What is the PBO File Extension?

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PBO File Summary

Seven known software programs (notably, ArmA: Armed Assault developed by Bohemia Interactive) are related to the PBO file extension. In addition, they are categorized under two distinct file types, but mainly identified as the Packed Bohemia Object format. These files can be categorized as Game Files or Developer Files. In the majority of cases, these files will be Game Files.

File Extension PBO files have been identified on both desktop and mobile devices. They are fully or partially supported by Windows, Mac, and Linux. With a Popularity Rating of "Low", these files are not very common to your average computer user.

Interested to learn more about the PBO File Extension? We encourage you to view the detailed file information below to learn about the software that opens PBO files, and other troubleshooting tips.

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Kinds of PBO Files

  2 known file types use this extension

Dominant PBO File Type

.PBO
File ID:.pbo
Group:Packed Bohemia Object

A number of Bohemia Interactive games use this type of data file. The file may consist of add-ons, data or campaigns. It's stored as a pack that comprises of several files.

Created by: Bohemia Interactive
Kind:Game Files
Subkey: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.pbo

Software Programs That Open The Packed Bohemia Object:


ArmA: Armed Assault by Bohemia Interactive

Windows

ArmA 2 by Bohemia Interactive

Windows

ARMA 3 by Bohemia Interactive

Windows
Mac
Linux

ArmA Tools by Bohemia Interactive

Windows

Other PBO Descriptions

.PBO
File ID:.pbo
Group:Microsoft Profiler Binary Output

Output file saved in binary format generated by Microsoft Profiler, an analysis tool used to examine the runtime behavior of programs.

Created by: Microsoft Corporation
Kind:Developer Files

Software Programs That Open Microsoft Profiler Binary Output Files:


Microsoft Visual Studio by Microsoft Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows

Microsoft Windows by Microsoft Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows

Microsoft Visual C++ by Microsoft Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows

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PBO Demand


OS Popularity

7 (45.73%)
10 (44.56%)
8.1 (5.41%)
XP (2.79%)
8 (0.97%)


PBO File Complications


Common Problems Opening PBO Files

ArmA: Armed Assault Isn't There

When you double-click your PBO file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". If so, it typically means that you don't have ArmA: Armed Assault installed for %%os%%. The typical path of opening your PBO with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.


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


ArmA: Armed Assault is Out-of-Date

Your Packed Bohemia Object file is incompatible with ArmA: Armed Assault because you might have the wrong version installed. Installing the latest version of ArmA: Armed Assault from Bohemia Interactive is recommended. The primary cause of this problem is that your Packed Bohemia Object file was created by a different (newer) version of ArmA: Armed Assault than what's installed.


Tip: Right-clicking on your PBO, then clicking "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), can provide clues about your file version.


Conclusion: The majority of PBO file opening issues are due to not having the correct ArmA: Armed Assault version installed.


More Causes of Problems Opening PBOs

Even with the correct version of ArmA: Armed Assault installed, you can still experience difficulties opening PBOs. There can be other issues - unrelated to software - preventing you from opening PBO files. Other contributing causes:

  • PBO file references in the Windows Registry are broken
  • Unintentional removal of the description of the PBO file inside the Windows Registry
  • Corrupt install of ArmA: Armed Assault or other PBO-related program
  • PBO file corruption
  • Your PBO is infected with malware
  • Hardware related to PBOs has device driver corruption
  • Your PC doesn’t have enough available resources to open the Packed Bohemia Object file

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