VLC 2.1.5 was designed to provide a "hassle-free" experience by including nearly all necessary codecs out of the box. [videolan-announce] VLC media player 2.1.0 - Mailing Lists

VLC Media Player 2.1.5, codenamed "," remains a notable release for users of legacy hardware or those needing a highly stable, lightweight media solution. Originally released in July 2014, this version refined the major "Rincewind" engine upgrade, introducing significant improvements in hardware decoding and audio handling. Key Features of VLC 2.1.5