File Extension Library


.SARC File Extension

  • Developer by: Nintendo
  • Category: Game Files

What are .SARC files and how to open them?

Can't open .SARC 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 .SARC file.

What is a .SARC file extension?

.SARC file extension is created by Nintendo. .SARC has been classified as Game Files.

.SARC is Sead ARChived Resource File

A SARC file is an archive saved in the Sead ARChived (SARC) Resource format used by various Nintendo 3DS, Wii U, and Switch games. It stores game data resource files, such as image, texture, level, and object files. SARC files are often modified by the homebrew and modding communities to alter gameplay.

SARC files are similar to .U8 archives, which are often modified by Mario Kart modders. The archives may also be saved as .ARC files. You can extract game data files from SARC archives using SARC Tool or SARCTools.

NOTE: SARC stands for Sead (Hashed) ARChived Resource.

List of all softwares that can open the Sead ARChived Resource File
Windows
SARC Tool
SARCTools

How to fix problems with .SARC files

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