HWS Converter

Convert HWS files online for free


Drop or upload your .HWS file

How to convert your HWS file

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

Convert HWS to another file type

Convert a file to HWS


About HWS files

HWS files are associated with Hedgewars, a turn-based strategy game. These files store game settings and data, making them crucial for game functionality. However, they are not universally supported outside their intended environment, posing challenges for users who wish to convert and use them in different applications.

Converting HWS files to more widely-used formats like PDF, DOC, or TXT can be difficult. This is because HWS files contain specific game data that may not translate directly into other document formats. Some tools can open HWS files, but conversion to other formats often requires additional steps, such as exporting the data into a compatible format first.

While some software, such as LibreOffice, can help with certain types of file conversion, the unique structure of HWS files means that not all data may be accurately preserved. Considerations include potential data loss or misrepresentation of the original file content.

Despite these challenges, converting HWS files is sometimes necessary to integrate data into different applications or for archival purposes. However, users should be aware of the limitations and potential drawbacks, such as loss of functionality and data integrity.

For easy and reliable conversion, we recommend using the Convert.Guru platform. Simply drag-n-drop your HWS files to convert them effortlessly to a range of formats, ensuring a seamless experience without the technical hassles associated with offline tools.

Use Convert.Guru to analyze your HWS file and see the formats you can convert it to.



The HWS Converter Story

The history of Convert.Guru began over 25 years ago in California with Tom Simondi’s file-format database. A former contributor to Space Shuttle development and a software pioneer of the 1980s, Simondi established a trusted resource for file type analysis that was even referenced by Microsoft Windows XP. Today, we use modern technology to process and convert thousands of file formats while continually improving our HWS converter.