2016 • Steam Cloud supported
Stardew Valley
Farm save location and backup guide for Stardew Valley on PC, including restore-safe migration between machines.
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
%APPDATA%\StardewValley\Saves\ Back up the full farm folder so player, world, and backup files stay aligned before restoring.
Managed in console save data storage Nintendo Switch farm saves stay in console storage; cloud backup requires Nintendo Switch Online support.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I back up Stardew Valley saves before reinstalling?
Copy the full farm folder before reinstalling or moving PCs. Keeping every file in the save folder together helps Stardew Valley load the correct farm, player inventory, and date state after restore.
Does Stardew Valley use different save folders on Steam and GOG?
Usually no. Stardew Valley generally uses the same Windows save path across PC launchers, although cloud sync behavior and update timing can differ between Steam and GOG.
Why is my Stardew Valley save not loading after I restore it?
Steam Cloud can overwrite a manual restore, or the game may not detect a partial backup. Restore the entire farm folder, then launch Stardew Valley and verify the correct file appears before re-enabling sync.
Can I move my Stardew Valley farm to another PC?
Yes. Copy the full farm folder to the same AppData path on the new PC, then open Stardew Valley and confirm the farm appears correctly before deleting your old backup.
Does Stardew Valley multiplayer progress live in local save files?
Yes. Farm progress is stored in the local save set, so multiplayer sessions still depend on the host farm files being intact and restored together.