SV3 File Extension

What is SV3 file?

Full format name of files that use SV3 extension is RollerCoaster Tycoon Saved Game Format. Files with SV3 extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with SV3 extension are categorized as Game Files files. The Game Files subset comprises 1509 various file formats. The most popular software that supports SV3 files is Roller Coaster Tycoon. Roller Coaster Tycoon software was developed by Chris Sawyer, and on its official website you may find more information about SV3 files or the Roller Coaster Tycoon software program.

Programs which support SV3 file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support SV3 files. Files with SV3 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: 09/18/2020

How to open file with SV3 extension?

Problems with accessing SV3 may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with SV3 files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with SV3 files.

Step 1. Download and install Roller Coaster Tycoon

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening SV3 files is that no program that can handle SV3 files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Roller Coaster Tycoon and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Roller Coaster Tycoon installed is by going to developer’s website (Chris Sawyer) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Roller Coaster Tycoon and update if needed

If the problems with opening SV3 files still occur even after installing Roller Coaster Tycoon, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Roller Coaster Tycoon is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Roller Coaster Tycoon cannot handle files with SV3 may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Roller Coaster Tycoon.

Step 3. Set the default application to open SV3 files to Roller Coaster Tycoon

If you have the latest version of Roller Coaster Tycoon installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage SV3 on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the SV3 file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Roller Coaster Tycoon is installed, check the Always use this app to open SV3 files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with SV3 extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Roller Coaster Tycoon and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with SV3 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the SV3 file is complete and free of errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper SV3 file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the SV3 file for viruses or malware

If the SV3 is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the SV3 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the SV3 file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic SV3 file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. It could happen the the download process of file with SV3 extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the RollerCoaster Tycoon Saved Game Format file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Roller Coaster Tycoon

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with SV3 extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with RollerCoaster Tycoon Saved Game Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with SV3 files affecting older versions of given software.

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