Types of Z64 Files

Chief Z64 Description

.Z64

File ID:	.z64
Class:	Japanese Nintendo 64 Game ROM

Game data for Nintendo 64 emulators including Project64; it backs up a copy of the original game cartridge and can be played on computers which support emulation application.

Organization:	Open Source
Function:	Game Files
Folder:	HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.z64

Software Programs That Open The Japanese Nintendo 64 Game ROM:

Project64 by Open Source

Windows

Android

1964 by Open Source

Windows

mupen64plus by Open Source

Windows

Mac

Linux

FreeBSD

UltraHLE by Open Source

Windows

Nemu64 by Open Source

Windows

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Troubleshoot Z64 Files

Frequent Z64 Opening Issues

Project64 Removed

You attempt to load your Z64 file and get an error such as "%%os%% Can't Open The Z64 File Extension". When this happens, it is commonly due to Project64 missing in %%os%%. The typical path of opening your Z64 with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.

Tip: If you don't have Project64 installed, and you know of another program to open your Z64 file, you can try opening it by selecting from the programs listed under "Show Apps".

Outdated Project64

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Project64 installed that's incompatible with your Japanese Nintendo 64 Game ROM type. If you've got the wrong version of Project64 installed, you'll need to install the correct version. Your Japanese Nintendo 64 Game ROM file was probably created by a newer release of Project64 than what's currently installed your computer.

Tip: Right-clicking on your Z64, then clicking "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), can provide clues about your file version.

Primarily, problems experienced when opening Z64 files are due to having the incorrect version of Project64 installed on your computer.

More Causes of Problems Opening Z64s

Even with the correct version of Project64 installed, you can still experience difficulties opening Z64s. If you are continuing to have errors with loading Z64 files, other external issues might be to blame. These issues include:

• Invalid Z64 file references in the Windows Registry (the "phonebook" of the Windows Operating System)
• The Z64 file description within the Windows Registry was removed
• Corrupt install of Project64 or other Z64-related program
• Your Z64 can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
• Your Z64 is infected with malware
• Device drivers for Z64-related hardware are out-of-date
• Too many applications are open on your PC to load your Japanese Nintendo 64 Game ROM file successfully