Far Cry 2 Save File Location
Last verified: 2026-09-22
- Windows (Steam / retail)
%USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\Far Cry 2\Saved Games
Here's exactly where Far Cry 2 keeps your saves on PC, how to open the folder, and how to back them up.
Save file locations
%USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\Far Cry 2\Saved Games
Full path: C:\Users\<YourName>\Documents\My Games\Far Cry 2\Saved Games . If you can't see the folder, enable 'Show hidden files' in File Explorer.
Cloud saves
Far Cry 2 on PC does not use Steam Cloud, so saves stay local. Copy the Saved Games folder to a safe location before reinstalling Windows or switching machines.
How to open the save folder
- Press Win + R to open the Run box.
- Type %userprofile%\Documents\My Games\Far Cry 2 and press Enter.
- Open the Saved Games folder.
- Copy the whole folder somewhere safe before editing, modding, or moving PCs.
Save problems & fixes
Far Cry 2 save won’t load or says it’s corrupt
Look for an automatic backup next to the save (a .bak or numbered copy) — close the game, copy that backup over the broken file, and reopen. On Steam, also right-click the game → Properties → Installed Files → Verify integrity of game files.
My Far Cry 2 save is missing or the folder is empty
You are usually looking in the wrong sub-folder — open the numbered Steam-ID / profile folder inside the path above, not the parent. If it is still empty on a GFWL-era game, the save may have been migrated to Steam’s userdata folder after a patch.
Far Cry 2 progress rolled back after a cloud/Steam conflict
When Steam reports a save conflict, keep the version with the LATER timestamp. Choosing the older cloud copy overwrites newer local progress — the most common cause of “lost hours.” If unsure, disable Steam Cloud, back up the local folder first, then re-enable it.
FAQ
Where is the Far Cry 2 save file on PC?
At C:\Users\<YourName>\Documents\My Games\Far Cry 2\Saved Games. Press Win+R, type %userprofile%\Documents\My Games\Far Cry 2, then open Saved Games.
Does Far Cry 2 use Steam Cloud?
No, the PC version stores saves locally, so back up the Saved Games folder yourself before moving PCs.
How do I back up my Far Cry 2 saves?
Copy the files from the Saved Games folder to a USB drive or another folder, then paste them back to restore.
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