How To Find Subnautica 2 Save Files On PC

You need to access your Subnautica 2 save files to move your progress, create a backup, or troubleshoot a save that won't load. The game stores these files in a hidden directory within your local user profile that Windows hides by default.

Why this happens

Subnautica 2 saves data in the AppData/Local folder, which is a protected system directory designed to keep configuration files away from accidental user interference.

Steps

1. 01
   Right-click the Windows Start icon in the bottom-left corner and select 'Run' to open the command prompt.
2. 02
   Type %localappdata% into the text box and press Enter to open your user Local AppData folder directly.
3. 03
   Scroll through the list of folders until you find the 'Subnautica 2' folder and double-click it to open it.
4. 04
   Navigate into the Saved folder, then open the SaveGames folder to see your individual save slots.
5. 05
   Copy these folders to an external drive or cloud storage to back them up, or delete a specific slot folder if your game is crashing upon launch.

Still not working?

If deleting a save slot does not resolve your crash, try verifying your game files through the Steam client. Right-click Subnautica 2 in your Library, select Properties, go to Installed Files, and click 'Verify integrity of game files' to ensure no core game data is corrupted.

Frequently asked questions

Will deleting a folder in SaveGames delete my entire game progress?

Yes, deleting a folder inside SaveGames removes that specific save slot. If you are unsure, copy the entire SaveGames folder to your desktop as a backup before deleting anything.

Can I use these save files on another PC?

Yes, simply copy the entire folder contents to the same path on your new machine. Make sure to launch the game at least once on the new PC to generate the directory structure before pasting your files.