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Publisher’s description
What is RealPlayer?
RealPlayer by RealNetworks is proprietary Windows software in the video players category.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE installers for 32-bit Windows. The main installer is 72.5 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 25.0.2, released on July 9, 2026. The version history goes back to March 3, 2026: 2 releases, all linked to the official files.
Popularity and file types
On Windows it registers 64 file types, including .png, .jpg, .bmp, .jpeg and .mp4. Similar programs include MPC-BE, QuickTime and VLC media player.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Documented silent install
- Opens 64 file types
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
- 32-bit only
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: RealPlayer is a video player tool for 32-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is RealPlayer safe to download?
- The file is served by cache-download.real.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
6B6F862F5E599AF47D0BE10E189BFE23EEE14EF5F04DCBBCA3D3DAF365D46F45· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 2 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25.0.2Latest | July 9, 2026 | 72.5 MB | 32-bit EXE |
| 24.0.4 | March 3, 2026 | — | 32-bit EXE |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id RealNetworks.RealPlayer -eRealPlayer.exe -s -postponerebootRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- RealNetworks
- Category
- Video players
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE
- Version
- 25.0.2
- Released
- July 9, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- March 3, 2026
- Versions listed
- 2
- Website
- real.com
- winget ID
- RealNetworks.RealPlayer
File types it opens (64)
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is RealPlayer free?
RealPlayer is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is RealPlayer safe to download?
The download comes from cache-download.real.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 RealPlayer 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 RealPlayer be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does RealPlayer run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 32-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of RealPlayer?
The versions page lists all 2 versions with links to their official installer files, back to March 3, 2026.
What are alternatives to RealPlayer?
MPC-BE, QuickTime, VLC media player, MPC-HC and MPV (Official CI build, MSVC). The alternatives page compares them.
