Windows Media Player 12 Dark Theme

: Highly customizable with many dark skins available. Technical Workarounds (Advanced)

As of 2026, WMP12 remains installed on hundreds of millions of Windows 10 and 11 systems (via optional features). Its lack of a dark theme is often cited as a primary reason users switch to alternatives. However, the black background directly inspired similar "cinema mode" designs in later players like Groove Music and Media Player (2022). windows media player 12 dark theme