2025 • Steam Cloud supported
South of Midnight
Save file location and backup guide for South of Midnight, including local backup steps and Steam Cloud restore safety.
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
%LOCALAPPDATA%\SouthOfMidnight\Saved\SaveSystem Saved in AppData (Local) — excluded from most cloud backups; copy manually before reinstalling. Steam Cloud may restore automatically, but verify after reinstalling.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I back up South of Midnight saves before reinstalling?
Copy your save file from the Windows path listed above to a safe folder before uninstalling. After reinstalling, paste it back to the same location and launch South of Midnight to confirm your progress loaded.
Why is my South of Midnight save not loading after I restore it?
Steam Cloud can overwrite a local restore. Pause cloud sync for South of Midnight in Steam before copying back your backup, then launch the game. Re-enable sync once you confirm the correct save loaded.
Can I transfer my South of Midnight save to a new PC?
Yes. Copy the save file from the Windows path above on your old PC to the same location on the new machine. Launch South of Midnight to confirm your progress loaded correctly before removing the old backup.
What should I do if my South of Midnight save file is corrupted?
Check the save folder for backup copies and restore the newest working version. If cloud sync is enabled, pause it first so a bad local file does not immediately sync over your older backup.
Will reinstalling South of Midnight delete my progress?
Reinstalling the game alone does not always remove local save files, but you should not rely on that. Keep a manual backup of the full save location before uninstalling.