NIFCACHE File Extension

What is NIFCACHE file?

Full format name of files that use NIFCACHE extension is Gamebryo Data Format. Files with NIFCACHE extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. NIFCACHE file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The software recommended for managing NIFCACHE files is GameBryo LightSpeed. GameBryo LightSpeed software was developed by Emergent Game Technologies, and on its official website you may find more information about NIFCACHE files or the GameBryo LightSpeed software program.

Programs which support NIFCACHE file extension

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

Updated: 04/09/2020

How to open file with NIFCACHE extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening NIFCACHE files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Gamebryo Data Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install GameBryo LightSpeed

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening NIFCACHE files is that no program that can handle NIFCACHE files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download GameBryo LightSpeed and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading GameBryo LightSpeed installed is by going to developer’s website (Emergent Game Technologies) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of GameBryo LightSpeed and update if needed

If you already have GameBryo LightSpeed installed on your systems and NIFCACHE 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. If you have an older version of GameBryo LightSpeed installed, it may not support NIFCACHE format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using GameBryo LightSpeed.

Step 3. Assign GameBryo LightSpeed to NIFCACHE files

If you have the latest version of GameBryo LightSpeed installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage NIFCACHE on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the NIFCACHE with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where GameBryo LightSpeed is installed, check the Always use this app to open NIFCACHE files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the NIFCACHE file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with NIFCACHE extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the NIFCACHE for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the NIFCACHE file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The NIFCACHE may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the NIFCACHE is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. NIFCACHE file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with NIFCACHE extension is complete and error-free

If you obtained the problematic NIFCACHE file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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 NIFCACHE 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

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle GameBryo LightSpeed

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support NIFCACHE files. Close all running programs and try opening the NIFCACHE file.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Gamebryo Data Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with NIFCACHE files affecting older versions of given software.

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