JetBrains has released the Rider 2026.1 Release Candidate. Key highlights include support for file-based C# programs (no project file needed), a new ASM Viewer for inspecting .NET disassemblies, a NuGet Package Manager Console with PowerShell and EF Core support, and improved MAUI iOS workflow from Windows. Game development sees major improvements: full Unreal Engine mobile debugging on iOS and Android, Natvis expression evaluation up to 87x faster with reduced memory usage, CMake project support in Beta, a redesigned Unity Profiler integration, and mixed-mode debugging for managed and native code on Windows. Language updates include C# 15 Preview support, C++ improvements, and better F# async debugging.
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