To use a file as a "paper" (likely referring to a custom map or save file in the game's .timber format), you must change the file extension. How to Convert the ZIP to a Map File
In Timberborn , maps and save files are essentially ZIP files with a .timber extension. If you have downloaded a file as a .zip , follow these steps to make it usable:
Once renamed, move the .timber file to the appropriate folder so the game can recognize it: : Documents\Timberborn\Maps For Save Files : Documents\Timberborn\Saves Important Version Note timberborn-v0-2-9-0-zip
The version v0.2.9.0 refers to a very early build from late 2021 or early 2022. Timberborn officially left Early Access for a full 1.0 Release on March 12, 2026 .
: In Windows Explorer, ensure you can see file extensions (e.g., .zip , .txt ). Go to View > Show > File name extensions . To use a file as a "paper" (likely
: Delete the .zip part of the name and replace it with .timber . Example: Rename map_name.zip to map_name.timber .
: Right-click your timberborn-v0-2-9-0-zip file and select Rename . Timberborn officially left Early Access for a full 1
: Windows will warn you that changing the extension might make the file unstable. Click Yes . Where to Place the File
To use a file as a "paper" (likely referring to a custom map or save file in the game's .timber format), you must change the file extension. How to Convert the ZIP to a Map File
In Timberborn , maps and save files are essentially ZIP files with a .timber extension. If you have downloaded a file as a .zip , follow these steps to make it usable:
Once renamed, move the .timber file to the appropriate folder so the game can recognize it: : Documents\Timberborn\Maps For Save Files : Documents\Timberborn\Saves Important Version Note
The version v0.2.9.0 refers to a very early build from late 2021 or early 2022. Timberborn officially left Early Access for a full 1.0 Release on March 12, 2026 .
: In Windows Explorer, ensure you can see file extensions (e.g., .zip , .txt ). Go to View > Show > File name extensions .
: Delete the .zip part of the name and replace it with .timber . Example: Rename map_name.zip to map_name.timber .
: Right-click your timberborn-v0-2-9-0-zip file and select Rename .
: Windows will warn you that changing the extension might make the file unstable. Click Yes . Where to Place the File