While previous catalog tools offered lists, version 1.10 introduces a rudimentary heat-map overlay on the sector map, showing where your property and trade ships are most concentrated. This is invaluable for identifying defense gaps in your logistics network.
The X Rebirth Catalog Tool 1.10 is not just a nice-to-have; for serious players, it is mission-critical. It takes a clunky, often frustrating asset management experience and turns it into a sleek, data-driven command center. The improvements in parsing speed, trade analysis, and crew management make version 1.10 the definitive release.
If you are still flying blind in the X universe, download this tool immediately. Your empire’s efficiency—and your sanity—will thank you.
Do you have a favorite feature of version 1.10? Share your tips in the community forums, and don’t forget to back up your saves before loading them into any third-party tool.
What is the X Rebirth Catalog Tool? The X Rebirth Catalog Tool (v1.10) is a specialized utility designed for the space simulation game X Rebirth, developed by Egosoft. Its primary purpose is to extract and pack the game’s proprietary .cat and .dat files. These archives contain everything from textures and 3D models to the XML scripts that govern the game’s universe. Core Functionality X Rebirth Catalog Tool 1.10
While Egosoft games have used catalog systems for decades, the Rebirth tool was built to handle the engine's specific compression and file indexing. Its utility is two-fold:
Decompression: It allows modders to "unpack" the game, making the raw assets readable and editable.
Mod Distribution: It enables creators to "repack" their custom content into a format the game engine can prioritize and load seamlessly. How to Use the Tool
Operating the tool is a straightforward process, typically handled via a Command Prompt or by dragging and dropping files onto the executable. While previous catalog tools offered lists, version 1
Preparation: Place the XRCatTool.exe in a dedicated folder. Ensure you have the .cat file (the index) and the corresponding .dat file (the data) ready.
Extraction: To view game files, run a command like:XRCatTool.exe -p "C:\PathToGame\01.cat" -out "C:\ExtractedFiles"This breaks down the massive archive into a standard folder structure.
Modification: Edit the XML files or swap textures within the extracted folders.
Packing: To turn your changes into a mod, use the -c (create) command to wrap your new folder back into a .cat and .dat pair that the game can read from its extensions folder. Impact on the Community Do you have a favorite feature of version 1
Version 1.10 stabilized many of the early versioning issues, ensuring that file paths and compression headers remained consistent with the game's updates. Without this tool, the "open" nature of X Rebirth would be inaccessible, as the community would be unable to fix bugs, overhaul the UI, or add new ships to the galaxy.
Let’s walk through a common scenario: You just built a new URV Forge in Glaring Truth, and you need 10,000 Energy Cells and 500 Bio-Optic Wiring.
Step 1: Analyze Current Inventory Open the X Rebirth Catalog Tool 1.10 and click on the "Stations" tab. Locate your URV Forge. The tool will show you exactly how many Energy Cells are currently in storage (including those in your construction vessel’s hold). If you are short, note the deficit.
Step 2: Locate the Best Suppliers Switch to the "Trade Offers" tab. Filter by "Energy Cells" and "Sell" offers. Because version 1.10 reads your save’s radar data, it will only show stations your ships or satellites have recently visited. Sort by "Price (lowest)" and note the location.
Step 3: Dispatch Assets without Typing Coordinates Here’s where the magic happens. The 1.10 tool generates a plain-text coordinate string for any selected station. You can copy that string and paste it directly into your X Rebirth map’s search bar, making ship routing effortless.
Step 4: Monitor Progress After issuing commands in-game, save your game and re-load the save in the Catalog Tool. The "Mission & Order" tab will now show the current order queue for your trade ships (e.g., "Fulmekron - Docked at: Cell Fab Matrix").