Xbox Media Audio File
General Information
| Title | XMA File Extension |
| Extension | .xma |
| Full Form | Xbox Media Audio File |
| File Type | Audio File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | audio/x-xma |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store audio |
| Additional Functions | Game development |
| Features | Compression, Xbox gaming |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes, with tools |
Use Cases
| Game Development | Yes |
| Audio Playback | Yes |
| Sound Engineering | Limited |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2005 with Xbox 360 |
| Latest Version | Varies with SDK |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .wma, .wav, .mp3 |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft SDK |
Free, License required | Windows |
 FFmpeg |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 VLC Media Player |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |