Where Are Distant Worlds 2 Save Files Located?
Distant Worlds 2 stores galaxies in a SavedGames folder inside the install directory, with Proton and cloud copies on other setups.
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Distant Worlds 2 keeps saves next to the game rather than in Documents. A data folder inside the install directory holds SavedGames for galaxies. Find the install folder first (right click the game in Steam and browse local files), then look inside it.
One Windows quirk matters. Installs under Program Files can trigger VirtualStore redirection, which silently moves writes into LocalAppData. If saves vanish after an update, check the VirtualStore mirror before assuming corruption. GOG and Steam copies share the same layout.
Where Distant Worlds 2 stores this, by platform
<DistantWorlds2Install>\data\SavedGames
Galaxies live in SavedGames under the install data folder. If the game sits under Program Files, also check the VirtualStore mirror in LocalAppData for redirected writes.
<SteamLibrary>/steamapps/compatdata/1531540/pfx/
Steam Play prefix, app ID 1531540. The install relative data folder is mirrored inside it.
Frequently asked questions
How do I move Distant Worlds 2 saves to a new PC?
Copy the data\SavedGames folder to the same relative spot in the new install with the game closed. Galaxies and settings travel together because both live under the install tree.
Does Distant Worlds 2 sync saves to the cloud?
Yes, on Steam and GOG. Local copies still matter before modding or reinstalling, since cloud restores only go back so far.
Where are Distant Worlds 2 saves on Linux?
Use the Proton prefix with app ID 1531540. The install relative SavedGames folder is mirrored inside it.
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