2018 • Steam Cloud supported
Monster Hunter: World
Save file location and backup guide for Monster Hunter: World, covering local progress protection and PC migration.
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
%PROGRAMFILES(X86)%\Steam\userdata\%UID%\582010\remote\ Back up the full remote folder so your hunter profile and associated Steam save data restore together.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I back up Monster Hunter: World saves before reinstalling?
Copy the full remote save folder before reinstalling or moving PCs. Keeping the complete save set together helps Monster Hunter: World restore the correct hunter profile after migration.
Why is my Monster Hunter: World save not loading after I restore it?
Steam Cloud can overwrite a manual restore, or the wrong Steam account folder may be used. Restore the correct remote folder, then launch once and confirm the hunter data appears before syncing again.
Can I move my Monster Hunter: World save to another PC?
Yes. Copy the full Steam userdata save folder to the same account path on the new PC, then launch Monster Hunter: World and confirm your hunter appears before deleting the old backup.
Does Monster Hunter: World store online progress in local save files?
Core hunter progression is stored in the local Steam save data, while matchmaking and session behavior are separate. Back up the local save folder if you want to preserve your main progress.
What should I do if my Monster Hunter: World save looks corrupted?
Restore the newest working backup of the full remote folder and keep Steam Cloud off until you confirm Monster Hunter: World loads the correct restored hunter profile.