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Basic information about MSX file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension MSX（*.MSX or *.msx）, 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 MSX file yourself.

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


1.Detail information about MSX file extension: Age Of Empires II Saved Game

File type Age Of Empires II Saved Game Category Game Files
Developer Microsoft Studios File format N/A
Description MSX file is a Age Of Empires II Saved Game developed by Microsoft Studios. MSX filename suffix is mostly used for Age Of Empires II Saved Game files. Microsoft Studios defined the Age Of Empires II Saved Game format standard. MSX file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with MSX extension are categorized as Game Files files. The Game Files subset comprises 1248 various file formats. Age of Empires II is by far the most used program for working with MSX files. Age of Empires II software was developed by Microsoft Studios, and on its official website you may find more information about MSX files or the Age of Empires II software program.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MSX files

Windows		 Age of Empires II



Can't open a MSX 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.MSX”。

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 MSX extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support MSX 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 MSX 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 MSX file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a MSX 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 MSX file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the MSX 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.