.MGX File Extension

MGX files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: Rise of Nations Saved Game

The MGX file extension has three file types seen as Rise Of Nations saved games. MGX files open with four programs, mainly Rise Of Nations by Big Huge Games. Most MGX files are game files, some are gr...

General Information

Title MGX File Extension
Extension .mgx
Full Form Rise of Nations Saved Game File
File Type Game File
Developer Big Huge Games
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store saved game
Additional Functions Preserve game state
Features Game progress, Game settings

File Characteristics

Quality Game-dependent
Supports Layers No
Supports Transparency No
Editable No

Use Cases

Game Continuation Yes
Game Sharing Yes
Backup Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low
Best Practices Backup regularly

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 2003
Latest Version Varies by game patch

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .bhs, .sav

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Rise of Nations Paid Windows

Type 2: Age of Empires 2 Expansion Replay File

The internal format of the MGX file is outlined. Structure Definitions are believed to be declarations that read and write structured binary data. This specifies the format of the binary data. MGX mes...

General Information

Title MGX File Extension
Extension .mgx
Full Form Age of Empires 2 Expansion Replay File
File Type Game Replay File
Developer Ensemble Studios
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store game replay
Additional Functions Review gameplay, Share match

File Characteristics

Quality Fixed by gameplay
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable No

Use Cases

Game Analysis Yes
Tactical Review Yes
Sharing Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low
Best Practices Verify source

Historical/Version Information

Associated Game Age of Empires II
File Version The Conquerors Expansion

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .aoe2record, .mgz, .aoereplay

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Age of Empires II Paid Windows, Mac