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.MX2 File Extension

A .MX2 file is a Heroes of Might and Magic II Expansion Map File, created by New World Computing.

Open with Heroes2 Engine. Available for Linux and Windows.

What is a .MX2 file?

The .MX2 file extension refers to a type of game map file specifically used by the video game "Heroes of Might and Magic II," particularly when it is paired with the "The Price of Loyalty" expansion pack. This file contains important map data that helps to create the game's environment. It includes details about different terrains such as swamps, grasslands, icy areas, mountains, and forests, which are all represented by various tiles in the game.

To open or modify an .MX2 file, you can use the Heroes2 Engine or Ubisoft's Heroes of Might and Magic II game, particularly the map editor feature within these programs. This map editor allows players or developers to create or change maps, enhancing the gameplay experience or creating new challenges.

It's important to note that .MX2 files are also compatible with "Heroes of Might and Magic II Gold." This version of the game includes both the original game and the expansion pack, allowing the use of .MX2 files across both game versions. These files are similar to .MP2 files, which are used by the standard version of Heroes of Might and Magic II, but .MX2 files are specifically designed to work with the additional content provided in the expansion pack.

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