World Map toolset
A small tool set, including batch files, can convert the BDT/BHD files of the Elden Ring world map to PNG format, and supports semi-automatic conversion back to BDT/BHD format, making the operation relatively convenient. Implemented with the help of Yabber and texconv tools.
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About this mod Machine translation
A small tool set, including batch files, can convert the BDT/BHD files of the Elden Ring world map to PNG format, and supports semi-automatic conversion back to BDT/BHD format, making the operation relatively convenient. Implemented with the help of Yabber and texconv tools.
Elden Ring - World Map Toolset
🛠️ Tool Introduction
A small tool set specially designed for converting world map files of "Elden's Circle"! Contains three batch files and supporting text files, which can semi-automatically convert the world map files in the game between BDT/BHD format and PNG format.
🔄 Conversion process
- **Step 1**: BDT/BHD → DCX
- **Step 2**: DCX → DDS
- **Step 3**: DDS → PNG (editable stage)
- **Step 4**: PNG → DDS
- **Step 5**: DDS → DCX
- **Step 6**: DCX → Available BDT/BHD
📁 File structure
The toolkit contains the following folders and files:
**Folder:**
- `_dependencies` - dependency files
- `2_convert_BDT2DCX` - BDT to DCX
- `3_convert_DCX2DDS` - DCX to DDS
- `4_convert_DDS2PNG` - DDS to PNG
- `5_modify_PNG` - PNG modification
- `6_convert_PNG2DDS` - PNG to DDS
- `7_convert_DDS2DCX` - DDS to DCX
- `8_convert_DCX2BDT` - DCX to BDT
- `9_DONE` - complete file
**Main batch file:**
- `2-5_convert_BDT_to_PNG.bat` - Convert BDT to PNG
- `5-6_move_modified_PNG_from_5_to_6.bat` - Move modified PNG files
- `6-9_convert_PNG_to_BDT.bat` - Convert PNG back to BDT
🚀 User Guide
- **Preparation**: Use UMX tool to unpack game files
- **Copy files**: Copy `71_maptile.tpfbdt` and `71_maptile.tpfbhd` to the `2_convert_BDT2DCX\menu` folder
- **Execute Conversion**: Run the batch file in numerical order
- **Edit PNG**: Use image editing tools to modify the PNG file in step 5
💡 Usage suggestions
- **Image processing**: Image scaling can be done using tools such as Gigapixel, but it is recommended to maintain a 1.00x scaling ratio
- **File Management**: The conversion process involves about 24,000 files, it is recommended to use a file search tool (such as Everything) for management
- **Renaming Tool**: It is recommended to use Advanced Renamer to handle batch file renaming
🎯 Notes
- This tool is designed for testing and automation processes
- Support map file changes in future game updates
- Load modified loose files using ModEngine2
🌟 We hope this tool helps you better customize your Elden Circle world map experience!
Install & use Install: follow the bundled instructions
- Unzip the archive from playbuff and read the bundled readme / instructions first.
- There is no universal mod manager for this game: some mods replace game files directly, some go into a game-specific Mods folder, and some need a game-specific community loader or tool first — follow the bundled readme.
- Place the files exactly as the readme says; mods with listed dependencies need those installed too.
- Launch the game to confirm it loaded; some games require enabling mods in settings or an in-game mod menu.
Install locations vary a lot between games and mods — the bundled readme is the most reliable guide.