The Four Best Ways to Open VOL Files

The first way you should always try to open file extension VOL is to double-click it, but when that doesn’t work, there are a few other things you can try. There are lots of programs that can open different file extensions, and there are some simple ways you can tell which one to use.

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Pick the Right Program

Start by choosing the right program to open your VOL file. A few of the most common programs used to open VOL files are listed below. One of them should be able to open your VOL file.

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Note the File Type

Other programs may be able to open your VOL file, depending on the type of file it is. You can find the file type listed in the file’s properties. On a Windows PC, right-click the file, click "Properties", then look under “Type of File.” On a Mac computer, right-click the file, click “More Info,” then look under “Kind”.

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Tip: If it’s the VOL file extension, it probably falls under the Misc Files type, so any program used for Misc Files should open your VOL file.

Ask the Developer

Contacting the software developer is another easy way to get help opening a VOL file. You can find the developers for the most common programs used to open VOL files in the list below.

Software Developer
Tribes 2 Game File Sierra
Giants: Citizen Kabuto Archive Planet Moon Studios
Tribes Extreme Archive Unknown
Tribes Archive Unknown
Earth Siege 2 Archive Microsoft Developer
FreeOTFE Volume File Sarah Dean

Use a Universal File Viewer

When all else fails, a universal file viewer is the best way to open a VOL file. Programs like File Magic (Download) can open many different types of files, depending on the format. Although, some files may not be compatible with these programs. If your VOL file isn’t compatible, it will only open in binary format.


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