Nintendo 64 Game ROM
General Information
| Title | Z64 File Extension |
| Extension | .z64 |
| Full Form | Nintendo 64 Game ROM |
| File Type | Game ROM File |
| Developer | Nintendo |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Stores game data |
| Additional Functions | Used for emulation |
| Features | Read-only, Binary format |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High fidelity |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Game Emulation | Yes |
| Software Development | Modding |
| Data Preservation | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Piracy concerns |
| Best Practices | Legal usage, Regular backups |
Historical/Version Information
| Popularity Peak | Late 1990s |
| Legacy Status | Vintage gaming |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .v64, .n64, .nds |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Project64 |
Free | Windows |
| Mupen64Plus |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 RetroArch |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Others |