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WAD File Extension

WAD file extension is created by id Software, also known as Doom WAD File. WAD has been classified as Game Files. This file is saved in a binary format, which requires a specific program to read its contents. You can open WAD files in Dolphin program.

Doom WAD File Type

Doom WAD File Type
Extension .wad
Developer id Software
Popularity 5.0 (597 Votes)
Mime Type application/x-doom
Default Program Dolphin
Category Game Files
Format Binary
Updated 5/1/2024

What is a WAD File Type?

WAD file open in SLADEThe WAD format has been classified into two categories: 1) IWAD ("Internal WAD") and 2) PWAD ("Patch WAD"). The IWAD file type is used for loading core game content, and PWAD files are used for adding optional data to the game.Because of Doom's popularity and the customizability of WAD files, the WAD format became one of the more widely known and widely used game data file formats. Community gamers developed thousands of WAD-based mods for Doom and other games. However, since Doom and Doom II were released in the 1990s, the format is not as commonly used as it once was.The original WAD format, referred to as WAD1, evolved into subsequent formats, including WAD2 and WAD3. These versions were reduced in scope to include only game textures and were used for Quake and Half-Life. Quake WAD texture files can be edited with programs such as Wally.

Free online WAD Tools & Apps

We have also the free online .WAD (Doom WAD File) file extension apps that can allow to view, edit, convert from to WAD, merge, split and compare the WAD files without installing anything on your system. Please click on the links to explore the complete list of details for each required feature.

WAD Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Doom WAD File .WAD=10414 File Extensions while opening the .WAD=10414 files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open WAD Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Doom WAD File on your system such as Dolphin.
  2. Associate default Dolphin Dolphin program for *.wad (Doom WAD File) files.

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

    Associate WAD Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.WAD (e.g example.wad) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Dolphin Dolphin program Or other appropriate program that you want.
    3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
    4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .Dolphin extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

All Platform Software Programs for WAD File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the WAD 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.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open WAD File on Windows

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Dolphin image. Dolphin 5 for Windows Open Source Dolphin

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

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Dolphin image. Dolphin 5 for MacOs Open Source Dolphin

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen WAD file on Linux

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Dolphin image. Dolphin 5 for Linux Open Source Dolphin

Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen WAD file on Web

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iOS logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen WAD file on iOS

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Android logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen WAD file on Android

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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.

WAD file extension icon image.About WAD - Doom WAD File

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Updated 5/1/2024


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