Description
Media Player Classic Home Cinema is a great and easy solution for all types of media player needs. This classic player is based on Media Player Classic and includes a great collection of media codecs (ffdshow). So you don't need to install any external codecs separately.
This player can play DVDs, decode the popular H.264 format on new generation graphics cards, and works seamlessly with other monitors or TVs. It supports multiple subtitles and is compatible with QuickTime and RealVideo formats.
This is a small size software but comes with a completely understandable and simple interface. It is translated into 14 different languages.
Features
- Complete compatibility with Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7
- Lightweight and simple interface, layout like Windows Media Player
- Advanced options for Home Theater
Video and audio decoding support
- MPEG-1, MPEG-2 and MPEG-4 formats playback
- VCD, SVCD and DVD playback do not require additional software
- Built-in codecs: MPEG-2 video, LPCM, MP2, AC3, DTS audio
- Enhanced MPEG splitter, VCD/SVCD/XCD support
- MP4, AAC and Timed Text support
- H.264, VC-1 DXVA support, DivX, Xvid, Flash Video formats compatible
- QuickTime and RealPlayer architecture also supported
- Native support for OGM and Matroska container formats
Supported formats
A long list of video, audio and image formats are supported, including: WAV, WMA, MP3, OGG, MIDI, MPEG, MP4, FLV, MOV, AVI, WMV, JPG, PNG, GIF, BMP etc.
Additional Features
- Option to remove tearing
- Better support for Windows Vista 64-bit
- Support for Enhanced Video Renderer (EVR)
- Full support for subtitles
- Watch and record TV if TV tuner is installed
- Minidump creation in case of crash
- On Screen Display (OSD)
- Remote control support (Shuttle PN31)
- Support for Multi-monitor configuration
- Pixel shaders for color conversion and upsampling
- All features of Gabest's Guliverkli MPC Project
- Languages: English, French, German, Chinese, Russian, and more
What's new?
- Performance optimization for latest Windows versions
- Better support of new formats and subtitles
- Updated internal codecs and filters
- Improved stability with multiple monitors and TV tuner
System Requirements
Operating System | Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10/11 |
Processor | 1.0 GHz or faster |
RAM | 512 MB minimum |
Graphics | DXVA Compatible GPU for hardware decoding |
Hard Drive | 50 MB available space |
FAQs
Is MPC-HC better than VLC?
Both players have their own benefits, but MPC-HC is much lighter and uses less system resources.
Is MPC-HC still available?
Yes, MPC-HC is still active and available through community-based development.
Is MPC-HC absolutely free
Yes, MPC-HC is an open-source and free software.
Is MPC-HC still a good player?
Absolutely, its clean interface and high performance make it a reliable choice even today.
How is Media Player Classic for Windows 10 64 bit?
This player works flawlessly with full support on Windows 10 64-bit.
- Official Website: Homepage
- Related Software: VLC Media Player Latest Version

Download Media Player Classic Home Cinema
Size: 41 Mb • Version: 2.5.1