MSYS2 offers different versions of CMake depending on your target:

To ensure a clean setup, follow these steps to download and configure CMake within the MSYS2 ecosystem. 1. Update Your MSYS2 Environment

For most users targeting native 64-bit Windows development, run this command in your terminal: pacman -S mingw-w64-x86_64-cmake Use code with caution. Step-by-Step Installation Guide

You should see the version number (e.g., cmake version 3.x.x ) printed in the terminal. Using CMake in MSYS2

Check that CMake is correctly installed and accessible by running: cmake --version Use code with caution.

Once installed, you can configure your project using the Ninja generator, which is highly recommended for speed in the MSYS2 environment. Navigate to your project directory. Create a build folder: mkdir build && cd build .

To actually build projects, you also need a compiler (GCC) and a build tool like Ninja or Make.