About Nethack
Single-player roguelike videogame.
Nethack 5.0.0
Single-player roguelike videogame.
- By Nethack DevTeam
- NPGL
- Portable
- Updated Jun 10, 2026
Technical details
| Publisher | Nethack DevTeam |
|---|---|
| Version | 5.0.0 |
| Release date | 2026-06-10 |
| License | NPGL |
| Installer type | zip |
| Architecture | x64, arm64 |
| Package ID | Nethack.Nethack |
Install Nethack from the command line
- Install with Windows Package Manager
winget install --id=Nethack.Nethack -e- Update to the latest version
winget upgrade --id=Nethack.Nethack -e- Uninstall
winget uninstall --id=Nethack.Nethack -e
Nethack version history
3.6.7
Frequently asked questions
Is Nethack free?
Nethack is npgl software from Nethack DevTeam. Check the publisher's license terms for pricing and usage rights.
What is the latest version of Nethack?
The latest version is 5.0.0, released on Jun 10, 2026.
Is it safe to download Nethack?
The download button links to the official installer published on nethack.org, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with 0c45a45051dddfdbc30ca2f8da7b3e7b4f260f2dea70917eb812aa63912ee058.
Which Windows versions does Nethack support?
Nethack runs on Windows and is available for 64-bit (x64), ARM64 systems.
How do I uninstall Nethack?
Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find Nethack and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=Nethack.Nethack -e.
Is there a portable version of Nethack?
Yes. Nethack is available as a portable ZIP archive (nethack-500-win-x64-4.zip, 64-bit (x64)) that runs without installation. Copy it to any folder or USB drive and run it from there.
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