ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Game rip (audio)

Okay kiddo, let me tell you about game rip audio. Have you ever played a video game and heard music or special sound effects? Well, sometimes people want to listen to that music or sound effect outside of the game, so they "rip" or take it from the game.

To do this, they use special software that can extract the audio files from the game's code. Think of it like taking a toy out of a toy box. You have to reach in and grab it, but you can't take the whole box with you.

Once the audio file is "ripped" from the game, it can be saved and listened to on a computer, phone, or other device. It's kind of like making a mixtape or playlist of your favorite songs from a game.

However, it's important to remember that not all ripping is legal. Some game companies own the rights to the music and sound effects in their games, so it's technically stealing if someone rips it without permission. Just like you can't take a toy out of someone else's box without asking first.