A simple and easy to use mod manager for several games using Thunderstore. A mod manager is an application to make it easier to control which mods you have installed.
Publisher’s description
What is r2modman?
r2modman by ebkr is open-source Windows software in the launchers & mods category. It ranks 31st by popularity among launchers & mods in this catalogue. It is written in TypeScript.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (NSIS) installers for 64-bit Windows. It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 3.2.20, released on September 22, 2026. The version history goes back to November 24, 2023: 35 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 12 releases a year.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (ebkr/r2modmanPlus) has 2,352 stars. Similar programs include Vortex, LOOT and Mod Organizer.
Project description on GitHub: “A simple and easy to use mod manager for several games using Thunderstore”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
- Frequent updates (about 12 a year)
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
In short: r2modman is an open-source launchers & mod tool for 64-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is r2modman 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:
A6D1E0FA80B3BBD3A792BCD19321D82FE346CC0A59CE76D935FC958F75499636· 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 35 versions ›35 versions over 3 years · about 12 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2.20Latest | September 22, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.2.19 | August 21, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.2.18 | June 25, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.2.17 | May 22, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.2.16 | May 13, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.2.15 | March 26, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.2.14 | February 5, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 3.2.13 | January 21, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id ebkr.r2modman -er2modman-Setup-3.2.20.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- ebkr
- Category
- Launchers & mods
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/ebkr/r2modmanPlus
- Written in
- TypeScript
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Version
- 3.2.20
- Released
- September 22, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- December 21, 2023
- Versions listed
- 35
- Updates / year
- 12.4
- GitHub stars
- 2,352
- GitHub forks
- 271
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- ebkr.r2modman
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is r2modman free?
Yes. r2modman is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is r2modman 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 r2modman 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 r2modman be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does r2modman 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 r2modman?
The versions page lists all 35 versions with links to their official installer files, back to November 24, 2023.
Can I use r2modman without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to r2modman?
Vortex, LOOT, Mod Organizer, SteamCleaner and Achievement Watcher. The alternatives page compares them.
