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What is the MAZ File Extension?

Writer:   |   Revised: November 26, 2018

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MAZ File Summary

Only one known software program, Hover! developed by Microsoft Corporation, is related to the MAZ file extension. In addition, they are categorized under a single primary file type, described as the MAZ format. MAZ files are categorized ordinarily as Game Files.

File Extension MAZ files have been identified on both desktop and mobile devices. The MAZ File Extension carries a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning that these files are scarcely found in most user's file stores.

If you are having problems opening MAZ files, or would simply like to learn more about the software programs and developers that are associated with them, please see the complete information contained below.

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2018

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MAZ Types


Chief MAZ Description

.MAZ
File Ext:.maz
Class:MAZ

The MAZ file suffix is chiefly related to Microsoft Windows Hover!, a video game that is included on the Windows 95 OS CD. The MAZ file contains maze.

Company: Microsoft Corporation
Kind:Game Files
Folder: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.maz

Software Programs That Open The MAZ:


Hover! by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

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MAZ Popularity


Top Operating Systems

Windows (82.33%)
Android (11.56%)
iOS (3.43%)
Macintosh (1.71%)
Linux (0.60%)


Sources of MAZ Problems


Troubles Opening MAZ Files

Hover! Removed

You attempt to load your MAZ file and get an error such as "%%os%% Can't Open The MAZ File Extension". Generally, this is experienced in %%os%% because Hover! isn't installed on your PC. The OS won't know what to do with your MAZ file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.


Tip: If you know of another program that can open your MAZ file, you can try opening it by selecting the application from the programs listed.


Outdated Hover!

Your MAZ file is incompatible with Hover! because you might have the wrong version installed. If you've got the wrong version of Hover! installed, you'll need to install the correct version. The primary cause of this problem is that your MAZ file was created by a different (newer) version of Hover! than what's installed.


Tip: Find clues on the correct software version by right-clicking your MAZ file and clicking "Properties".


Conclusion: The majority of MAZ file opening issues are due to not having the correct Hover! version installed.


Associated Difficulties Loading MAZ Files

You can still experience errors opening MAZ files even with the latest version of Hover! installed on your PC. If you're still experiencing problems opening MAZ files, there could be other computer problems. Problems unrelated to software:

  • File references in the Windows Registry for MAZ are wrong
  • Unintentional removal of the description of the MAZ file inside the Windows Registry
  • Corrupt install of Hover! or other MAZ-related program
  • Your MAZ can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
  • Your MAZ has adversely impacted by malware
  • Drivers associated with MAZ software need to be updated
  • Insufficient system resources to successfully open MAZ files

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