Tips to open PK1 file
Can't open the PK1 file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open PK1 files as well as a list of programs that support PK1 files.
PK1 file extension
| File Name |
XS Game |
| File Developer |
Atari, Inc. |
| File Category |
Game Files |
The PK1 file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the PK1 files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the PK1 file on each system platform.
What is PK1 file?
The file in the PK1 format belongs to the Game Files category. The author of this format is Atari, Inc.. In addition to this file, the Game Files category includes 1509 related files. XS Game is most often found on 1 operating systems. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The main program that supports this format is Dragon UnPACKer. This was created by Alexandre Devilliers. This file type can also be opened by 1 other programs. The XS programs will also handle the file when the Dragon UnPACKer program does not fulfill its role.
How to open PK1 file?
The main problem with XS Game is that the PK1 file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that PK1 files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the PK1 file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.
Step 1. Install Dragon UnPACKer
The first step is to check if the computer has the Dragon UnPACKer program installed. This can be achieved by typing Dragon UnPACKer into the operating system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below is a list of programs that support the file PK1.
Programs to open PK1 file
Remember to download programs supporting PK1 files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Dragon UnPACKer with PK1 files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the PK1 file to open in the Dragon UnPACKer application, but you can set it manually. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the PK1 file with the Dragon UnPACKer application.
Step 3. Update Dragon UnPACKer to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the Dragon UnPACKer program, it is possible that XS Game requires a newer version of the program. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Alexandre Devilliers page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the PK1 file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:
Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This suggests truncating the PK1 file contents when downloading or copying. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the PK1 file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected PK1 files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the PK1 file. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular PK1 file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Atari, Inc.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file PK1 except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. It is best to move PK1 to a different directory.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file PK1 to close. However, some background programs may block the PK1 file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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