File extension .XP3
Full Name | Developer | Category |
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KiriKiri Package Format | KiriKiri | Game Files |
XP3 (KiriKiri Package File) is a type of binary data File Extension that can is used in Japanese-style visual novel Advance Text applications developed in KiriKiri software. It is a package file that contains audio, video and image elements which are usually compressed for easy storage. It was initially introduced for KAG3 scripting language. It can be opened with a text editor or binary viewer. All files stored in this format have the .xp3 extension.
Usage
Mostly, these package files are used to store data-based media content such as text, graphics and sound files for Japanese-style visual novels. To read, write and create these package files, developers need to use specialized software like ZTools. Sometimes, these Files Extension can also be used by several other applications such as SwanGMA, .hack//ENEMY and Fake, and some games like YU-NO: A Girl Who Chants Love at the Bound of this World. Other similar file extensions are: .npa, .ns2, and nsa?s?.
Technical Aspects
Files with XP3 (KiriKiri Package File) extension generally use the same kind of encoding that most of the other container formats like .zip<./ext> or RAR are using. This encoding technique (XOR encryption) allows the content of these package files to securely store data without being exposed or corrupted due to unauthorized access. While these files are commonly using compression techniques for their size savings, such files may often be larger than their original source data.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .XP3) 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 .XP3 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 .XP3 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 .XP3 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 .XP3 extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .XP3 file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .XP3 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 .XP3 file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .XP3 file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .XP3 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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