File Extension Library


.W3N File Extension

  • Developer by: Blizzard Entertainment
  • Category: Game Files
  • Format: Binary

What are .W3N files and how to open them?

Can't open .W3N 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 .W3N file.

What is a .W3N file extension?

.W3N file extension is created by Blizzard Entertainment. .W3N has been classified as Game Files. The format of .W3N file is Binary.

.W3N is Warcraft 3 Expansion Campaign Map File

A W3N file is used by Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne, an expansion to Warcraft III. It contains campaign maps, which consist of a series of missions and is used for creating custom campaigns. W3N files may be created using the Campaign Editor component of the Warcraft III World Editor but may only be used by The Frozen Throne expansion pack.

To install W3N campaign maps place them in the "Campaigns" folder not the "maps" folder. Then select "Custom Campaign" from the single player main menu to play the missions. Some examples of campaign maps include Day of the Dragon, Lord of the Clans, and The Last Guardian.

List of all softwares that can open the Warcraft 3 Expansion Campaign Map File
Windows
Blizzard Warcraft 3: The Frozen Throne
Blizzard Warcraft 3 World Editor
Mac
Blizzard Warcraft 3: The Frozen Throne
Blizzard Warcraft 3 World Editor

How to fix problems with .W3N files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .W3N files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .W3N file format
  2. You need to check the .W3N file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)