CHR files exist as 4 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Doki Doki Literature Club! Character File
General Information
| Title | CHR File Extension |
| Extension | .chr |
| Full Form | Character File |
| File Type | Game Resource File |
| Developer | Team Salvato |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store character data |
| Additional Functions | Trigger game events |
| Features | Encrypted, Base64 encoded |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Game-dependent |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Indirectly |
Use Cases
| Visual Novels | Yes |
| Game Modding | Yes |
| Puzzle Solving | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Backup files, Avoid sharing |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | September 2017 |
| Latest Version | Game updates |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .rpy, .rpa, .png, .jpg |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Doki Doki Literature Club! |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Ren'Py |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Android |
Type 2: CryENGINE Character File
CHR files refer to CryENGINE Character Files. CryENGINE is a game engine by Crytek. These files store character models and data for games. CHR files contain: Character Model - 3D model with geometry...
General Information
| Title | CHR File Extension |
| Extension | .chr |
| Full Form | CryENGINE Character File |
| File Type | 3D Model File |
| Developer | Crytek |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store 3D character |
| Additional Functions | Include geometry, skin weights |
| Features | Binary format, Animation data |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Highly detailed |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | Depends on textures |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Game Development | Yes |
| Cinematics | Yes |
| Virtual Reality | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | File corruption |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Version control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2000s |
| Latest CryENGINE | 5.x series |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .cgf, .caf, .cga, .dds |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 CryENGINE |
Free, Royalty-based | Windows |
| Lumberyard |
Free | Windows |
Type 3: Borland Character Set
A “character set” refers to a predefined collection of characters, symbols, or glyphs. Each character within a set is assigned a unique code or identifier. Character sets are fundamental in encodi...
General Information
| Title | CHR File Extension |
| Extension | .chr |
| Full Form | Borland Character Set File |
| File Type | Character Set File |
| Developer | Borland |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store custom fonts |
| Additional Functions | Graphical representations |
| Features | Fixed-width, Bitmap |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on design |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Software Development | Yes |
| Graphic Design | Yes |
| Legacy Systems | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Legacy support |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1980s |
| Latest Version | Associated with Turbo C++ 3.0 (1991) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .fon, .bdf, .pcf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Turbo C |
Free | DOS, Windows |
 Turbo Pascal |
Discontinued | DOS |
Type 4: 3ds Max Characters File
General Information
| Title | CHR File Extension |
| Extension | .chr |
| Full Form | 3ds Max Characters File |
| File Type | 3D Character Layout |
| Developer | Autodesk |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store character data |
| Additional Functions | Reference geometries |
| Features | Character animation, Rigging |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High-quality animations |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Game Development | Yes |
| Film Animation | Yes |
| Virtual Reality | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | File corruption |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Version control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies with 3ds Max |
| Latest Version | Linked to 3ds Max release |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .max, .3ds, .bip |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Autodesk 3ds Max |
Paid | Windows |