File extension .BIG
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic Arts Game Resource Package Format | Electronic Arts | Game Files |
The BIG (Electronic Arts Game Data File) file extension is found in files used primarily by Electronic Arts games like Need for Speed III. These files are generally associated with player data, configuration settings, and other miscellaneous files of the game, and are usually associated with the name of a player or character. The BIG file type is a means of saving game files or user data information that can be reused at any time.
Technical Details
The BIG (Electronic Arts Game Data File) has a .BIG file extension and is categorized as a binary format file. Files with this extension are composed of multiple raw data structures which contain various attributes as set by game developers. Each data structure consists of several different elements including texture data, audio samples, 3D objects, menus, textures, fonts, and several other attributes. This structure can also hold binary save game information.
Other file formats used for game save data creation include .SAV, .GAM, and .ESM, although these may also be associated with different software applications. Since BIG (Electronic Arts Game Data File) files are stored in a binary format, they can only be accessed using compatible software. To open and manipulate the file’s content, Electronic Arts games provide specialized tools that are designed to manage the information stored in this type of file.
Programs for WINDOWS system
FinalBIG - AssetCacheBuilder
- PlayStation hardware
Dragon UnPACKer 
MultiEx Commander - Game Extractor
Command and Conquer: Generals 
Command and Conquer: Red Alert 3 
The Lord of the Rings: Battle for the Middle Earth 
Command and Conquer: Red Alert 2 
Need for Speed Undercover 
Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning - FIFA World Cup
- FIFA 2001
- FIFA 2000
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .BIG) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .BIG extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .BIG file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .BIG extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .BIG extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .BIG file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .BIG file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .BIG file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .BIG file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .BIG file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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