PK4 File Extension

The PK4 file extension was created by id Software and is also known as the Doom 3 Engine Game Data File. PK4 is classified as a Game Files and This file is saved during a zipped format. you will view the contents by unzipping it with a file decompression program. You can open PK4 files in QuArK program.

Doom 3 Engine Game Data File Type

Doom 3 Engine Game Data File Type
Extension .pk4
Developer id Software
Popularity 5.0 (8 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program QuArK
Category Game Files
Format Zip
Updated 7/1/2025

What is a PK4 File Type?

Since the PK4 files are compressed by Zip compression they can be decompressed using n' any compatible Zip decompression utility.

Other games using the ID Tech 4 engine include Quake 4, Prey, Wolfenstein and Brink.

Free Online PK4 Tools & Apps

Access powerful and secure free online PK4 tools to convert, view, edit, merge, split, and compare PK4 files — all without installing any software. Our tools support the .PK4 (Doom 3 Engine Game Data File) file extension and run smoothly in any modern browser.

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PK4 Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Doom 3 Engine Game Data File .PK4 File Extensions while opening the .PK4 files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open PK4 Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Doom 3 Engine Game Data File on your system such as QuArK.
  2. Associate default Quark QuArK program for *.pk4 (Doom 3 Engine Game Data File) files.

    Associate PK4 Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.PK4 (e.g example.pk4) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Quark QuArK program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .pk4 files.

All Platform Software Programs for PK4 File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the PK4 files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

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QuArK image. QuArK 6 for Windows Freeware QuArK

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen PK4 File on Mac OS

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About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

PK4 file extension icon image.About PK4 - Doom 3 Engine Game Data File

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Updated 7/1/2025