Red Giant Complete: Suite 2016 [10.2016]

: A powerful tool for applying custom cinematic presets .

This 2016 era was a turning point for Red Giant, which was then an independent company before its merger with Maxon in 2020. While the tools were available as perpetual licenses at the time, this "Complete" branding set the stage for the modern Red Giant Complete subscription model used today, which includes every current tool in one package. Universe | Video Editing & VFX Plugin Library - Maxon Red Giant Complete Suite 2016 [10.2016]

: A dedicated set of tools for green screen work and compositing, featuring Primatte Keyer for fast, automatic chroma keying. : A powerful tool for applying custom cinematic presets

: A rapidly expanding library of GPU-accelerated effects and transitions . In late 2016, Universe was becoming known for its retro stylizations, like the "VHS" effect and dynamic text animations. Universe | Video Editing & VFX Plugin Library

: Focused on "making your footage look great," this suite provided tools for professional color grading and cosmetic retouching. Key plugins included:

: The gold standard for motion graphics and 3D particles. In 2016, this included Trapcode Particular—the industry-standard particle engine—alongside Form, Mir, and Shine for creating organic 3D effects and volumetric light.

: Tools designed to bridge the gap between the camera and the edit. It featured PluralEyes , which revolutionized multi-camera workflows by automatically syncing audio and video in seconds. Evolutionary Context