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2021 • Xbox cloud save enabled

Forza Horizon 5

Find profile container files for race progress backup.

Note: Save paths may change with game updates or patches. Always verify the location before using it. Paths may vary by game version, launcher (Steam, Epic, GOG), or regional releases.

Save Locations

Windows Steam/Xbox App
%LOCALAPPDATA%\Packages\Microsoft.624F8B84B80_8wekyb3d8bbwe\SystemAppData\wgs

Xbox app saves are containerized; copy wgs folder while signed out.

Xbox Series X|S
Managed through Xbox cloud storage

Open the game online once after restore to force sync reconciliation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Forza Horizon 5 use different save folders for Steam and Xbox App on PC?

Forza Horizon 5 usually reads the same core save profile on PC, but launcher account context and cloud conflict handling can change which save appears in game. Verify active account before migrating files.

How should I back up Forza Horizon 5 saves before reinstalling or moving to a new PC?

Create a full copy of the game save directory, not just one file, and keep related profile and metadata files together. For Forza Horizon 5, this avoids partial restores that can make newer checkpoints disappear.

Why is my Forza Horizon 5 save not loading after I restore it?

The most common issue is cloud sync overwriting restored local data on first launch. For Forza Horizon 5, pause cloud sync, restore the full save set, launch once offline, then re-enable sync after confirming progress is visible.

Can you transfer Forza Horizon 5 save progress between Windows and Xbox Series X|S?

Cross-platform transfer for Forza Horizon 5 depends on publisher account support, platform policy, and game edition. Even when available, transfer is not always automatic, so keep an offline backup before attempting migration.

Is online progression in Forza Horizon 5 stored in local save files?

Forza Horizon 5 primarily uses local save data for progression, but some profile or entitlement checks can still be account-linked. Keep both local backups and account access in mind when troubleshooting restore results.