VEGAS Movie Studio 17 Platinum Steam Edition

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The brand-new VEGAS Movie Studio 17 Platinum Steam Edition offers you complete freedom for creating your gaming and Let's Play videos. And with Music Maker Free, you have everything you need to create impressive soundtracks. The perfect introduction to the world of video production: As a part of the VEGAS product family, VEGAS Movie Studio employs the same technology as the fastest and most versa…

Play Modes

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

VEGAS Movie Studio 17 Platinum Steam Edition screenshot

39%

Audience ScoreBased on 412 reviews

story1 positive mentions

stability40 negative mentions

User-friendly interface that is accessible for both beginners and seasoned editors.
Offers a range of powerful editing tools and effects, making it suitable for various video projects.
Affordable option for those looking for basic video editing capabilities without a subscription model.

Frequent crashes and instability, making it frustrating to use and often resulting in lost work.
Laggy performance, especially when handling larger projects or high-resolution footage.
Lacks some essential features found in more advanced software, limiting its effectiveness for professional use.

stability
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the software is widely criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and a buggy user interface that hampers functionality. Many have experienced issues during rendering and previewing, leading to significant frustration and inefficiency. Overall, the software is deemed unreliable, with some users reverting to older versions or alternative programs for a more stable experience.
- “Vegas Movie Studio 15 never crashed on me, but Vegas Movie Studio 17 Platinum freezes and crashes so often.”
- “Not a software I would recommend, to be honest. It does the job but has loads of crashes and freezes when adding more than a few video files that are around 5GB. It's hard to work with, not optimized, and I can't find a way to control how much CPU/GPU it will use while rendering. Exporting is terrible overall, and saving projects is complex.”
- “With a Ryzen 7 2700X and a 2080 Super, this program still freezes over the dumbest things. The program itself is good but unstable; even flipping a video 90 degrees is enough to crash the entire thing.”
optimization
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
42%
33%
The optimization of the software is widely criticized, with users reporting frequent crashes and freezes, particularly when handling larger video files. While it does support hardware acceleration and performs adequately on older systems, the lack of control over CPU/GPU usage during rendering and complex project saving processes detract significantly from the overall experience. Overall, many find it poorly optimized and difficult to work with.
- “It also supports hardware acceleration for certain tasks, improving performance and reducing rendering times.”
- “While it may have occasional performance issues, the software's overall feature set and functionality offer an excellent platform for creating engaging and professional-quality videos.”
- “This runs well even on older hardware.”
- “Not a software I would recommend, to be honest. It does the job but has loads of crashes and freezes when adding more than a few video files that are around 5GBs. It's hard to work with, not optimized, and I can't find a way to control how much CPU/GPU it will use while rendering. Exporting is terrible overall, and saving projects is complex.”
- “The controls are bad, the back-end support is non-existent, and worst of all, it's about as optimized as a tiger missing 4 chromosomes.”
- “Not a software I would recommend, to be honest. It does the job but has loads of crashes and freezes when adding more than a few video files that are around 5GBs. It's hard to work with, not optimized, and I can't find a way to control how much CPU/GPU it will use while rendering. Exporting is terrible overall, and saving projects is complex.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
83%
The story aspect of the game is highlighted by a dynamic storyboard workflow that allows players to easily arrange and rearrange clips on the timeline, facilitating experimentation with various storytelling methods. This feature enhances the overall narrative experience by providing flexibility in how the story is presented.
- “One noteworthy feature is the dynamic storyboard workflow, which simplifies the process of arranging and rearranging clips on the timeline, making it easier to experiment with different storytelling approaches.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor aspect of the software is noted to be effective for creating simple, entertaining videos, particularly those with funny subtitles reminiscent of popular YouTube creators like SovietWomble. However, users suggest that for basic editing needs, more affordable alternatives like Movavi may suffice, as the software's humor features may not justify its use for less complex projects.
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Users report that upgrading to a more powerful graphics card significantly improves the performance and stability of Vegas Movie Studio 17 Platinum, making it a reliable choice for amateur video makers. The enhanced graphics capabilities contribute to a smoother editing experience, leading to positive recommendations for the software.
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
Users report significant audio and video desynchronization issues when importing MP4 gameplay videos recorded with Nvidia GeForce, which negatively impacts the overall gameplay experience.
- “When importing MP4 gameplay videos recorded with Nvidia GeForce, there's a huge desynchronization between the audio and the video.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is considered average, suggesting that it neither stands out as particularly enjoyable nor frustratingly tedious. Players seem to find it a standard experience without significant highs or lows.
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the game's replayability is high, with players appreciating the variety of choices and outcomes that encourage multiple playthroughs. Many highlight the presence of different character paths and unlockable content as key factors that enhance the overall experience. Overall, players feel that the game offers enough depth and diversity to keep them engaged beyond the initial playthrough.
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users appreciate the music aspect for its effectiveness in editing videos and assembling audio tracks, highlighting its utility for both video and music projects.