.OSU File Extension

Osu! Beatmap File

.osu is a human-readable file format containing beatmap information. The first line specifies the file format version. The content is in sections. .osk files are extracted into the Skins directory. Kn...

General Information

Title .osu File Extension
Extension .osu
Full Form Osu! Beatmap File
File Type Game Data File
Developer Dean Herbert (peppy)
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store beatmap data
Additional Functions Gameplay levels, Music synchronization
Features Timing points, Object placement

File Characteristics

Quality Varies by creator
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable Yes, with editor

Use Cases

Rhythm Gaming Yes
Custom Beatmaps Yes
Community Sharing Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low
Best Practices Download from trusted sources

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 2007
Latest Version Continuously updated

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .osb, .osz, .osk

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Osu! Free Windows, Mac OS, Linux