RimSort is an open source mod manager for the video game RimWorld. There is support for Linux, Mac, and Windows, built from the ground up to be a reliable, community-managed alternative to RimPy Mod Manager.
Publisher’s description
What is RimSort?
RimSort by RimSort is open-source Windows software in the launchers & mods category. It ranks 42nd by popularity among launchers & mods in this catalogue. It is written in Python.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides MSI installers for 64-bit Windows. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches. An MSI package is available for deployment with Group Policy, Intune or Configuration Manager.
Updates and version history
The current version is 1.17.4, released on October 24, 2026. The version history goes back to July 22, 2025: 12 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 9.5 releases a year. The last update is less than a month old.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (RimSort/RimSort) has 1,307 stars. Similar programs include Vortex, LOOT and Mod Organizer.
Project description on GitHub: “RimSort is an open source mod manager for the video game RimWorld. There is support for Linux, Mac, and Windows, built from the ground up to be a reliable, community-managed alternative to RimPy Mod Manager.”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
- Frequent updates (about 9.5 a year)
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: RimSort is an open-source launchers & mod tool for 64-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is RimSort 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:
35EBB1903BFEDBAC20ED450648BFB7C67E3C7DAB3B450313EFC5A3D14D2657DA· 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 12 versions ›12 versions over 1 year · about 9.5 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.17.4Latest | October 24, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 1.17.3 | October 21, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 1.17.2 | October 20, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 1.17.0 | October 18, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 1.15.0 | October 4, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 1.14.1 | September 23, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 1.12.0 | August 24, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 1.11.1 | August 21, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id RimSort.RimSort -emsiexec /i RimSort-v1.17.4-Windows_x86_64.msi /qn /norestartmsiexec /x {441502E0-7F03-4743-A982-CC8B70862C1F} /qn /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- RimSort
- Category
- Launchers & mods
- Licence
- GPL-3.0
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/RimSort/RimSort
- Written in
- Python
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- MSI
- Version
- 1.17.4
- Released
- October 24, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- July 30, 2025
- Versions listed
- 12
- Updates / year
- 9.5
- GitHub stars
- 1,307
- GitHub forks
- 168
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- RimSort.RimSort
- MSI product code
- {441502E0-7F03-4743-A982-CC8B70862C1F}
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Frequently asked questions
Is RimSort free?
Yes. RimSort is open-source software under the GPL-3.0 licence.
Is RimSort 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 RimSort 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 RimSort be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Does RimSort 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 RimSort?
The versions page lists all 12 versions with links to their official installer files, back to July 22, 2025.
What are alternatives to RimSort?
Vortex, LOOT, Mod Organizer, SteamCleaner and Achievement Watcher. The alternatives page compares them.
