RPY files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Touhou Project Replay File
File extension .rpy stores replay of a Touhou Project game. Touhou Project is a series of scrolling shooter video games from Japan. The replay file records movements made during a game. It can then re...
General Information
| Title | Rpy File Extension |
| Extension | .rpy |
| Full Form | Touhou Project Replay File |
| File Type | Game Replay File |
| Developer | Team Shanghai Alice |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store gameplay replay |
| Additional Functions | Share gameplay, Analyze strategies |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Game-specific |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Gameplay Review | Yes |
| Strategy Sharing | Yes |
| Fan Community | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Verify source |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies by game |
| Supported Versions | Varies by game |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .rep, .lrf, .slf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Touhou Project games |
Commercial | Windows |
Type 2: Ren'Py Script
The script files end with .rpy extension under game directory. Generally no difference between script in multiple or one file. Control transfers by jumping to labels in other files. Division into file...
General Information
| Title | Rpy File Extension |
| Extension | .rpy |
| Full Form | Ren'Py Script File |
| File Type | Script File |
| Developer | Ren'Py Project |
| MIME Type | text/x-script.python |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store game scripts |
| Additional Functions | Define game logic, Display text |
| Features | Text-based, Python syntax |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Human-readable |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Visual Novels | Yes |
| Interactive Stories | Yes |
| Game Development | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Script injection |
| Best Practices | Validate code, Sandbox testing |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2004 |
| Latest Version | Ren'Py 7.4.11 (2023) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .rpa, .rpym, .rpymc |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Ren'Py |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Android |
| Text Editors |
Free | Varies |
Type 3: Python Script
General Information
| Title | RPY File Extension |
| Extension | .rpy |
| Full Form | Ren'Py Script File |
| File Type | Game Script File |
| Developer | Tom 'PyTom' Rothamel |
| MIME Type | text/x-script.renpy |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store scripts |
| Additional Functions | Define game logic, Display text |
| Features | Python syntax, Visual novel scripting |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text-based |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Visual Novels | Yes |
| Interactive Fiction | Yes |
| Game Prototyping | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Script injection |
| Best Practices | Validate input, Sanitize data |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2004 |
| Latest Version | Varies with Ren'Py SDK |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .py, .rpyc, .rpym, .rpymc |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Ren'Py SDK |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| Atom with Ren'Py Language |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| Visual Studio Code with Ren'Py Extension |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |