What Is the File Extension Wmp?
The term "file extension" refers to the series of characters that appears after the dot in the name of a computer file -- such as "DOC" for Microsoft Word files or "TXT" for plain-text files. The extension WMP is used in video gaming.
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Extensions
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A file extension acts as a code or identifier that your computer uses to determine what application it must use to open a file.
Sources
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WMP files are created by the Infinity Game Engine, which was developed by the BioWare video game company.
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Function
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The Infinity Game Engine powers a number of BioWare computer games, including Baldur's Gate I and II and Icewind Dale I and II. A file with a WMP extension contains a saved game in progress.
Benefits
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Saving games in WMP files lets players pause a game if they need to and pick it up again later. Also, if you die or receive a setback in a game, you can go back to the point saved in a WMP file.
Considerations
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If you attempt to open a WMP file without Infinity Game Engine installed, you are likely to receive an error message.
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