vgmstream

by vgmstreamvr2023

Last updated May 8, 2026

A library for playback of various streamed audio formats used in video games.

Install with winget

$ winget install --id vgmstream.vgmstream --exact --version r2023

Run in Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal. Prompts for any agreements.

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Installers · vr2023

Architecture	Type	Scope	Install	Download
x86	ZIP archive	-		Direct
x64	ZIP archive	-		Direct

Copy a command tailored to that specific architecture, type, and scope - useful when winget would otherwise pick a different default.

Security

No known CVEs for vgmstream.

Coverage is best-effort and depends on a winget package mapping to an NVD CPE entry. Absence here is not a guarantee of safety.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install vgmstream on Windows?

Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id vgmstream.vgmstream --exact --version r2023. winget downloads the installer from vgmstream and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.

How do I install vgmstream silently for unattended deployment?

Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id vgmstream.vgmstream --exact r2023 --silent --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements. This is the variant Intune, Configuration Manager, and other deployment tools should use.

How do I uninstall vgmstream via winget?

Run: winget uninstall --id vgmstream.vgmstream --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from vgmstream's Apps & Features entry.

Is vgmstream free?

vgmstream is distributed under Proprietary. Refer to the publisher (https://github.com/vgmstream/vgmstream) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.

Does vgmstream work on Windows 10?

Yes, as long as your Windows 10 build supports winget (1809 or newer). winget ships with App Installer on Windows 10/11 and pulls vgmstream directly from the publisher.

How do I keep vgmstream up to date?

Run winget upgrade --id vgmstream.vgmstream --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 1 version of vgmstream from microsoft/winget-pkgs.