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Basic information about BAK2 file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension BAK2(*.BAK2 or *.bak2), you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the BAK2 file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the BAK2 file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the BAK2 file with their brief description and a list of programs that support BAK2 file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the BAK2 file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the BAK2 file?
  • How to open a BAK2 file?
  • What programs do I need to open a BAK2 file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a BAK2 file?
  • How to convert BAK2 files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to BAK2 file format?


1.Detail information about BAK2 file extension: Backup File

File type Backup File Category Backup Files
Developer N/A File format Text and Binary
Description BAK2 file is a Backup File. Backup file created by a variety of programs, including games such as Crytek Crysis; contains a copy of the original file, such as a map or scene; similar to the .BAK file extension.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert BAK2 files

Windows
Crytek Crysis
Crytek Crysis Warhead
E-on Vue

macOS
E-on Vue



Can't open a BAK2 file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.BAK2”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the BAK2 extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support BAK2 file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of BAK2 files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a BAK2 file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a BAK2 file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a BAK2 file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the BAK2 file is damaged.
  • Whether the BAK2 file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the BAK2 file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the BAK2 file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the BAK2 file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a BAK2 file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a BAK2 file.

If the BAK2 file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.