What is the SPO File Extension?

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SPO File Summary

Three known software programs (notably, Electronic Arts Spore developed by Electronic Arts) are related to the SPO file extension. In addition, they are categorized under two distinct file types, but mainly identified as the Spore Saved Game format. The majority of SPO files are considered Game Files, but they can also be Data Files.

We have found SPO files on the Windows, Mac, and iOS operating systems. They are both mobile and desktop device friendly. With a Popularity Rating of "Low", these files are not very common to your average computer user.

To learn more about SPO files and their associated software applications, please see the information below. Plus, we provide a basic troubleshooting guide to solve problems with opening SPO files.

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SPO Types

  2 known file types use this extension

Chief SPO Description

.SPO
Extension:.spo
Class:Spore Saved Game

The SPO file extension is a game file type that is associated with the video game Spore. The players of the game evolve their creatures through various stages of life. The SPO file type stores most of the game state such as; the improvement of the of the evolution of the creatures within the surrounding civilization.

Company: Electronic Arts
Division:Game Files
Registry Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.spo

Software Programs That Open The Spore Saved Game:


Electronic Arts Spore by Electronic Arts

Windows
Mac

More SPO Files

.SPO
Extension:.spo
Class:SPSS Statistical Data Output File

The SPO file extension is a data file type that is associated with the Statistical Package for the Social Science (SPSS). It is an output file created by SPSS. It is possible to export these SPO files using SPSS 15 and earlier versions. They are not compatible with 16 and later versions as these versions export files in a different format. These exported files have the extension SPV.

Company: IBM
Division:Data Files

Software Programs That Open SPSS Statistical Data Output File Files:


IBM SPSS by IBM

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
iOS
Android
Linux

SPSS SmartViewer by IBM

Compatible with:

Windows

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SPO Usage


Leading Device Types

Desktop (84.34%)
Mobile (14.29%)
Tablet (1.37%)


SPO File Complications


Typical SPO Opening Challenges

Electronic Arts Spore Removed

If you attempt to load your SPO file, you experience a message such as "Can't Open SPO Files". If so, it typically means that you don't have Electronic Arts Spore installed for %%os%%. The OS won't know what to do with your SPO file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.


Tip: If you have another software that you know opens SPO files, you can select it by hitting the "Show Apps" button.


Obsolete Version of Electronic Arts Spore

In some cases, you might have a newer (or older) version of a Spore Saved Game file that is unsupported by your installed application version. Download the latest Electronic Arts Spore version from the Electronic Arts website to ensure you have the correct one installed. This problem is predominately due to having a Spore Saved Game file version that was created by a newer version of Electronic Arts Spore than what you have installed on your PC.


Tip: Investigate your SPO file by right-clicking and selecting "Properties" to find clues on what version you need.


Ultimately, most of the difficulties opening SPO files are due to having the wrong version of Electronic Arts Spore installed.


Other Causes of SPO File Opening Problems

Even with the correct version of Electronic Arts Spore installed, you can still experience difficulties opening SPOs. There can be other issues - unrelated to software - preventing you from opening SPO files. These other problems include (listed in order from most to least common):

  • Windows Registry SPO file paths that are incorrect
  • Corruption of the SPO file description inside the Registry
  • Corrupt install of Electronic Arts Spore or other SPO-related program
  • The SPO itself is corrupted
  • The SPO is infected with a virus
  • Drivers associated with SPO software need to be updated
  • Your PC doesn’t have enough available resources to open the Spore Saved Game file

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