File Extension Library


.CISO File Extension

  • Category: Disk Image Files
  • Format: Binary

What are .CISO files and how to open them?

Can't open .CISO file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .CISO file.

What is a .CISO file extension?

.CISO file extension has been classified as Disk Image Files. The format of .CISO file is Binary

.CISO is Compact ISO File

CD or DVD disc image image container format designed for efficient storage and distribution of CD/DVD images; contains an exact duplicate of data from the original disc, without unnecessary "junk data."

CISO files are commonly used to store Wii games. The CISO file is the same as an .ISO file except it is compact, which means it removes all the "junk data" used to pad Wii games to make them appear as full discs. The CISO format features password based encryption and digital signing for software distribution.

List of all softwares that can open the Compact ISO File
Windows
Wii Backup Manager

How to fix problems with .CISO files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .CISO files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .CISO file format
  2. You need to check the .CISO file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)