The file (and its variants like fg-selective-videos.bin ) is a data component typically found in FitGirl Repacks , which are highly compressed versions of PC games. These files allow users to customize their download size by choosing whether or not to include specific non-essential video content. Purpose and Functionality
: The primary goal is to reduce the overall download and installation size. If you have a slow internet connection or limited disk space, you can choose to skip these files.
: Place the .bin file in the same folder as the setup.exe before starting the installation. fg-optional-videos.bin
: Always check the specific game description on the official FitGirl site to see which "optional" or "selective" files are truly skip-able for that particular title.
: If you skip essential in-game video files without providing an alternative (like the lossy version), the game may crash or show a black screen when a cinematic is supposed to play. How to Use The file (and its variants like fg-selective-videos
: You can use the "Quick SFV" tool included in most repacks to verify that the file is not corrupted before or after installation.
: These files usually contain high-quality cinematic cutscenes, opening movies, or end-game credits. In some cases, there are separate files for "original" quality (large size) and "lossy" or "re-encoded" quality (smaller size). Impact on Gameplay : If you have a slow internet connection or
: Run the setup. The installer will automatically detect the file. You must check the corresponding box in the installer component list to ensure the content is actually installed.