Convert BNK to MPEG

Understanding BNK and MPEG file formats

BNK files are typically audio bank files used in video games, especially those developed with Wwise (Audiokinetic's audio middleware). These files store collections of audio assets, such as sound effects or music, in a proprietary format. They are not standard audio or video files and require extraction before use.

MPEG files refer to a family of video file formats standardized by the Moving Picture Experts Group. The most common MPEG formats are .mpg or .mpeg, which contain compressed video and audio streams suitable for playback on a wide range of devices.

How to convert BNK to MPEG

Direct conversion from BNK to MPEG is not straightforward, as BNK files do not contain video data. The process involves two main steps:

1. Extract audio from the BNK file using a specialized tool.
2. Create an MPEG video by combining the extracted audio with a video track (such as a static image or slideshow).

Step 1: Extract audio from BNK

Use Ravioli Game Tools or ww2ogg (for Wwise BNK files) to extract audio files (usually in .ogg or .wav format):

• Download and install Ravioli Game Tools or ww2ogg.
• Open the BNK file and extract the audio assets.

Step 2: Convert audio to MPEG video

Once you have the audio file, use a video editor like Shotcut or FFmpeg to create an MPEG video:

• Open Shotcut or use FFmpeg command line.
• Import the extracted audio file.
• Add a static image or video as the visual track.
• Export the project as an MPEG file using File → Export → MPEG or the appropriate FFmpeg command.

Recommended software for BNK to MPEG conversion

• Ravioli Game Tools – for extracting audio from BNK files.
• ww2ogg – for Wwise BNK audio extraction.
• Shotcut – free video editor for combining audio and images into MPEG.
• FFmpeg – powerful command-line tool for audio/video conversion.

Summary

While there is no direct BNK to MPEG converter, you can extract audio from BNK files and use video editing software to create an MPEG video. Ravioli Game Tools and Shotcut are recommended for this workflow.