Bethesda Archive 2
General Information
| Title | BA2 File Extension |
| Extension | .ba2 |
| Full Form | Bethesda Archive 2 |
| File Type | Game Data Archive |
| Developer | Bethesda Softworks |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store game data |
| Additional Functions | Package textures, models, UI elements |
| Features | Optimized format, Game-specific |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High, Optimized |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | Yes, for textures |
| Editable | With tools |
Use Cases
| Game Modding | Yes |
| Game Development | Bethesda games |
| Custom Content | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Archive manipulation |
| Best Practices | Verify sources, Modding guidelines |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2015 |
| Latest Version | Associated with Fallout 4 release |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .esp, .esm, .bsa |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Bethesda Archive Extractor |
Free | Windows |
| Fallout 4 |
Paid | Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One |
 Creation Kit |
Free | Windows |