File Extension Library


.GLM File Extension

  • Developer by: Raven Software
  • Category: 3D Image Files

What are .GLM files and how to open them?

Can't open .GLM 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 .GLM file.

What is a .GLM file extension?

.GLM file extension is created by Raven Software. .GLM has been classified as 3D Image Files.

.GLM is Ghoul 2 Model File

Model file used by games such as Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy; compiled from a .XSI file; contains model data for light sabers and players referenced by game files such as the .SAB file; used by with the .GLA file to animate characters.

The Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy game is based on the Quake 3 engine and Raven Software's Ghoul 2 animation.

The GLM models for sabers are contained in following path of the Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy directory:
models/weapons2/saber_[character name]/

NOTE: For 3D animation programs like Blender, you will need a Ghoul 2 Importer and Exporter add-on for the GLM file.

Common GLM Filenames

saber_w.glm - The filename of the GLM file used to model the lightsaber of a specific character.

List of all softwares that can open the Ghoul 2 Model File
Windows
Blender
CADSoftTools ABViewer
Raven Software Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy
Mac
Blender
Raven Software Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy
Linux
Blender

How to fix problems with .GLM files

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