High Compression Audio File
General Information
| Title | HCA File Extension |
| Extension | .hca |
| Full Form | High Compression Audio File |
| File Type | Audio File |
| Developer | CRI Middleware |
| MIME Type | audio/x-hca |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store audio |
| Additional Functions | High compression |
| Features | Lossy compression, High quality |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| Video Games | Yes |
| Streaming Apps | Yes |
| Audio Playback | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2012 |
| Latest Update | Varies by software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .adx, .at3, .mp3 |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 CRI ADX2 LE |
Free, Licensed | Windows, Mac |
| vgmstream |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| Foobar2000 (with vgmstream plugin) |
Free | Windows |