GPF File: What is it?

Reporter:   |   Refreshed: November 26, 2018

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GPF File Summary

The GPF File Extension has three different file types (mostly seen as the Gecko Patch File format) and can be opened with three distinctive software programs, with the dominant related application developed by Open Source (Nintendulator software). Although GPF files are traditionally categorized as Game Files, they can also be GIS Files.

The GPF File Extension can be viewed on the Windows operating system. They are supported on both desktop and mobile devices. These files have a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning they are not very commonly observed on your average hard disk.

Please see the detailed information below to learn more about GPF files and the programs that can open them. In addition, we provide simple troubleshooting information to help you open your GPF file.

Low
Popularity
9363
Standing

/ 11690

Active

State

26

November

2018

Amended

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Types of GPF Files

  3 known file types use this extension

Principal GPF Type

.GPF
File Format:.gpf
Type:Gecko Patch File

The GPF file is a file used by Gecko OS. The GPF file contains data and logic that modify game content. The GPF file is often used by third-party homebrew developers for creating cheat codes; commonly created with hex editor programs. Gecko OS is a program used to load Nintendo Wii games and apply cheat codes.

Company: Open Source
Kind:Game Files
Location: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.gpf

Software Programs That Open The Gecko Patch File:


Nintendulator by Open Source

Windows

Secondary GPF Associations

.GPF
File Format:.gpf
Type:Geosoft Project File

The GPF file is also a GIS project file created by Geosoft software products such as Oasis montaj 6 and later. The GPF file stores all project files and organizes them. The GPF file is used for managing geospatial data from different sources, such as databases, maps, and flat files.

Company: Geosoft
Kind:GIS Files

Software Programs That Open Geosoft Project File Files:


Oasis montaj by Geosoft

Compatible with:

Windows
.GPF
File Format:.gpf
Type:GRAVITY Ragnarok Online Patch File

The GPF file is a patch file used by Ragnarok Online. The GPF file contains game data used to update the software. The GPF file may be downloaded by game clients for automatically applying bug fixes and installing game content expansion packs. Ragnarok Online is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG).

Company: GRAVITY
Kind:Game Files

Software Programs That Open GRAVITY Ragnarok Online Patch File Files:


Ragnarok Online by GRAVITY

Compatible with:

Windows

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GPF Requests


Browser Hierarchy

Chrome (58.80%)
Firefox (11.05%)
Internet Explorer (9.04%)
Edge (8.46%)
Safari (3.87%)


Sources of GPF Problems


Issues Opening GPF Files

Nintendulator Isn't There

When you double-click your GPF file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". If this is the case, it's usually due to the fact that you do not have Nintendulator for %%os%% installed on your computer. Your operating system cannot associate your GPF with Nintendulator, so double-clicking the file won't work.


Tip: Another GPF-related program can be selected to open the file by clicking "Show Apps" and finding the application.


Incorrect Nintendulator Version

In other instances, your Gecko Patch File file version may not be supported by your version of Nintendulator. Installing the latest version of Nintendulator from Open Source is recommended. Your Gecko Patch File file was probably created by a newer release of Nintendulator than what's currently installed your computer.


Tip: If you right-click on your GPF file, then select "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), you can obtain hints about what version you need.


Summary: In either case, the majority of problems opening GPF files are related to not having the correct software application installed on your computer.


Other GPF File Opening Causes

In the majority of cases, installing the right version of Nintendulator will resolve your issue. There can be other issues - unrelated to software - preventing you from opening GPF files. These other problems include (listed in order from most to least common):

  • GPF file references in the Windows Registry are broken
  • Accidental deletion of the description of the GPF file in the Windows registry
  • Corrupt install of Nintendulator or other GPF-related program
  • Something has caused file corruption of your GPF
  • The GPF is infected with a virus
  • Hardware associated with GPF has outdated drivers
  • Insufficient system resources to successfully open Gecko Patch File files

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