Voidling Bound Save File Guide: Location, Backup & Transfer

Voidling Bound Save File Location

Voidling Bound stores your save data locally on your PC. Unlike cloud-based games, you are responsible for backing up your progress to avoid losing your evolved creatures and campaign progress. The default save file location depends on your operating system.

Windows Save Path: %LOCALAPPDATA%\VoidlingBound\Saved\SaveGames

You can quickly access this folder by pressing Win + R, typing the path above, and hitting Enter. The save files are typically named with a .sav extension and include your player profile, creature collection data, and story progression.

How to Back Up Your Save Files

Backing up your Voidling Bound save files is essential before reinstalling the game, switching PCs, or experimenting with mods. Follow these simple steps to create a safe copy.

1. Navigate to the save folder

   Open File Explorer and paste %LOCALAPPDATA%\VoidlingBound\Saved\SaveGames into the address bar. Press Enter to open the directory.

2. Copy the entire SaveGames folder

   Right-click the SaveGames folder and select Copy (or press Ctrl + C). Make sure the game is closed to avoid file corruption.

3. Paste to a safe location

   Navigate to your backup drive, external storage, or cloud folder (e.g., OneDrive, Google Drive). Right-click and select Paste (or press Ctrl + V). Rename the folder with the date, e.g., VoidlingBound_Backup_2026-06-10.

Restoring a Saved Game

If you lose progress due to a crash, corrupted save, or reinstall, restoring from a backup is straightforward.

1. Close Voidling Bound completely – Ensure no game processes are running in the background.
2. Replace the current save folder – Go to %LOCALAPPDATA%\VoidlingBound\Saved\. Delete or rename the existing SaveGames folder (keep it as a backup just in case).
3. Paste your backup – Copy your previously saved SaveGames folder into the same directory.
4. Launch the game – Your progress should be restored. If the game does not detect the save, verify that the folder structure and file names match exactly.

Transferring Saves Between PCs

Moving your Voidling Bound progress to another computer is simple. You need to transfer the save folder and ensure the destination PC has the same Steam account.

Step-by-step transfer:

• On your old PC, back up the SaveGames folder as described above.
• Transfer the backup via USB drive, network share, or cloud storage.
• On your new PC, install Voidling Bound and launch it once to generate the default save folder.
• Close the game, then overwrite the SaveGames folder with your backup.
• Restart the game. Your creatures, levels, and unlocks will appear.

Troubleshooting Common Save Issues

If you encounter problems with your Voidling Bound save file, try these solutions.

Save not loading:

• Verify the file integrity via Steam: Right-click Voidling Bound in your library, go to Properties > Installed Files > Verify integrity of game files.
• Ensure the save file is not set to "Read-only." Right-click the .sav file, select Properties, and uncheck Read-only.

Corrupted save data:

• Restore from your most recent backup.
• If no backup exists, check the SaveGames folder for auto-backup files (some versions create .bak files). Rename the .bak to .sav and try loading.

Game crashes when loading a save:

• This often occurs after a game update. Wait for a patch from Hatchery Games, or start a new game temporarily to test stability.
• Disable any mods or third-party tools before loading.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use the same save file on multiple computers? Yes, as long as you manually transfer the save folder each time. Steam cloud sync is not supported, so you must copy the files back and forth manually.

Will deleting my save file uninstall the game? No. Deleting the save folder only removes your progress. The game files remain intact. You can start fresh by deleting or renaming the SaveGames folder.

How do I start a new game without losing my old save? Rename your existing SaveGames folder to something like SaveGames_Backup. The game will create a new empty SaveGames folder when you launch it. To restore your old save, delete the new folder and rename your backup back.

Are there any known save file bugs in Voidling Bound? Some players have reported save corruption after unexpected crashes during autosave. Always exit the game via the main menu and wait for the save icon to disappear before closing.