GOB File Extension

What is GOB file?

GOB filename suffix is mostly used for LucasArts Game Resource files. LucasArts Game Resource format was developed by LucasArts Entertainment Company, LLC. GOB files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. GOB file format, along with 1509 other file formats, belongs to the Game Files category. Users are advised to use Dragon UnPACKer software for managing GOB files, although 3 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named Dragon UnPACKer was created by Alexandre Devilliers. In order to find more detailed information on the software and GOB files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support GOB file extension

Programs that can handle GOB files are as follows. GOB files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with GOB extension?

Being unable to open files with GOB extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with GOB extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with GOB files.

Step 1. Get the Dragon UnPACKer

Problems with opening and working with GOB files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with GOB files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select Dragon UnPACKer or one of the recommended programs (for example, Star Wars Jedi Knight: Dark Forces II, Indiana Jones, Star Wars: Dark Forces) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support GOB files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Dragon UnPACKer installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Alexandre Devilliers website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Dragon UnPACKer

You still cannot access GOB files although Dragon UnPACKer is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Dragon UnPACKer installed, it may not support GOB format. The latest version of Dragon UnPACKer should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open GOB files to Dragon UnPACKer

If you have the latest version of Dragon UnPACKer installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage GOB on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the GOB with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Dragon UnPACKer is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open GOB files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected GOB file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Dragon UnPACKer and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with GOB extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the GOB file is complete and free of errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the GOB file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the GOB file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the GOB file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the GOB file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. GOB file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the GOB file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with GOB extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the LucasArts Game Resource file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Dragon UnPACKer

If the systems has insufficient resources to open GOB files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with LucasArts Game Resource file. It may be the case that the GOB files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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