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GIF to ROQ - Online Video Converter
Convert GIF to ROQ online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
Convert GIF to ROQ
Drop GIF video here or click to select
GIF
ROQ (RoQ Video / RoQ Audio)
About GIF to ROQ
Convert GIF to ROQ. GIF stores 256-color animation with 1-bit transparency, standardized in 1989. RoQ is id Software's game-video format from Quake-era cinematics. Low frame rates stay low; do not expect motion smoothing..
Why convert GIF to ROQ?
- Smaller files with ROQ lossy compression.
- Keep animation and transparency where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
GIF vs ROQ
| Animation | Yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|
| Transparency | Yes | No |
| Compression | lossless | lossy |
| Typical use | GIF stores 256-color animation with 1-bit transparency, standardized in 1989. | RoQ is id Software's game-video format from Quake-era cinematics. |
When not to convert GIF to ROQ
- Skip ROQ for archival masters: lossy compression discards detail, so keep the GIF original.
- Flatten transparency first: ROQ has no alpha channel, so composite GIF over a background color.
Limits
Starting point: GIF - 256-color animation with 1-bit transparency. Limited to 256 colors per frame, so gradients may band. Low frame rates stay low; do not expect motion smoothing. Set the quality slider near 80-90 for ROQ photos from GIF, and keep dimensions matched to the source.
How conversion works
Conversion runs entirely in your browser with the WASM image engine. Files never leave your device.
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FAQ
How do I convert GIF to ROQ?
Drop your GIF file onto this page, choose quality and codec settings, then click Convert. The result downloads as ROQ instantly. All processing runs in your browser.
What codec is used for ROQ?
The default codec for ROQ is RoQ Video / RoQ Audio. You can change the video and audio codec in Advanced mode.
How do you store my files?
We do not store any processed videos. All conversion happens entirely in your browser using FFmpeg WASM.