CoinPit Restart Guide - How to Reset Your Progress

Why Restart in CoinPit?

CoinPit is a dark roguelike simulation that blends coin pusher thrills with strategic escape. As you stack towers, spin the lucky wheel, and shake the machine for coins, you might want a fresh start. Restarting can help you test a new build, try a different approach to the campaign, or simply enjoy the early game tension again. This guide covers everything you need to know about resetting your progress safely.

Before you proceed, understand that restarting will erase your current save file. There is no cloud save recovery option in CoinPit, so back up your data if you want to keep it. The game is a single-player experience developed by Trollix Games, available on PC, Mac, and Linux. For more on the game's systems, check our progression guide.

How to Locate Your Save Files

To restart, you need to find where CoinPit stores its data. The save file location depends on your operating system. Follow the steps below for your platform.

Windows

• Open File Explorer and type %appdata% in the address bar.
• Navigate to the CoinPit folder inside Trollix Games.
• Look for a file named save.dat or save.sav.

Mac

• Open Finder and press Cmd + Shift + G.
• Enter ~/Library/Application Support/Trollix Games/CoinPit/.
• Find the save file, usually save.dat.

Linux

• Open your file manager and go to ~/.local/share/Trollix Games/CoinPit/.
• The save file is typically save.dat.

For troubleshooting issues, see our troubleshooting guide.

Step-by-Step Restart Process

Once you have located your save file, follow these steps to perform a clean restart.

1. Back up your save

   Copy the entire CoinPit save folder to a safe location. This ensures you can restore progress if needed.

2. Delete the save file

   Delete the save.dat file (or the entire folder) from the original location. On Windows, you can also uninstall and reinstall the game to reset all settings.

3. Launch the game

   Start CoinPit. The game will generate a fresh save file automatically. You will see the opening sequence and tutorial prompts.

4. Verify the reset

   Check that your coins, upgrades, and progress are at zero. If you see the starting screen, the reset worked.

If you encounter any issues after restarting, refer to our save file guide for advanced troubleshooting.

What You Lose and Keep When Restarting

Restarting erases most progress, but some account-level data may persist depending on your platform. Here is a breakdown.

For a deeper look at what each system tracks, read our currency guide and upgrades guide.

Alternative: Starting a New Save Without Deleting

If you want to keep your original save but start fresh, you can rename the save file instead of deleting it. This creates a new save while preserving the old one.

1. Rename the save file

   Change save.dat to save_backup.dat in the save folder. The game will not recognize it and will create a new save.dat.

2. Play the new save

   Launch CoinPit and enjoy a fresh start. Your old progress is safe in the renamed file.

3. Restore the old save

   To go back, delete the new save.dat and rename save_backup.dat back to save.dat.

This method is perfect for players who want to test different strategies without losing their main file. For more tips on managing multiple saves, see our beginner tips.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I restart on Steam without losing achievements? Yes, Steam achievements are tied to your account, not the local save file. Deleting your save will not remove any achievements you have earned.

Will restarting affect my DLC content? No, DLC ownership is linked to your Steam library. You will still have access to any purchased DLC after a restart.

How often can I restart? There is no limit. You can restart as many times as you like. Just remember to back up your save if you want to return to a previous state.

Does CoinPit support multiple save slots? No, the game uses a single save file. To have multiple saves, use the rename method described above.

Is there a way to restart from within the game menu? No, CoinPit does not have a built-in "New Game" or "Reset" option. You must manually delete or rename the save file.

For more answers, visit our wiki FAQ.