GEN files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Sega Genesis ROM
File Function
| Primary Function |
Store game data |
| Additional Functions |
Emulation, Backup |
| Features |
Binary format, Console-specific |
File Characteristics
| Quality |
Authentic, Unaltered |
| Supports Layers |
N/A |
| Supports Transparency |
N/A |
| Editable |
With tools |
Use Cases
| Gaming |
Yes |
| Software Testing |
Yes |
| Preservation |
Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks |
Piracy concerns |
| Best Practices |
Legal acquisition, Virus scanning |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions |
.smd, .bin, .md |
Type 2: ArcView ARC/INFO UnGenerate file
File Function
| Primary Function |
Store GIS data |
| Additional Functions |
Convert GIS data |
| Features |
Text-based, Coordinate data |
File Characteristics
| Quality |
High accuracy |
| Supports Layers |
Yes |
| Supports Transparency |
No |
| Editable |
Yes |
Use Cases
| Geospatial Analysis |
Yes |
| Cartography |
Yes |
| Data Conversion |
Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks |
Low |
| Best Practices |
Data validation, Regular backups |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions |
.shp, .mxd, .lyr |
Software Compatibility
| Software |
Usage Policy |
OS Compatibility |
 ArcGIS |
Licensed |
Windows |
 QGIS |
Free |
Windows, Mac, Linux |
Kega Fusion
RetroArch