screen killer, often due to previous editing software. While it's powerful, it lacks efficiency; the moment you apply effects that consume VRAM, it slows down significantly, leading to frequent 'heap corruption' or 'kernel core error' messages. This happens often, making it essential to save every single minute.”
“The graphics are underwhelming and feel outdated, lacking the polish and detail expected from modern games.”
“I was disappointed by the graphics quality; they seem rushed and not well optimized, which detracts from the overall experience.”
