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About XMA Files
An .xma file is an audio file saved in the Xbox Media Audio (XMA) format, a proprietary format Microsoft developed for use in Xbox 360 games. XMA files store compressed audio data using a variation of the Windows Media Audio (WMA) codec, allowing developers to include high-quality sound effects, music, and dialogue while minimizing storage requirements. The format is optimized for playback on Xbox hardware, making it a common choice for in-game audio assets.
Microsoft introduced the XMA format with the Xbox 360 as part of the XAudio2 audio engine, which provided developers with a unified framework for sound playback on both Windows and Xbox platforms. While .xma files are uncommon outside of gaming, you can drag the files to this window, and FileHelper.com will open and play them.
Converting XMA Files
You can convert .xma files to more widely supported formats for easier playback or editing:
- Converting to MP3: Makes XMA audio playable on most devices, though it slightly reduces quality due to lossy compression.
- Converting to WAV: Retains full audio quality and is ideal for editing, but produces much larger file sizes compared to XMA.
About FileHelper.com
FileHelper.com is a free web-based file utility that can open Xbox Media Audio files and over 150 other file formats directly in your web browser. It displays file properties, including metadata, and image EXIF data, along with information about the corresponding file type. FileHelper.com can also view and convert images to several common formats. Have an unknown file or a file without an extension? No problem — FileHelper.com can identify over 15,000 file types.