PowerDirector 17 Ultimate - Video editing, Video editor, making videos

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Do more with the latest version AWARDS 10-Time Winner of PCMag Editors' Choice 5-Star Rating & Highly Recommended from TechRadar PowerDirector wins “Gold Award” by Top Ten Reviews “The Best Prosumer Video Editing Software” by PCWorld Feature List Premium Plugins and Templates UNIQUE PowerDirector also includes several premium effect and template packages to further enrich your video…

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

PowerDirector 17 Ultimate - Video editing, Video editor, making videos screenshot

58%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

music3 positive mentions

monetization1 negative mentions

PowerDirector 17 Ultimate offers fast rendering speeds and an intuitive user interface, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced users.
The software includes a variety of templates and features like multi-key sampling chroma key editing and frame-by-frame motion tracking, enhancing creative possibilities.
Users appreciate the efficient project nesting and integrated video collages, which streamline the editing process and allow for creative expression.

Many users report frequent crashes and issues with Media Source Error 2, which can ruin projects and cause significant frustration.
The software has a steep learning curve for beginners, and some features, like the multi-cam mixing interface, are considered underdeveloped.
Rendering times can be excessively long, with some users experiencing hours of wait for relatively simple edits, leading to dissatisfaction.

music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the games is highly praised, with developers leveraging significant financial support to create memorable soundtracks that enhance the overall gaming experience.
- “The music in this game is absolutely captivating, enhancing the overall experience and immersing players in its world.”
- “Each track is meticulously crafted, perfectly complementing the gameplay and elevating the emotional impact of the story.”
- “The soundtrack is a masterpiece, featuring a diverse range of genres that keep the gameplay fresh and engaging.”
optimization
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The optimization of the game has received positive feedback, with users highlighting effective profiles and rendering techniques that contribute to ultimate performance. Overall, players appreciate the smooth gameplay experience and efficient resource management.
- “The optimization in this game is outstanding, with profiles and rendering that truly enhance the overall performance.”
- “I am impressed by how well the game runs; the optimization makes a noticeable difference in gameplay fluidity.”
- “The attention to detail in optimization, from rendering to performance tweaks, really elevates the gaming experience.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the program is criticized for being intrusive, with frequent ads promoting paid software subscriptions and plugins. Users also express frustration over limitations in features like chroma keys and motion tracking, alongside a lack of sufficient documentation and guides. Overall, the monetization approach detracts from the user experience.
- “The limit of 3 chroma keys is frustrating, and the motion tracking feature is practically useless. Every time I open the program, I'm bombarded with ads for their paid software subscriptions and plugins. The performance is slow, and there's a lack of documentation and guides available.”