MPZ files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Miradi Project File
File Function
| Primary Function |
Store project |
| Additional Functions |
Manage conservation projects |
| Features |
Structured, XML-based |
File Characteristics
| Quality |
Highly structured |
| Supports Layers |
No |
| Supports Transparency |
No |
| Editable |
Yes |
Use Cases
| Conservation Planning |
Yes |
| Project Management |
Yes |
| Environmental Research |
Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks |
Low |
| Best Practices |
Regular backups, data validation |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions |
.zip, .xml |
Software Compatibility
| Software |
Usage Policy |
OS Compatibility |
 Miradi |
Subscription |
Windows, Mac |
Type 2: Red Eclipse Map File
File Function
| Primary Function |
Store game maps |
| Additional Functions |
Contain textures, models |
| Features |
Binary format, Compressed |
File Characteristics
| Quality |
High detail |
| Supports Layers |
Yes |
| Supports Transparency |
Yes |
| Editable |
With editor |
Use Cases
| Game Development |
Yes |
| Game Modding |
Yes |
| Custom Maps |
Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks |
Low risk |
| Best Practices |
Verify source |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions |
.ogz, .map, .wpt |
Red Eclipse