PSA: That free game launcher update killed my saves

I had been using a free launcher for years to grab old games dirt cheap. Last week it auto-updated and wiped all my save files for a Fallout 3 playthrough I was 40 hours into. Turns out the cheap launcher was storing saves in a hidden temp folder that gets purged on updates. Anyone know a better way to manage saves for these bargain bin finds without paying for a bigger service?

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michaela1611d ago

Yeah I used to think people were being dramatic about those cheap launchers but after reading this I get it now. That hidden temp folder thing is wild, like why would they even design it that way. I always figured saves just lived in the game folder or somewhere normal. For your situation, maybe try backing up the save folder manually after each session, even if its a pain. Or look into something like GameSave Manager, it can track down saves from a lot of obscure places. At least now you know to check where stuff is actually stored before dumping hours into a game.

margaretk8911d ago

Hidden temp folder thing is wild" is right, but what gets me is why these launchers even need random temp folders at all. Feels like theyre just coding slop and hoping nobody looks under the hood.