Open-source engine for Heroes of Might and Magic III.
Publisher’s description
What is VCMI?
VCMI by vcmi is open-source Windows software in the pc games category. It is written in C++. Besides Windows, it is available for Linux.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (Inno Setup) installers for 64-bit, ARM64 and 32-bit Windows. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 1.7.5, released on August 15, 2026. The version history goes back to February 1, 2024: 8 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 3.2 releases a year.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (vcmi/vcmi) has 5,972 stars. Similar programs include OpenTTD, RetroArch and Steam.
Project description on GitHub: “Open-source engine for Heroes of Might and Magic III”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Native ARM64 build for Windows on Arm
- Documented silent install
- Also runs on Linux
- Large user base
Cons
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: VCMI is an open-source pc game tool for 64-bit, ARM64 and 32-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Key features
- Complete gameplay mechanics
- Almost all objects, abilities, spells and other content
- Basic battle AI and adventure AI
- Many GUI improvements: high resolutions, stack queue, creature window
- Advanced and easy mod support - add new towns, creatures, heroes, artifacts and spells without limits or conflicts
- Launcher for easy configuration - download mods from our server and install them immediately!
- Random map generator that supports objects added by mods
AppStream · Flathub
Is VCMI 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:
3B5FE1FCF74732F22FB07330205B2F02C37333916FC5B01A18D6ED0D55019266· 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
Security practices (OpenSSF Scorecard)
Automated checks of the vcmi/vcmi repository on GitHub by the Open Source Security Foundation, last run on October 19, 2026.
- Actively maintained10
- No dangerous workflows10
- Licence declared10
- Static code analysis10
- No binaries in the repository9
- Code review7
- Restricted token permissions0
- OpenSSF Best Practices badge0
- Security policy0
- Fuzzing0
- Pinned dependencies0
- Signed releases0
The score rates how the project is developed and released, not whether the program is safe to install. scorecard.dev
Recent versions
All 8 versions ›8 versions over 3 years · about 3.2 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.7.5Latest | August 15, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup)ARM64 EXE (Inno Setup)32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.7.4 | February 26, 2026 | — | ARM64 EXE (Inno Setup)32-bit EXE (Inno Setup)64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.7.3 | February 26, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup)32-bit EXE (Inno Setup)ARM64 EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.7.2 | February 13, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.7.1 | December 30, 2025 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.6.8 | April 25, 2025 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 1.6.7 | February 27, 2025 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 1.4.5 | February 1, 2024 | — | 32-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id vcmi.vcmi -eVCMI-Windows-x64.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /SP-Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
flatpak install flathub eu.vcmi.VCMIInformation
- Publisher
- vcmi
- Category
- PC games
- Licence
- GPL-2.0
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/vcmi/vcmi
- Written in
- C++
- Content rating
- 13+
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, ARM64, 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (Inno Setup)
- Other platforms
- Linux
- Version
- 1.7.5
- Released
- August 15, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- February 1, 2024
- Versions listed
- 8
- Updates / year
- 3.2
- GitHub stars
- 5,972
- GitHub forks
- 745
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- vcmi.vcmi
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is VCMI free?
Yes. VCMI is open-source software under the GPL-2.0 licence.
Is VCMI 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 VCMI 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 VCMI be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does VCMI run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
Where can I download an older version of VCMI?
The versions page lists all 8 versions with links to their official installer files, back to February 1, 2024.
What are alternatives to VCMI?
OpenTTD, RetroArch, Steam, PPSSPP and OpenRCT2. The alternatives page compares them.
