HPK File Extension

What is HPK file?

Full format name of files that use HPK extension is Tropico Game Archive. PopTop Software defined the Tropico Game Archive format standard. HPK files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. HPK file belongs to the Game Files category just like 1509 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use Tropico software for managing HPK files, although 5 other programs can also handle this type of file.

Programs which support HPK file extension

The following listing features HPK-compatible programs. Files with HPK suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with HPK extension?

Being unable to open files with HPK extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with HPK files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install Tropico software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening HPK files is that no program that can handle HPK files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Tropico or different compatible program, such as HPK Archiver, HPK Extractor, Tropico 3. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Tropico installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Tropico and update if needed

If you already have Tropico installed on your systems and HPK files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Tropico cannot handle files with HPK may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of Tropico should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Tropico Game Archive files with Tropico

If you have the latest version of Tropico installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage HPK on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the HPK file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Tropico is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open HPK files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with HPK extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with HPK extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the HPK for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the HPK file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the HPK file for viruses or malware

If the HPK is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the HPK file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the HPK file’s structure is intact

If the HPK file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with HPK extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Tropico

If the systems has insufficient resources to open HPK files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Tropico Game Archive files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle HPK files.

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