WOWSREPLAY File

Gameplay records of World Of Warship in a format that allows for their reproduction in the game are stored in files with the .WOWSREPLAY extension. The records are automatically created from the last thirty matches. Files are by default stored in the game's directory, under the Replays subfolder. World Of Warships - WoWS, together with World of Tanks - WoT and World of Warplanes are popular war simulation online games for multiple users.

What do .WOWSREPLAY files contain?

Files with the .WOWSREPLAY extension do not contain video data. This ensures the file, even from a long match, is not too big. The files contain necessary information in a proprietary format that allows for the replay, re-simulation of the gameplay through WoWS. This primarily includes:

• recorded locations of individual units,
• movements,
• other actions taken by players.

During playback, it's possible to pause, rewind, or repeat selected parts of the gameplay, and also to view it from different angles. However, there is no possibility to interfere with the simulation's progress.

How to replay a match from a .WOWSREPLAY file?

Replaying matches is straightforward. One can directly go to the directory, select a recorded match, and start it using the executable .EXE file of the WoWS game. If the application is associated with .WOWSREPLAY files, simply double-clicking them suffices. Users often share their gameplay or record videos based on them. They are helpful in analyzing strategies, reporting unsporting behavior of other players, or game bugs.