How to Make, Edit, and Extract CPK Files with Cri Packed File Maker
What is Cri Packed File Maker?
Cri Packed File Maker is a tool that allows you to create, edit, extract, optimize, and test CPK files. CPK files are archive files that are used by CRIWARE, a middleware platform for game development. CRIWARE provides various features and functions for game developers, such as audio, video, graphics, animation, and data management. CPK files are used to store and compress game data, such as textures, models, sounds, scripts, and more.
Cri Packed File Maker
Cri Packed File Maker is part of the CRI File System Tools package, which also includes other applications such as CPK File Builder, Console version CRI Packed File Maker (Expert User Only), and Excel CPK file creation tool MakeCpk. These tools have different interfaces and capabilities, but they all work with CPK files. You can use them to create your own CPK files from scratch or from existing files, or to modify or update existing CPK files. You can also use them to unpack or decompress CPK files, or to optimize them for better performance and quality.
Cri Packed File Maker is especially useful for game modders, who want to customize or enhance their favorite games that use CPK files. For example, you can use Cri Packed File Maker to change the graphics, sounds, or gameplay of games like Pro Evolution Soccer (PES), Persona 5, Dragon Ball Z Kakarot, Tales of Berseria, and more. You can also use it to create your own mods or share them with other modders.
Why do you need Cri Packed File Maker?
There are many reasons why you might need Cri Packed File Maker. Here are some of them:
You want to create your own games that use CRIWARE and CPK files.
You want to mod existing games that use CRIWARE and CPK files.
You want to learn more about how CRIWARE and CPK files work.
You want to optimize your games or mods for better performance and quality.
You want to extract or decompress CPK files to access their contents.
You want to test or verify your CPK files for errors or compatibility.
Cri Packed File Maker is a versatile and powerful tool that can help you with all these tasks and more. It is easy to use, fast, and reliable. It supports various formats and platforms, such as PC, PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Switch, Android, iOS, and more. It also has a user-friendly interface that allows you to drag and drop files, browse folders, and customize settings. You can also use command-line options for more advanced functions.
How to download and install Cri Packed File Maker?
To download and install Cri Packed File Maker, you need to follow these steps:
Go to the official website of CRIWARE at https://www.criware.com/en/ .
Click on the "Download" tab at the top of the page.
Scroll down to the section "CRI File System Tools" and click on the "Download" button.
You will be redirected to a registration page where you need to fill in your name, email address, company name, and country. You also need to agree to the terms and conditions of use.
After you submit the registration form, you will receive an email with a link to download the CRI File System Tools package.
Click on the link and save the ZIP file to your computer.
Extract the ZIP file to a folder of your choice.
In the extracted folder, you will find several subfolders and files. The one you need is "CriPakTools". Open it and you will see the executable file "CriPackedFileMaker.exe". This is the Cri Packed File Maker tool.
You can run the tool by double-clicking on it, or by creating a shortcut on your desktop or start menu.
You have successfully downloaded and installed Cri Packed File Maker on your computer.
How to use Cri Packed File Maker?
Cri Packed File Maker is a simple and intuitive tool that allows you to create, edit, extract, optimize, and test CPK files. Here are some of the basic functions and commands of the tool:
Create a new CPK file
To create a new CPK file from scratch or from existing files, you need to do the following:
Run the tool by double-clicking on "CriPackedFileMaker.exe".
A window will open with two panels: one for the source files and one for the destination CPK file.
To add source files, you can either drag and drop them from your computer to the left panel, or click on the "Add" button at the bottom of the panel and browse for the files you want to add. You can add multiple files or folders at once.
To remove source files, you can either select them and press the "Delete" key on your keyboard, or right-click on them and choose "Remove" from the menu.
To change the order of source files, you can either drag and drop them within the left panel, or right-click on them and choose "Move Up" or "Move Down" from the menu.
To edit the properties of source files, such as their name, ID, alignment, compression level, encryption type, etc., you can either double-click on them or right-click on them and choose "Edit" from the menu. A dialog box will open where you can modify the settings as you wish.
To save your source files as a list for future use, you can click on the "Save List" button at the bottom of the left panel and choose a location and name for your list file. You can also load a previously saved list by clicking on the "Load List" button and browsing for your list file.
To create a CPK file from your source files, you need to specify a name and location for your CPK file in the right panel. You can either type them manually in the text boxes, or click on the "Browse" button and choose a location and name for your CPK file. You can also use the default name and location by clicking on the "Default" button.
To edit the properties of your CPK file, such as its version, alignment, encryption type, etc., you can click on the "Edit" button at the bottom of the right panel. A dialog box will open where you can modify the settings as you wish.
To create your CPK file, you can click on the "Create" button at the bottom of the right panel. A progress bar will show you the status of the creation process. You can also cancel the process by clicking on the "Cancel" button.
When the creation process is finished, you will see a message saying "CPK file created successfully". You can also check the details of your CPK file by clicking on the "Info" button at the bottom of the right panel. A dialog box will open where you can see the size, number of files, compression ratio, and other information about your CPK file.
You have successfully created a CPK file with Cri Packed File Maker.
Edit an existing CPK file
To edit an existing CPK file, you need to do the following:
Run the tool by double-clicking on "CriPackedFileMaker.exe".
A window will open with two panels: one for the source files and one for the destination CPK file.
To load an existing CPK file, you can either drag and drop it from your computer to the right panel, or click on the "Browse" button and browse for your CPK file. You can also use the default location by clicking on the "Default" button.
When you load a CPK file, its contents will be displayed in the left panel. You can see the name, ID, size, alignment, compression level, encryption type, and other properties of each file in the CPK file.
To edit an existing CPK file, you can use the same functions and commands as when creating a new CPK file. You can add, remove, reorder, or edit source files in the left panel. You can also save or load a list of source files. You can change the name or location of your CPK file in the right panel. You can also edit the properties of your CPK file.
To save your changes to your CPK file, you can click on the "Update" button at the bottom of the right panel. A progress bar will show you the status of the update process. You can also cancel the process by clicking on the "Cancel" button.
When the update process is finished, you will see a message saying "CPK file updated successfully". You can also check the details of your CPK file by clicking on the "Info" button at the bottom of the right panel.
You have successfully edited a CPK file with Cri Packed File Maker.
Extract an existing CPK file
To extract or decompress an existing CPK file, you need to do the following:
Run the tool by double-clicking on "CriPackedFileMaker.exe".
A window will open with two panels: one for the source files and one for the destination CPK file.
To load an existing CPK file, you can either drag and drop it from your computer to the right panel, or click on the "Browse" button and browse for your CPK file. You can also use the default location by clicking on the "Default" button.
When you load a CPK file, its contents will be displayed in the left panel. You can see the name, ID, size, alignment, compression level, encryption type, and other properties of each file in the CPK file.
To extract or decompress a CPK file, you need to specify a name and location for your output folder in the left panel. You can either type them manually in the text boxes, or click on the "Browse" button and choose a location and name for your output folder. You can also use the default name and location by clicking on the "Default" button.
To extract or decompress your CPK file, you can click on the "Extract" button at the bottom of the left panel. A progress bar will show you the status of the extraction process. You can also cancel the process by clicking on the "Cancel" button.
When the extraction process is finished, you will see a message saying "CPK file extracted successfully". You can also check the details of your output folder by clicking on the "Info" button at the bottom of the left panel.
You have successfully extracted or decompressed a CPK file with Cri Packed File Maker.
How to optimize a CPK file with Cri Packed File Maker?
To optimize a CPK file with Cri Packed File Maker, you need to do the following:
Run the tool by double-clicking on "CriPackedFileMaker.exe".
A window will open with two panels: one for the source files and one for the destination CPK file.
To load an existing CPK file, you can either drag and drop it from your computer to the right panel, or click on the "Browse" button and browse for your CPK file. You can also use the default location by clicking on the "Default" button.
When you load a CPK file, its contents will be displayed in the left panel. You can see the name, ID, size, alignment, compression level, encryption type, and other properties of each file in the CPK file.
To optimize a CPK file, you need to edit its properties in the right panel. You can click on the "Edit" button at the bottom of the right panel and a dialog box will open where you can modify the settings as you wish.
Some of the settings that can help you optimize your CPK file are:
Version: You can choose between different versions of CPK files, such as 1.0, 2.0, or 3.0. The higher the version, the more features and functions are supported by the CPK file.
Alignment: You can choose between different alignment sizes for your CPK file, such as 2048 bytes, 4096 bytes, or 8192 bytes. The smaller the alignment size, the more space is saved by the CPK file.
Compression Level: You can choose between different compression levels for your CPK file, such as None, Fastest, Fast, Normal, High, or Ultra. The higher the compression level, the smaller the size of the CPK file, but the longer the compression time.
Encryption Type: You can choose between different encryption types for your CPK file, such as None, AES128, or AES256. The higher the encryption type, the more secure the CPK file, but the slower the decryption time.
To save your changes to your CPK file, you can click on the "Update" button at the bottom of the right panel. A progress bar will show you the status of the update process. You can also cancel the process by clicking on the "Cancel" button.
When the update process is finished, you will see a message saying "CPK file updated successfully". You can also check the details of your CPK file by clicking on the "Info" button at the bottom of the right panel.
You have successfully optimized a CPK file with Cri Packed File Maker.
How to create a table with Cri Packed File Maker?
To create a table with Cri Packed File Maker, you need to do the following:
Run the tool by double-clicking on "CriPackedFileMaker.exe".
A window will open with two panels: one for the source files and one for the destination CPK file.
To add source files, you can either drag and drop them from your computer to the left panel, or click on the "Add" button at the bottom of the panel and browse for the files you want to add. You can add multiple files or folders at once.
To create a table from your source files, you need to select them and right-click on them. A menu will appear where you can choose "Create Table". A dialog box will open where you can enter a name for your table and choose a format for it. You can choose between CSV (comma-separated values), TSV (tab-separated values), or TXT (plain text) formats. You can also choose whether to include a header row or not.
To save your table, you need to specify a name and location for your output file in the right panel. You can either type them manually in the text boxes, or click on the "Browse" button and choose a location and name for your output file. You can also use the default name and location by clicking on the "Default" button.
To create your table, you can click on the "Create" button at the bottom of the right panel. A progress bar will show you the status of the creation process. You can also cancel the process by clicking on the "Cancel" button.
When the creation process is finished, you will see a message saying "Table file created successfully". You can also check the details of your table file by clicking on the "Info" button at the bottom of the right panel.
You have successfully created a table with Cri Packed File Maker.
What are some examples of games that use CPK files?
CPK files are widely used by many games that use CRIWARE as their middleware platform. Here are some examples of popular games that utilize CPK files for their data:
Pro Evolution Soccer (PES): A series of soccer simulation games developed and published by Konami. CPK files are used to store various game data, such as graphics, sounds, animations, and more. Modders can use Cri Packed File Maker to create or edit CPK files for PES games, such as changing the kits, logos, stadiums, players, or gameplay.
Persona 5: A role-playing game developed and published by Atlus. CPK files are used to store various game data, such as graphics, sounds, scripts, and more. Modders can use Cri Packed File Maker to create or edit CPK files for Persona 5, such as changing the costumes, music, dialogues, or events.
Dragon Ball Z Kakarot: An action role-playing game developed by CyberConnect2 and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. CPK files are used to store various game data, such as graphics, sounds, animations, and more. Modders can use Cri Packed File Maker to create or edit CPK files for Dragon Ball Z Kakarot, such as changing the characters, skills, transformations, or scenarios.
Tales of Berseria: A role-playing game developed and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. CPK files are used to store various game data, such as graphics, sounds, scripts, and more. Modders can use Cri Packed File Maker to create or edit CPK files for Tales of Berseria, such as changing the outfits, weapons, items, or quests.
And many more!
How to mod games that use CPK files with Cri Packed File Maker?
To mod games that use CPK files with Cri Packed File Maker, you need to do the following:
Find out which CPK files are used by the game you want to mod. You can usually find them in the game's installation folder or in its subfolders. For example, for Persona 5, you can find the CPK files in the folder "data".
Backup the original CPK files before you modify them. You can copy them to another folder or rename them with a different extension. This way, you can restore them if something goes wrong or if you want to play the original game again.
Load the CPK file you want to mod with Cri Packed File Maker. You can either drag and drop it from your computer to the right panel, or click on the "Browse" button and browse for your CPK file. You can also use the default location by clicking on the "Default" button.
When you load a CPK file, its contents will be displayed in the left panel. You can see the name, ID, size, alignment, compression level, encryption type, and other properties of each file in the CPK file.
Extract or decompress the CPK file to access its contents. You can follow the steps in the previous section on how to extract a CPK file with Cri Packed File Maker.
Edit or replace the files you want to mod with your own files. You can use any tools or programs you prefer to edit or create your own files, such as Photoshop, Audacity, Notepad++, etc. Make sure that your files have the same name, format, and properties as the original files.
Create a new CPK file with your modified files. You can follow the steps in the previous section on how to create a CPK file with Cri Packed File Maker.
Replace the original CPK file with your new CPK file in the game's folder. Make sure that your new CPK file has the same name and location as the original CPK file.
Run the game and enjoy your mod!
How to troubleshoot common issues with CPK files and Cri Packed File Maker?
Sometimes, you might encounter some issues or problems with CPK files and Cri Packed File Maker. Here are some of the common issues and how to troubleshoot them:
The game does not recognize or load my modded CPK file
If the game does not recognize or load your modded CPK file, you might have done one of the following:
You did not backup or replace the original CPK file correctly.
You did not edit or create your modded files correctly.
You did not create or update your modded CPK file correctly.
You did not use the correct version, alignment, compression level, or encryption type for your modded CPK file.
To fix this issue, you need to do the following:
Check if you have backed up or replaced the original CPK file correctly. Make sure that your modded CPK file has the same name and location as the original CPK file.
Check if you have edited or created your modded files correctly. Make sure that your modded files have the same name, format, and properties as the original files.
Check if you have created or updated your modded CPK file correctly. Make sure that you have added all the necessary files and settings to your modded CPK file.
Check if you have used the correct version, alignment, compression level, or encryption type for your modded CPK file. Make sure that you have matched them with the original CPK file or the game's requirements.
If you have done all these steps and the issue persists, you might need to contact the game's developer or publisher fo