Where Are 9 Kings Save Files Located?
9 Kings keeps runs as JSON files in AppData\LocalLow\SadSocket\9Kings on Windows, with settings in 9KingsSettings.json and Steam Cloud syncing the same tree.
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9 Kings stores runs as plain JSON files in a SadSocket folder under LocalLow. Settings live beside runs in 9KingsSettings.json rather than a separate config tree. Steam Cloud syncs the same files for machine moves.
Mac builds mirror the tree through the cloud override while Linux runs Proton against the Windows layout. JSON readability invites save editors, which rename and swap files freely. Back up before experimenting since malformed files reset progress.
Where 9 Kings stores this, by platform
%USERPROFILE%\AppData\LocalLow\SadSocket\9Kings
Run JSON files plus 9KingsSettings.json together. Copy whole folder with game closed. Cloud userdata mirrors the same tree.
~/Library/Application Support/SadSocket/9Kings
Mac override points at the same relative tree in Application Support. Reach with Finder Go to Folder. Same backup rules.
~/.local/share/Steam/steamapps/compatdata/2784470/pfx/
Proton prefix for app ID 2784470 mirroring the Windows tree. Steam root varies. Copy saves out before Proton changes.
Frequently asked questions
How do I back up 9 Kings runs?
Copy the whole SadSocket 9Kings folder with the game closed, since runs plus settings travel together. Early access resets wiped progress repeatedly, making backups habitual. Cloud copies under userdata mirror the same files.
How do I edit 9 Kings settings by hand?
Back up 9KingsSettings.json first, then edit values with the game closed. Save editors read this exact path. Corrupt edits regenerate defaults on launch, so keep the backup.
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