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Opening an SC4 File
The SC4 file type is primarily associated with SimCity 4.
What is an SC4 file?
SC4 files mostly belong to SimCity 4. The SC4 file format is used in multiple ways.
One common use is for SimCity 4 save files. These files store simulation data such as city layouts, zoning, and resource management details. They hold information to resume a game with a current city or an entire region.
Another use sees SC4 files as voice recording containers. In these cases, the file holds compressed sound data, sometimes created by devices like the DMR1000 Voice Recorder. This use may also relate to audio functions within the game environment.
One common use is for SimCity 4 save files. These files store simulation data such as city layouts, zoning, and resource management details. They hold information to resume a game with a current city or an entire region.
Another use sees SC4 files as voice recording containers. In these cases, the file holds compressed sound data, sometimes created by devices like the DMR1000 Voice Recorder. This use may also relate to audio functions within the game environment.
- SimCity 4 Save: Loads game progress in SimCity 4.
- Voice Recording: Plays back compressed audio data with compatible software.
FilExt.com notes: To open a SC4 file, check its origin. If it is from SimCity 4, use the game to load your save. If it is a voice recording, try an audio player that supports compressed formats. For further details on audio file handling, see the related webpage.
How can I open an SC4 file?
You need a suitable software like SimCity 4 to open an SC4 file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your SC4 file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a SC4 file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.
Online SC4 Text Viewer
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Programs that open and convert SC4 files:
- SimCity 4
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. SC4 files are often referred to as SimCity 4 games because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
- NOMAD MP3 Manager (Voice Audio) by Creative Technology Ltd.The identifying characters used for this association are - Hex: 64 6D 72 31 64 61 74 61 F4 01, ASCII: dmr1data. This file format is classified as Audio.
- RollerCoaster Tycoon (Scenario) by Atari
- SimCity (4 Saved City) by Electronic Arts, Inc.This file is used to import or export cities to the new Sim City 4 game, to save them, and to multiplay. The identifying characters used for this association are - Hex: 44 42 50 46, ASCII: DBPF. Related links: File Format
Technical Data for SC4 File Extension
File classification:
Game
Identifier:
Hex: 64 6D 72 31 64 61 74 61 F4 01, ASCII: dmr1data (provided by TrID database)
The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.
ProgramID: RollerCoaster TycoonFile1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Hasbro Interactive\RollerCoaster Tycoon\rct.exe %1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Hasbro Interactive\RollerCoaster Tycoon\rct.exe %1
ProgramID: RollerCoaster TycoonFile1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\RollerCoaster Tycoon\rct.exe %1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\RollerCoaster Tycoon\rct.exe %1
ProgramID: RollerCoaster TycoonFile1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Infogrames\Roller Coaster Tycoon\rct.exe %1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Infogrames\Roller Coaster Tycoon\rct.exe %1
ProgramID: RollerCoaster TycoonFile1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\RollerCoaster Tycoon\rct.exe
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\RollerCoaster Tycoon\rct.exe
an sc4 game save file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.
How to solve problems with SC4 files
- Associate the SC4 file extension with the correct application.
- Update your software that should actually open game save files. Because only the current version supports the latest SC4 file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available SimCity 4 update.
- To make sure that your SC4 file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
- Click here to open your .SC4 file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.