A Guide to Starfield Save and Config File Locations

Embark on your interstellar adventure in “Starfield” with confidence, knowing exactly where your crucial save and configuration files are located. Whether you’re navigating through Windows 11, Windows 10, or Xbox, this guide will illuminate the path to these essential files.

Starfield Save File Location

For Windows Users

• Accessing Save Files:
  1. Open File Explorer (Windows + E).
  2. Navigate to Local Disk (C:) > Users > [Your Username] > Documents > My Games > Starfield > Saves.

For Steam Users

• Steam-specific Path:
  • The save files are located at C:/Users/[Your Username]/Documents/My Games/Starfield.

For Xbox Users

• Xbox Save Location:
  • Find your saves at C:/Users/[Your Username]/AppData/Local/Packages/BethesdaSoftworks.ProjectGold_3275kfvn8vcwc/SystemAppData/wgs/[String of Numbers].

Starfield Config File Location

• Accessing Config Files:
  1. Open File Explorer (Windows + E).
  2. Go to C:\Users\[Your Username]\Documents\My Games\Starfield.
• Config File Details: Look for “StarfieldPrefs,” a configuration settings file, editable with Notepad.

Configurable Settings:

• Resolution Scaling
• Upscaling
• Film Grain Density
• Vsync
• Dynamic Resolution
• Render Quality
• Motion Blur
• Shadows
• AMD CAS Sharpness

How to Back Up Starfield Saves?

• Backing Up Procedure:
  1. Navigate to the Starfield save file location.
  2. Select the entire save folder and copy it (Ctrl + C).
  3. Choose your backup destination and paste (Ctrl + V) the files.

External Drive Backup:

• For added security, consider backing up your saves on an external drive.

Conclusion

With this knowledge, your journey through the vast universe of “Starfield” becomes safer and more secure. Your discoveries and progress are now well-protected, ready for whatever cosmic adventures await. Should you face any challenges, remember that the answers are now just a few clicks away. Happy exploring, space wanderers!