RimSort
What RimSort is
RimSort is a community-managed mod manager and sorter for RimWorld, available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. It arranges mod lists automatically using rules based on mod data, community contributions, and Steam data. Lists can be imported, exported, saved, and extended by appending another list; RimSort also flags missing dependencies and incompatibilities. Its SteamworksPy integration communicates with the Steam client and can start RimWorld through the Steam API. The built-in Steam Browser downloads Workshop mods through SteamCMD or the Steam client, even if you do not own RimWorld on Steam. Other tools cover Git-based mods and databases, log sharing through 0x0.st, and mod-list sharing through Rentry.co. RimSort includes a todds DDS encoder with three texture-optimization presets, plus a Steam database builder and rule editor with options to compare, merge, and publish databases. Optional external metadata databases are configured separately rather than included in releases. RimSort is free and GPL-3.0 licensed. The project directs users to its wiki for troubleshooting and GitHub Issues for bugs and feature requests. Linux builds are specified for Ubuntu, and Steam installed through Snap is unsupported; native Steam or Flatpak is recommended.
Who it suits
RimSort suits RimWorld players who want to organize mod lists, check for dependency problems, and obtain Workshop mods through SteamCMD or the Steam client. It also serves people who work with Git mods or databases and want tools for editing, comparing, merging, or publishing databases.
What it does well
- Automatically sorts lists using mod, community, and Steam data.
- Flags missing dependencies and incompatibilities.
- Imports, exports, saves, and appends mod lists.
- Steam Browser can download Workshop mods without a Steam copy of RimWorld.
- Includes Git, sharing, texture, and database tools.
What to know first
- Optional external metadata databases must be configured separately.
- Steam installed through Snap is unsupported on Linux.
- Compiled Python releases can trigger antivirus false detections.
- The project gives no macOS signing solution other than paying Apple.
Limits
RimSort is free, with no trial required. Releases do not include optional external metadata databases, and Steam installed through Snap is unsupported on Linux.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Free and open source | RimWorld mod manager and sorter | Free |
As github.com lists them, read 11 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Open the RimSort project website on GitHub.
- Choose the build for Windows, macOS, or Linux; Linux builds are specified for Ubuntu.
- On Linux, use native Steam or Flatpak rather than Steam installed through Snap.
- Configure optional external metadata databases separately if you need them.
- Use the project wiki for troubleshooting or GitHub Issues for bugs and feature requests.
Verdict
Choose RimSort if you want a free, cross-platform RimWorld mod manager with automatic sorting, list warnings, and Workshop downloads. Look elsewhere if you need external metadata databases bundled with the release or require Linux Snap Steam support.
Questions
How much does RimSort cost?
RimSort is free; its listed plan is free.
Which platforms does it support?
The project lists Windows, macOS, and Linux. Its home page specifies Linux Ubuntu builds.
Can it download Workshop mods without a Steam copy of RimWorld?
Yes. The Steam Browser can download mods through SteamCMD or the Steam client, including without a Steam copy of the game.
Is RimSort open source?
Yes. It is distributed under the GPL-3.0 license.
Does RimSort include external metadata databases?
No. Releases do not include the optional databases; users can configure them separately.
Where can I get help?
The project directs users to its wiki for troubleshooting and GitHub Issues for bug reports and feature requests.
Facts from RimSort's own pages
- Automatic updates
- Yes · github.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Conflict detection
- Yes · github.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Database tools
- It includes a Steam database builder and rule editor with tools to compare, merge, and publish databases. · rimsort.github.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Deployment method
- virtual · github.com, 20 Sept 2026
- External metadata
- RimSort releases do not include the optional external metadata databases, which users can configure separately. · rimsort.github.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Free plan
- Yes · github.com, 20 Sept 2026
- License
- RimSort is distributed under the GPL-3.0 license. · rimsort.github.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Linux limitation
- The documentation says Steam installed through Snap is not supported and recommends native Steam or Flatpak instead. · rimsort.github.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Mod lists
- It can import, export, save, and append mod lists, and shows warnings such as missing dependencies and incompatibilities. · rimsort.github.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Mod source access
- built-in · github.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Other integrations
- RimSort supports Git integration for Git mods and databases, log sharing to 0x0.st, and mod list sharing with Rentry.co. · rimsort.github.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Platform notes
- The project lists Windows, macOS, and Linux support, with the home page specifying Linux Ubuntu builds. · rimsort.github.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- RimSort is a community managed mod manager and sorter for the game RimWorld. · rimsort.github.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Security and signing
- The project says its compiled Python releases can trigger antivirus false detections and that mitigating detections requires code signing certificates; its FAQ provides no macOS signing solution other than paying Apple. · rimsort.github.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Sorting
- It automatically sorts mod lists using rules derived from mod data, community submitted rules, and Steam data. · rimsort.github.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Steam integration
- Its SteamworksPy integration interacts with the Steam client and supports launching the game through the Steam API. · rimsort.github.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Support
- The project directs users to its wiki for troubleshooting and tracks bugs and feature requests in GitHub Issues. · github.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Supported platforms
- multi-platform · github.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Texture optimization
- The included todds DDS encoder can optimize textures with three presets. · rimsort.github.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Workshop downloads
- The Steam Browser can download mods via SteamCMD or the Steam client, including without a Steam copy of RimWorld. · rimsort.github.io, 11 Oct 2026
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