optimus-player ☆

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Description:
Media player

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 1.5@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Multimedia

Tags: media-player video audio macos cask

Install: brew install --cask optimus-player

About:
Optimus Player is a lightweight, high-performance media player for macOS. It focuses on delivering a clean, distraction-free viewing experience with support for a wide range of video and audio formats. Its primary value is providing smooth playback with intuitive controls and native macOS integration.

Key Features:

Supports diverse media formats including MKV, MP4, and MOV
Minimalist, native macOS user interface
Advanced playback controls and playlist management
High-quality video rendering with subtitle support

Use Cases:

Watching local video files without the overhead of larger media suites
Listening to audio files with a simple, uncluttered interface

Alternatives:

IINA – IINA is more feature-rich with extensive customization, while Optimus Player focuses on simplicity and core performance.
VLC – VLC is a cross-platform powerhouse with broad codec support, whereas Optimus Player offers a more refined, native macOS experience.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Sep 15, 2025 12:45pm	1.5	0	VERSION_BUMP	eb21938d
Aug 5, 2025 2:22pm	1.5	0	VERSION_BUMP	3f3f1d85