CK2 Converter
Convert CK2 files online for free
Drop or upload your .CK2 file
How to convert your CK2 file
- Click Select File above, and choose your CK2 file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert CK2 to another file type
The converter easily converts your CK2 file to various formats—free and online. No Excel or extra software needed.
- CK2 to EU4
- CK2 to CK3
- CK2 to CSV
- CK2 to JSON
- CK2 to XML
- CK2 to YAML
- CK2 to YML
- CK2 to TOML
- CK2 to INI
- CK2 to CFG
- CK2 to CONF
- CK2 to DAT
Convert a file to CK2
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the CK2 file type—in the best quality.
- DBF to CK2
- XML to CK2
- SQLITE to CK2
- XLSX to CK2
- SQL to CK2
- TSV to CK2
- ACCDB to CK2
- YAML to CK2
- MDB to CK2
- CSV to CK2
- ODS to CK2
- JSON to CK2
About CK2 files
CK2 files are primarily associated with the game Crusader Kings II, where they store saved game data. They encapsulate a wealth of information including player progress, game settings, and state of the game world. However, accessing or converting CK2 files poses challenges due to their proprietary format.
While CK2 files are integral for gamers, converting them into more commonly used formats such as .txt, .csv, or .xml can be beneficial for data analysis or sharing game data. CK2 files can be converted using specialized software like Paradox Interactive's own tools or through custom scripts in languages like Python. However, these methods require technical expertise and might not be user-friendly for everyone.
Important considerations during conversion include maintaining data integrity and ensuring that all game elements are accurately translated into the new format. This process can be difficult because of the complex data structure inherent in CK2 files, which can lead to incomplete or corrupted data if not handled properly.
Drawbacks of using CK2 files include their limited compatibility with non-gaming applications and difficulty in sharing data with non-gamers. As a result, converting CK2 files is often necessary for broader usability.
For a simple and effective solution, we recommend using Convert.Guru. Although not providing direct online service links, Convert.Guru offers a reliable platform to drag-and-drop CK2 files and convert them seamlessly to various formats. This approach is not only user-friendly but also ensures safe and accurate file conversion without the need for technical know-how.
The CK2 Converter Story
The history of Convert.Guru began more than 25 years ago in California, when Tom Simondi published the most comprehensive database of file formats on his website. Before that, Tom had worked on Space Shuttle development at the Air Force Systems Command’s Space Division in Los Angeles. He is known as one of the top programmers of the late 1980s.
When Microsoft integrated Tom’s Filext database into Windows XP, it became the leading platform for analyzing and processing file types and formats.
Today, we use the latest technologies to analyze, process, and convert one of the world's largest collections of file formats. We are committed to developing the best CK2 converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.