MCE Controller lets you control a Windows PC — Windows Media Center and beyond — over
the network (TCP/IP) or a serial port. It runs as a server that receives text commands
and turns them into keystrokes, mouse actions, launched programs, window activations,
and power/shutdown actions, with a configurable command set.
Publisher’s description
What is MCE Controller?
MCE Controller is an open-source remote desktop program for Windows from Kindel Systems. It ranks 46th by popularity among remote desktop in this catalogue. It is written in C#.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit as EXE (NSIS). Installation asks for administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Updates and version history
The current version is 3.0.29, released on July 10, 2026. 18 versions are listed since June 29, 2026, each with links to its own installer files.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (tig/mcec) has 104 stars. Similar programs include TeamViewer, UltraVNC and TigerVNC.
Project description on GitHub: “The Model Context Environment Controller is eyes, hands, and a safe front door for agents on Windows; and the same battle-tested remote control for smart-home systems.”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: MCE Controller is an open-source remote desktop tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is MCE Controller safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
1BA49686E7DB008BF5E358CBD61F43ED90F9BDEA6B2AA33DA54FCF2317BCDAD8· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 18 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0.29Latest | July 10, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.0.28 | July 8, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.0.27 | July 7, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.0.26 | July 7, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.0.25 | July 7, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.0.24 | July 7, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.0.23 | July 6, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.0.22 | July 6, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Kindel.mcec -emcec.Setup.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Kindel Systems
- Category
- Remote desktop
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/tig/mcec
- Written in
- C#
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Version
- 3.0.29
- Released
- July 10, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- July 2, 2026
- Versions listed
- 18
- GitHub stars
- 104
- GitHub forks
- 23
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- Kindel.mcec
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Frequently asked questions
Is MCE Controller free?
Yes. MCE Controller is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is MCE Controller safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install MCE Controller with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can MCE Controller be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does MCE Controller run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of MCE Controller?
The versions page lists all 18 versions with links to their official installer files, back to June 29, 2026.
What are alternatives to MCE Controller?
TeamViewer, UltraVNC, TigerVNC, NETworkManager and Terminals. The alternatives page compares them.
