How to open .BMQ files on Windows
To open .BMQ files on Windows, open with Re-Volt if you have the game installed (available on Steam).
Step-by-step instructions
- Open with Re-Volt if you have the game installed (available on Steam).
- Try opening with Microsoft Paint or an image editor that supports BMP-like formats.
Recommended software
- Default Photos app
- Browser preview
- GIMP
Alternative methods
- Open .BMQ in a browser-based viewer if desktop apps fail.
- Try opening .BMQ on Windows with a secondary app to rule out app-specific issues.
- Convert .BMQ only with trusted tools when direct opening is not possible.
Common issues
File won't open
Most image viewers do not natively support the BMQ format.
- Try Microsoft Paint on Windows or Re-Volt if you have the game.
- Use a conversion tool to convert BMQ to PNG or BMP.
Corrupted or unrecognized
The file may be damaged or not a valid BMQ.
- Verify the file came from a Re-Volt installation or backup.
- Try opening with a hex editor to confirm it has BMP-like structure.
Security note
BMQ files from game installations are generally safe.