ZSM files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Raven Software Game Sound Archive
File Function
Primary Function |
Store sound data |
Additional Functions |
Game audio playback |
Features |
Compressed, Archived |
File Characteristics
Quality |
High, Game-optimized |
Supports Layers |
No |
Supports Transparency |
No |
Editable |
With tools |
Use Cases
Game Development |
Yes |
In-game Sound |
Yes |
Mod Creation |
Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks |
Low risk |
Best Practices |
Verify source, Safe modding |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions |
.wav, .mp3, .ogg |
Type 2: Zerosound Music
File Function
Primary Function |
Store music |
Additional Functions |
Playback, Sequencing |
Features |
Compressed, Multi-track |
File Characteristics
Quality |
Lossy, Variable |
Supports Layers |
No |
Supports Transparency |
No |
Editable |
Yes |
Use Cases
Music Production |
Possible |
Game Development |
Possible |
Media Playback |
Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks |
Unknown |
Best Practices |
Regular scans, Trusted sources |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions |
.mp3, .wav, .flac |