How to convert your FGD file
- Click the "Select File" button above, and choose your FGD file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert FGD to another file type
The converter easily converts your FGD file to various formats—free and online. No Steam or extra software needed.
- FGD to EXE
- FGD to ISO
- FGD to BIN
- FGD to CUE
- FGD to PAK
- FGD to WAD
- FGD to PK3
- FGD to PK4
- FGD to BSP
- FGD to MAP
- FGD to SAV
- FGD to DAT
Convert a file to FGD
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the FGD file type—in the best quality.
- MOD to FGD
- BIN to FGD
- CFG to FGD
- SCX to FGD
- DAT to FGD
- MPQ to FGD
- LOG to FGD
- CUE to FGD
- INI to FGD
- EXE to FGD
- SCM to FGD
- ISO to FGD
About FGD files
FGD files, or "Forge Game Data" files, are primarily used in game design for defining entities in level editors, such as Valve's Hammer Editor. They contain essential metadata that describe how different elements interact within a game environment. Despite their utility in game development, FGD files come with certain limitations and challenges.
One of the main drawbacks of FGD files is their lack of compatibility with most mainstream software outside of game development. This can make sharing and editing these files cumbersome for users unfamiliar with specific game design tools. Additionally, the niche nature of FGD files means there are limited options for conversion.
For those interested in converting FGD files, several desktop applications are available. Autodesk 3ds Max and Blender are two robust options that allow for importing and manipulating FGD files, though these require a level of technical expertise. Users can convert FGD files to more accessible formats like .OBJ for 3D modeling, .TXT for text-based data, or .JSON for structured data interchange.
Conversion challenges arise due to the complexity of the data within FGD files, which can result in loss of specific entity information during conversion. Therefore, it's crucial to choose the right software tools that can handle these intricacies.
For an easy and convenient conversion experience, Convert.Guru is the best choice. By simply dragging and dropping your FGD files onto their conversion webpage, you can seamlessly transform them into various formats without the hassle of complex software.
The FGD 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 FGD converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.