Info about VEGAS Movie Studio 17 Steam Edition:

Official game description:
Are you look for an easy-to-use video editing software for your next YouTube video, Let's Play, meme or vlog? The search is over with **VEGAS Movie Studio 17 Steam Edition**! The new "Guided Video Creator" allows you to create videos in just five steps. Or use Power User Mode to access all of the software's power and features: Cut events on the timeline and apply texts, title animations, transition and special effects.  
The perfect introduction to the world of video production: As a part of the VEGAS product family, **VEGAS Movie Studio** is based on the same technology as the fastest and most versatile video editing software on the market.
Highlights
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*   Intuitive editing modes for quick & easy videos  
*   New, comprehensive support for Nvidia & AMD GPUs while previewing video and rendering  
*   Thanks to the new "Guided Video Creator", create a video in just 5 steps  
*   New Black Bar Fill Filter, which replaces black bars from smartphone videos with a blurred copy of your video material  
*   Tons of video effects and transitions – displayed in a clear interface  
*   Modern typography templates for title animations  
*   Powerful picture-in-picture editing  
*   Expanded audio editing with power audio tools and high-quality audio
Video and audio production
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**Innovative features for intuitive editing**  
Who says that video editing has to be complicated? **VEGAS Movie Studio 17 Steam Edition** make editing your videos simple. Edit, retouch and organize photos and videos easily. Apply impressive special effects, fun text and your favorite music. Watch your gameplays natively in Full-HD resolution and upload the results directly to your channel. Or share them with your friends and on your channel's subscribers.
Share your videos
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When you're finished, you can upload your videos directly to Facebook, YouTube, and Vimeo. **VEGAS Movie Studio 17 Steam Edition** automatically selects the best format for the desired platform and uploads them for you. So what are you waiting for? Share your videos with the entire world!

Release date: May 18, 2020

Categories: Video Editing, Utility Software, Content Creation, Productivity Application, UI Customization, Audio Editing, Video Production, Streaming Simulation


- Hardware Profile: No data
Feature extractions:
- Community Price:
  - Community fair range: $15.00 - $25.00
  - Reasoning: The evidence suggests that the software is considered a good value when purchased at a discounted price, but not worth the full price of 40 dollars. Multiple reviews mention that it is worth it when on sale, implying that the sale price is significantly lower than the full price. The reviews also suggest that there are better options available if one is willing to invest more money.
- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: N/A
  - Story completion: N/A
  - Session length: 5.5h
  - Endgame: 30.0h
  - Reasoning: The evidence provides several direct and indirect references to playtime. The first quote mentions 5 hours of usage to edit a video, which can be interpreted as a session length. The second quote mentions 6 hours of usage, which also supports the session length metric. The third quote mentions a total usage time of 510 hours, which can be interpreted as a total playtime. The fourth quote mentions hours spent on the software, with at least 30 hours dedicated to fixing problems, which supports the endgame metric as it indicates additional time spent beyond typical usage.
- Time-to-fun: No data
- Player Archetypes:
  - Beginner-Friendly Editor (buy)
    - Motivation: Ease of use and simplicity for basic video editing.
    - Playstyle: Uses the software for simple and straightforward video editing tasks.
    - Experience: newcomer
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: beginners; newcomers
    - Reference games: N/A
  - Experienced Editor (no buy)
    - Motivation: Seeking advanced features and professional capabilities.
    - Playstyle: Uses the software with expectations of professional-level editing tools and features.
    - Experience: veteran
    - Purchase stance: no buy
    - Labels: professional; experienced editors
    - Reference games: Adobe Premiere; Vegas 16


Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- Good for basic video editing (weight 0.45): The software is praised for its suitability for basic video editing tasks, making it a good choice for beginners and those working on simple projects.
- Good value for price (weight 0.22): The software is considered a good value, especially when purchased at a discount, making it an affordable option for many users.
- Easy to use (weight 0.19): Users find the software simple and easy to figure out, with straightforward controls that make it accessible for new users.
- Better than basic alternatives (weight 0.18): The software is considered better than basic alternatives like Windows Movie Maker and built-in software, offering more features and capabilities.
- Stable performance (weight 0.15): The software is noted for its stability, with users reporting no crashes, especially for shorter videos.
- Good software overall (weight 0.14): Despite some issues, users generally consider the software to be good and effective for their video editing needs.
- Versatile editing capabilities (weight 0.14): The software offers versatile editing capabilities, including splicing gameplay footage, adding pictures, and incorporating audio commentaries.
- Positive user feedback (weight 0.11): Users provide positive feedback about the software, highlighting its many useful features and overall performance.
- High-quality rendering (weight 0.11): The software provides great tools for clean rendering and high-quality encoding/decoding, ensuring professional results.
- Affordable professional alternative (weight 0.06): The software is seen as an affordable alternative to more expensive professional software like Vegas Pro.
- Familiar user interface (weight 0.06): The software features familiar hotkeys from other professional software, making it easier for users to transition.
- Rich content availability (weight 0.06): The software offers a lot of content, providing users with numerous options and features to utilize in their projects.
- Professional interface (weight 0.06): The software boasts a professional user interface, making it appealing to both beginners and more experienced users.
- Utilizes GPU for rendering (weight 0.06): The software uses GPU codecs for rendering, improving performance and efficiency during the editing process.
- Continuous improvements (weight 0.06): The software has seen improvements over previous versions, enhancing its functionality and user experience.
- Steam integration (weight 0.06): Users appreciate having the software available on their Steam account, making it easily accessible.

Common complaints:
- Frequent crashes and instability (weight 0.55): The software is reported to crash constantly, with frequent freezing and instability issues during use.
- Limited functionality and features (weight 0.44): The software lacks many functions unless users buy a more expensive version, and it has limited settings and customization options.
- Not suitable for professionals (weight 0.38): The software is considered not professional-grade, lacking features found in more expensive programs and unsuitable for professional use.
- Lack of clear examples and updates (weight 0.32): The software lacks clear examples for features and does not offer significant updates or new features compared to previous versions.
- Poor user interface and experience (weight 0.28): The user interface is reported to be difficult to use and not user-friendly, with issues in managing and navigating the software.
- Rendering issues and long times (weight 0.18): Users experience significant rendering problems, including long rendering times and improper video rendering.
- Software not launching or working (weight 0.18): After updates, the software often fails to launch or stops working altogether.
- Specific functional limitations (weight 0.15): The software has issues with dragging and dropping videos and managing media files.
- File handling issues (weight 0.09): Users report problems with opening files correctly and handling certain file types.
- Refund policy issues (weight 0.09): Users have reported issues with Steam's refund policy and denials of refunds for the software.
- Cost and value concerns (weight 0.08): Users suggest buying the software on sale or opting for other more cost-effective alternatives.

Gameplay feedback:
No gameplaypoints

Performance notes:
- Frequent crashes and hangs (weight 0.5): The software experiences frequent crashes and hangs, occurring at various intervals and under different conditions. This includes crashes every few minutes, occasional crashes, and constant freezing.
- Rendering and playback issues (weight 0.22): Users report significant problems with rendering and playback. This includes long render times, improper video rendering, and laggy playback, which severely affect the user experience.
- Startup and accessibility issues (weight 0.14): Some users report difficulties in starting the software or accessing it, which prevents them from using the program altogether.
- File and project loading issues (weight 0.11): Users encounter problems with opening files and loading projects from previous versions, which can disrupt workflow and cause data loss.
- Interface and graphical errors (weight 0.1): There are various issues related to the user interface, including graphical errors with buttons and general interface bugs.
- Optimization and GPU usage (weight 0.09): The software has optimization issues and problems with GPU usage for rendering, which can affect performance and efficiency.

Recommendations:
- Use different editing software (weight 0.18): Many users suggest using alternative editing software such as Davinci Resolve or Vegas Pro 19 or 20 if you have a higher budget. Some users also recommend using CapCut on mobile devices.
- Avoid newer versions (weight 0.06): A user strongly advises against buying Movie Studio 17 or newer versions until a specific problem is resolved by Steam.
- Buy on sale (weight 0.06): Several reviews recommend purchasing the software during a sale to get better value for money.
- Recommend Platinum version (weight 0.06): Some users suggest buying the Platinum version of the software for additional features and benefits.
- Invest in better options (weight 0.06): If you are willing to invest more, consider better software options available in the market.
- Save your work often (weight 0.05): Users recommend saving your work frequently to avoid losing progress.

Other player notes:
No miscpoints

Emotions:
- Frustration (weight 0.49): Players are frustrated primarily due to the software's performance issues, including frequent crashes, freezing, and errors. Additionally, the lack of essential features, difficulties in handling larger projects, and problems with file compatibility contribute to the overall dissatisfaction.
- Disappointment (weight 0.17): Users express disappointment due to the software's limitations and frequent crashes. Many feel that the software does not offer good value for money, lacking basic features and having performance issues.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.16): Players are satisfied with the software's overall performance and capabilities, finding it to be a good value for the price. The software meets expectations, offers great tools for rendering, and is considered a better alternative to other options.
- Anger (weight 0.09): Users are angry due to the software's frequent crashes and lack of essential features. The software's poor performance, persistent errors, and issues with licensing and refund policies further exacerbate their frustration.
- Annoyance (weight 0.01): Players are annoyed by the inability to open specific file types, such as .veg files from previous versions of the software.
- Disgust (weight 0.01): Users express disgust due to an overall poor experience with the software, highlighting significant dissatisfaction with its performance and usability.
- Regret (weight 0.01): Players regret their purchase due to the loss of functionality and the inability to obtain a refund, feeling that the software did not meet their expectations.}