Extract text from Game files (XG)
To convert XG files to another format, you need eXtreme Gammon or other Game software.
To convert other file formats to the "Saved Game File" file type, you need software like eXtreme Gammon or a similar tool.
An .XG file primarily functions as an eXtreme Gammon match file. It saves backgammon games, checker moves, dice rolls, and complex AI analysis. Secondarily, it is used as a game save file for the XCOM video game series.
The main disadvantage of the .XG format is its proprietary, closed nature. To open and analyze backgammon matches natively, users are forced to purchase a license for eXtreme Gammon. This creates a barrier when sharing match records with players who use alternative backgammon software like GNU Backgammon or Snowie.
If you want to share match data, the best conversion targets are TXT (plain text transcripts), SGF (Smart Game Format), or MAT. Unfortunately, standard online converters fail to process .XG files because they lack the proprietary game engine required to interpret the specific match notation and neural network evaluations. XCOM save files face a similar issue, as they consist of highly specific, encrypted binary chunks tied exclusively to the game engine.
Because this file format is difficult to open or convert externally, often only the original software can properly read or export the data. However, you can drag and drop your file into convert.guru to identify the format, inspect the internal file structure, and show hidden text data. If our analysis detects a supported underlying or embedded format, viewing or conversion may still be possible.
Convert.Guru analyzes your XG file, detects the exact format, and lets you read the text inside.
Users also converted RPM files.
If you want to convert XG file to RPM, you can use eXtreme Gammon or similar software from the "Game Match and Save Data" category. In the File menu, look for Save As… or Export….
To convert files to XG, try eXtreme Gammon or another comparable tool in the "Game Match and Save Data" category.
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