Codec Packs vs DIY Configuration for Anime Playback

[warlord8]

I've been using the Kawaii Codec pack (KCP for short) for watching anime, but I feel like I'm missing out. Furthermore, KCP hasn't been updated for a while now, but its individual components have. But before I do anything, I wanted to get some feedback. I stumbled upon this guide one day, and ever since then, I feel like I'm not giving my anime playback the proper justice it deserves.

 

Is KCP sufficient for the best possible playback, or is it time to uninstall?

 

Not sure if it matters, but I have a pretty decent PC built about two years ago, and my display is 2560 x 1440. When i was installing KCP, i selected the highest setting or second to highest setting.

 

Thanks for reading.

[Charlie Brown]

try k-lite

 http://codecguide.com/download_kl.htm

Mega Pack

check changelog/contents

 

MPC-HC
madVR
LAVFilters

 

Install missing components manually

xy-VSFilter
ReClock 

 

Add filters in MPC-HC

 

http://www.videohelp.com/software/xy-VSFilter

http://www.videohelp.com/software/ReClock-Directshow-Filter

 

Edited January 28, 2016 by ianon

[warlord8]

1 hour ago, ianon said:

try k-lite

 

Yeah thanks for reminding me about this one. I think I might follow the guide I linked in my original post, but if I mess up, I'll go with k-lite. What I like about k-lite is that they have consistent updates, or at least remind you to update.

[Charlie Brown]

I primarily use it to play x265 (HEVC) files on windows 10

gives the best performance (LAV Filters)

 

It lagged on VLC,Pot Player ( Windows 7,8 )

 

Also, MX Player(+ Custom Codec Pack) on Android

[m0du1us]

IMHO the best codec pack currently is CCCP (Combined Community Codec Pack): http://www.cccp-project.net/