Windows
Compatible applications
Quick Facts
Basic information about this file format
Extension
.BGDM
File Type
Beat Saber Game Data Manager File
Category
Data
Best first step
Use compatible software
Quick Summary
A practical overview of the .bgdm file format
The BGDM file format (Beat Saber Game Data Manager) is a specialized data file primarily utilized within the modding community for the virtual reality rhythm game, Beat Saber. These files typically contain configuration settings, metadata, or specific game data related to installed mods, custom son…
File extension
.BGDM
File type
Beat Saber Game Data Manager File
Category
Data
Recommended action
Open with a trusted compatible app
How to open a .bgdm file
Start with a trusted app that supports this format
- Check the file extension carefully and confirm that the file name really ends with .bgdm.
- Use software that supports this file type. If one app does not work, try another compatible program for the same platform.
- Update the application if the file was created by a newer version of the software.
- Scan files from unknown sources before opening them, especially documents, archives, scripts, installers, and executable files.
What is a .bgdm file?
File extension details and usage information
The BGDM file format (Beat Saber Game Data Manager) is a specialized data file primarily utilized within the modding community for the virtual reality rhythm game, Beat Saber. These files typically contain configuration settings, metadata, or specific game data related to installed mods, custom songs, or the overall modding environment managed by tools like the Beat Saber Mod Assistant (BSMA) or related frameworks (such as BSIPA). Since Beat Saber is highly customizable, these files ensure that mod configurations persist across game updates and installations. They are generally structured data files, often containing serialized information (like JSON or binary structures) that the mod loaders or managers read upon game startup. Users rarely interact directly with these files; they are managed automatically by the modding software to maintain the integrity and functionality of custom content within the game environment. They are essential for ensuring that custom features, such as score tracking, custom sabers, or advanced UI elements, load correctly.
Software Compatibility
Programs that may open or work with .bgdm files
macOS
Compatible applications
Linux
Compatible applications
Mobile
Mobile applications
No specific software is listed for this platform yet. Try checking the file source, identifying the original application, or using a trusted universal file viewer when appropriate.
Can .bgdm files be converted?
Options for saving or exporting this file to another format
In many cases, a .bgdm file can be converted by opening it in compatible software and using an option such as Save As, Export, or Convert. The available output formats depend on the file type and the application used.
- Use the original software that created the file when possible.
- Check whether the application supports exporting to common formats.
- Be careful with online converters when working with private, business, or sensitive files.
- If conversion fails, the file may be corrupted, incomplete, encrypted, or not actually a .bgdm file.
Why can't I open a .bgdm file?
Common reasons this file type may not open correctly
Wrong software
The file may require a specific program that supports the .bgdm format.
Incorrect extension
The file extension may have been renamed manually, even though the actual file format is different.
Corrupted file
The file may be incomplete, damaged during download, or transferred incorrectly.
Outdated app
Your software may need to be updated before it can open newer versions of this file format.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about .bgdm files
To open a .bgdm file, use software that supports this file format.
- Beat Saber (via Mod Assistant/BSIPA)
- Notepad++
- Microsoft Visual Studio Code
- TextEdit
- Vim/Nano
Open the file in compatible software and look for options such as Save As, Export, or Convert. If no export option is available, the file may require a specialized converter or the original application that created it.
- Verify that the file extension is correct.
- Install or update compatible software.
- Try another application that supports this format.
- Check whether the file is corrupted, incomplete, or encrypted.
A file extension alone does not guarantee whether a file is safe or unsafe. Only open files from trusted sources, scan unknown files before opening them, and be especially careful with executable, script, archive, and document files.
File safety tips
Use caution with unknown files
Only open files from trusted sources. Before opening a .bgdm file, scan it with antivirus software, verify that the file extension is expected, and avoid running unknown executable, installer, macro-enabled document, or script files.