GSX File Extension

Sega Genesis Emulator Saved State Format
- File Type gsx
- Popularity
- Application Gens
- Category Emulator Files
- Format Binary
What is a GSX file?
The GSX extension is related to Sega Genesis Emulator Saved State Format and is classified in the Emulator Files category, which contains 117 files.
GSX file support extends to various operating systems, including Windows. There are 2 programs available to open a GSX file, including popular tools like Gens and Kega Fusion.
How to open a GSX file?
If you are having trouble opening a GSX file, it usually means the right software is not installed. Choose a program from the list that matches your operating system. Next, visit the official website of the developer, download the software, and install it on your device.
Thanks to their popularity, Gens and Kega Fusion are often the go-to programs for managing GSX files. If you want the most recent release of Gens, head over to the site and download the version designed to run on all platforms.
After completing the installation, GSX files should be recognized by the system and linked to Gens.
Set Gens as your default GSX viewer
Set default app to open files on Mac
- Right-click or Control + left-click on the desired GSX file to open a menu of available actions;
- Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
- In the lower section of the window, you’ll find the "Enable" menu, with "Recommended Programs" pre-selected as the default option;
- Select "All Programs" in this menu, and then search for Gens. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make sure it’s the default option.
Change a default app in Windows
- To get started, right-click your GSX file, then choose "Open With" and select "Choose Another Application" from the context menu;
- From the list of applications in the pop-up window, find and select Gens as your desired application;
- Check the "Always use this app" checkbox, and then click "OK" to set your chosen app as the default for opening GSX files.
Solving Common GSX File Challenges
While GSX files can sometimes present difficulties, most problems can be resolved quickly with minor software modifications. Check the tips below to help solve them.
What Causes Gens to Crash Frequently?
Insufficient software updates are a likely cause of Gens crashes. Be sure to install the latest updates for developer products.
A simple restart of your computer can often fix many common problems, which is why it is the recommended first step before making any adjustments to your software settings.
How can I restore a damaged GSX file?
Start a data recovery program and open the damaged GSX file. Then, choose the "Repair" option from the menu. Allow the recovery process to complete, which will automatically repair the damaged emulator files.
How can I determine if my GSX file is damaged?
Characteristics of corrupted GSX emulator files can include:
- Gens or other programs stop responding or crash when trying to handle the file;
- Error notifications appear during file manipulation;
- When opening the file, errors occur or the inability to access its contents;
- Unexplained GSX file size inflation;



