.MAP16 File Extension

Not widely standardized

Learn about the MAP16 file extension. A MAP16 file is a Map16 Tile File. It stores graphic tiles to make up the background and foreground of a Super Mario World level. You will likely encounter a MAP1...

General Information

Title .MAP16 File Extension
Extension .map16
Full Form Not widely standardized
File Type Map Data File
Developer Varies
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store map data
Additional Functions Level design, Tile mapping
Features 16x16 tiles, Level elements

File Characteristics

Quality Varies
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency Varies
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Video Games Yes
Level Design Yes
Modding Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low
Best Practices Regular backups, Version control

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Varies
Latest Version Depends on software

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .lvl, .map, .tileset

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Custom Software N/A Varies
Game Editors Varies Varies