REP files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Grand Theft Auto Replay File
General Information
| Title | REP File Extension |
| Extension | .rep |
| Full Form | Grand Theft Auto Replay File |
| File Type | Game Replay File |
| Developer | Rockstar Games |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store game replays |
| Additional Functions | Playback in-game actions |
| Features | Compressed, Binary format |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Game-dependent |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Gameplay Review | Yes |
| Strategy Analysis | Yes |
| Sharing Moments | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Game updates, Official sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies by game |
| Latest Version | Varies by game update |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dem, .bik |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Grand Theft Auto |
Paid game | Windows, Console platforms |
Type 2: StarCraft Replay File
A REP file contains gameplay information captured over time, including actor, weather, pedestrian, and vehicle positions. REP files are used to share and review gameplay but do not contain actual vide...
General Information
| Title | REP File Extension |
| Extension | .rep |
| Full Form | StarCraft Replay File |
| File Type | Game Replay File |
| Developer | Blizzard Entertainment |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store game replay |
| Additional Functions | Review gameplay, Share tactics |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Game-specific |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Game Analysis | Yes |
| Strategy Sharing | Yes |
| Tournament Review | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | File tampering |
| Best Practices | Download from trusted sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1998 |
| Latest Update | With game patches |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .scm, .scx, .chk |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| StarCraft |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
| SC:Remastered |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
Type 3: X-Plane Replay File
General Information
| Title | REP File Extension |
| Extension | .rep |
| Full Form | X-Plane Replay File |
| File Type | Game Replay File |
| Developer | Laminar Research |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store replay |
| Additional Functions | Review flights |
| Features | 3D replay, Flight data |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High fidelity |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Flight Simulation | Yes |
| Training | Yes |
| Entertainment | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies by version |
| Latest Version | Depends on X-Plane version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .fdr, .plt |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 X-Plane |
Paid | Windows, Mac, Linux |