File extension .POF
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Descent Robot Definition Format | N/A | Game Files |
The POF file extension is associated with Descent Robots, a popular Windows game released in 1995 and produced by Interplay Entertainment. This type of file contains all the salient data about the game’s robotic rivals, such as their behavior patterns, sound effects, and weapon types.
In the single player mode of Descent Robots, POF files are utilized to define enemy robot characteristics when playing against the computer. They are also used to define robots in multiplayer scenarios. To create a playable robot in both the single and multiplayer modes, users must have a valid POF file.
Similar File Extensions
Similar file extensions include: POD, P1, POV, PRM, PCX, P4M, P2S2, and PTB.
Compatibility and Accessibility Requirements
POF files work with many versions of Windows OS but for Mac users, this type of file may only be accessible using emulators like WineBottler. For editing or extracting content from a.pof file users need specialized software such as Descent Maintenance Utility, an official program developed by Interplay Entertainment.
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After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .POF) 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 .POF 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 .POF 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 .POF 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 .POF extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .POF file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .POF 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 .POF file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .POF file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .POF 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
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