Convert.Guru

DBO Converter

Convert DBO files online for free


Drop or upload your .DBO file

How to convert your DBO file

  1. Click Select File above, and choose your DBO file.
  2. You'll see a preview.
  3. Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.


Convert DBO to another file type

The converter easily converts your DBO file to various formats—free and online. No Visual Studio Code or extra software needed.

  • DBO to JS
  • DBO to TS
  • DBO to PY
  • DBO to JAVA
  • DBO to CPP
  • DBO to C
  • DBO to CS
  • DBO to PHP
  • DBO to RB
  • DBO to GO
  • DBO to RS
  • DBO to SWIFT

Convert a file to DBO

The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the DBO file type—in the best quality.

  • SH to DBO
  • PY to DBO
  • KT to DBO
  • PS1 to DBO
  • SWIFT to DBO
  • LUA to DBO
  • PL to DBO
  • JAVA to DBO
  • SCALA to DBO
  • JS to DBO
  • VBS to DBO
  • TS to DBO

About DBO files

DBO files are a proprietary format used primarily in game development, particularly with the DarkBASIC Professional programming language. While they have specific benefits within their native environment, converting DBO files to other formats can be challenging due to their limited compatibility and specialized nature.

One of the main drawbacks of DBO files is their restricted use outside the DarkBASIC ecosystem, making conversion necessary for broader application. Common formats you might want to convert a DBO file into include OBJ, 3DS, FBX, and STL. However, doing so often requires specialized software.

To convert DBO files, you can use software like Autodesk 3ds Max or Blender. These programs support various 3D formats and can be used to import DBO files and then export them to a more widely-used format. However, this process may require intermediate 3D modeling skills and an understanding of each format's specifications.

Important considerations when converting DBO files include ensuring that textures and materials are correctly mapped and that the geometry is preserved. Some software might not fully support all DBO features, leading to potential data loss or errors during conversion.

Given these challenges, using a user-friendly platform like Convert.Guru offers a streamlined solution. By simply dragging and dropping your DBO files onto their website, you can easily convert them to a variety of formats without dealing with complex software. This service saves time and effort, making it an ideal choice for users looking for quick and reliable file conversion.


The DBO 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 DBO converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.

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