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About XA Files

A .xa file is an audio file saved in the PlayStation Extended Architecture (XA) format, a compressed audio format developed by Sony for use with the original PlayStation console. XA files typically store ADPCM-encoded audio, which reduces file size while maintaining acceptable sound quality for in-game music, dialogue, and sound effects. The format was designed to stream audio directly from CD-ROM discs during gameplay, allowing developers to balance storage limitations with performance needs.

People are most likely to encounter XA files when extracting or preserving audio from original PlayStation game discs, particularly titles released in the mid-to-late 1990s. Game developers used the XA format to include voice clips, background music, and cinematic audio within PlayStation games. Today, XA files are most often handled by game modders, preservationists, and retro gaming enthusiasts who work with disc images and legacy console content, but you can open and play .xa files on FileHelper.com by dragging them to this page.

Converting XA Files

You can convert .xa files to several other formats to improve compatibility:

• Converting to MP3: Creates a widely supported audio file that is easy to share and play on most devices, though it slightly reduces fidelity compared to the original ADPCM-encoded audio due to the introduction of lossy compression.
• Converting to AAC: Produces a smaller, efficient file with good sound quality that works well on modern devices, media players, and streaming platforms.