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RealPlayer 25.0.2.304

Media player for Windows that plays common audio and video formats, including RealMedia files

by RealNetworks

VERSION25.0.2.304 · released July 2026

PRICEFree; RealPlayer Plus is paid

RUNS ONWindows, Android

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About RealPlayer

RealPlayer from RealNetworks is one of the oldest media players. It was first released on 3 April 1995 as RealAudio Player and was one of the first programs able to play audio streamed over the internet. Version 4.01 was even included as an optional internet tool in Windows 98. Later versions were called RealPlayer G2 (version 6) and RealOne Player (version 9), which also took over the features of the separate RealJukebox program.

What it does today. RealPlayer plays common audio and video formats as well as the classic RealAudio and RealVideo (RealMedia) files, it can convert media files to other formats, and it organizes your music and videos in a library. Since RealPlayer 18 (2016) it has also included features for making photo and video montages and storing media in the RealPlayer Cloud.

Editions. There is a free version and a paid RealPlayer Plus with extra features. RealPlayer is still developed for Windows – the current version is 25 – and is available as a mobile app for Android. The Mac version is no longer offered; its last release was 12.0.1 in 2012.

Key features

Many formatsPlays common audio and video files

RealMediaOpens classic RealAudio and RealVideo files

ConverterConvert media files to other formats

LibraryOrganise your music and videos

Cloud and mobileRealPlayer Cloud storage and a companion Android app

MontagesCreate photo and video montages

License and price

License type: Freemium (free + paid plans)
Price: Free; RealPlayer Plus is paid

System requirements

Operating system: Windows, Android

Good and keep in mind

Good

Plays classic RealMedia files natively
Free version available
Still updated for Windows

Keep in mind

No Mac version any more
The installer may show optional offers – read each step
Free players such as VLC also play RealMedia files

Frequently asked questions

Is RealPlayer still available?

Yes. RealPlayer for Windows is still updated by RealNetworks – the current version is 25 – and there is an Android app.

Is RealPlayer free?

There is a free version. RealPlayer Plus is a paid version with extra features.

Can I play RealMedia (.rm) files without RealPlayer?

Yes. The free and open-source VLC media player can play RealAudio and RealVideo files.

When was RealPlayer first released?

On 3 April 1995, under the name RealAudio Player. It was one of the first players for audio streamed over the internet.

Is there a RealPlayer for Mac?

No. RealNetworks no longer offers RealPlayer for Mac; the last Mac version was 12.0.1 from 2012.

Should I update an old RealPlayer?

Yes. Older versions had several security holes that were fixed in later releases, so always install the current version from the official RealNetworks website.