Convert BIK to BNK

Understanding BIK and BNK file formats

BIK files are video files created using the Bink Video codec, developed by RAD Game Tools. These files are commonly used in video games for cutscenes and in-game videos due to their high compression and fast playback capabilities.

BNK files, on the other hand, are audio bank files typically associated with Wwise (Audiokinetic's audio middleware). BNK files store collections of audio assets, such as sound effects and music, used in games and interactive applications.

Can you convert BIK to BNK?

Direct conversion from BIK (video) to BNK (audio bank) is not standard, as these formats serve different purposes. However, if your goal is to extract audio from a BIK video and then package it into a BNK file, you can follow a two-step process:

1. Extract audio from the BIK file.
2. Convert or import the extracted audio into a BNK file using Wwise.

Step 1: Extract audio from BIK file

Use RAD Video Tools (by RAD Game Tools) to extract audio from a BIK file:

• Download and install RAD Video Tools.
• Open the BIK file in RAD Video Tools.
• Go to File → Convert a File.
• Select Output Type: WAV to extract the audio as a WAV file.

Step 2: Create a BNK file with Wwise

Once you have the audio in WAV format, use Wwise to create a BNK file:

• Download and install Wwise.
• Import the WAV file into your Wwise project.
• Assign the audio to an event or sound object.
• Go to Project → Generate SoundBanks to create the BNK file.

Recommended software for BIK to BNK conversion

• RAD Video Tools – for extracting audio from BIK files.
• Wwise – for creating and managing BNK audio banks.

Summary

While there is no direct BIK to BNK converter, you can extract audio from BIK files using RAD Video Tools and then use Wwise to package the audio into a BNK file. This two-step process is the most reliable method for achieving your goal.