Where to Find Goblin Nest Save Files & Config Settings (PC & Steam Deck)

Quick Answer: Exact File Paths (TL;DR)

If you just need the directory locations immediately to recover your tribe, copy and paste these into your Windows File Explorer:

• Steam / DLSite / Itch.io PC Path:
  %USERPROFILE%\AppData\LocalLow\BadColor\GoblinNest\
• Steam Deck Path:
  /home/deck/.local/share/Steam/steamapps/compatdata/1477700/pfx/drive_c/users/steamuser/AppData/LocalLow/BadColor/GoblinNest/
• Target File:
  SaveData.json

Windows PC Save File Location (Steam & Alternative Launchers)

Because Goblin Nest is built on the Unity engine, it does not use the standard “Documents” folder or the Unreal Engine “AppData\Local” path. Whether you purchased the game on Steam or opted for the DRM-free, uncensored versions on DLSite and Itch.io, the save files are securely tucked away in the hidden Windows AppData directory under LocalLow.

How to navigate there manually:

1. Press the Touche Windows + R to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type %appdata% and press Enter. (This opens the Roaming folder).
3. Click “AppData” in your folder address bar to go up one level.
4. Open the LocalLow dossier.
5. Scroll down and open the folder named BadColor, then open GoblinNest. Your SaveData.json file is located here.
6. Remarque : If you cannot see the AppData folder, open File Explorer, click the View tab at the top, and check the box for “Hidden items”.

How to Transfer Goblin Nest Saves (DLSite to Steam)

Many players start their journey on DLSite or Itch.io for the uncensored 18+ content and later purchase the Steam version for convenience and achievements.

Because both versions of the game run on the exact same Unity framework, your save files are 100% cross-compatible.

1. Install the Steam version of Goblin Nest and launch it once to generate the folder structure.
2. Naviguez jusqu'à %USERPROFILE%\AppData\LocalLow\BadColor\GoblinNest\.
3. You will notice that both the Steam and DLSite versions actually read from this exact same folder.
4. If you have a backup SaveData.json from your old PC or a different hard drive, simply paste it into this folder, overwrite the existing file, and launch the game. Your tribe will be right where you left it.

How to Edit Goblin Nest Save Files (SaveData.json)

If the developer console is locked, many players turn to modifying the SaveData.json file to give themselves infinite Meat, Wood, or Gold.

To edit your save:

1. Navigate to the LocalLow folder mentioned above.
2. CRITICAL: Cliquer avec le bouton droit de la souris SaveData.json and make a copy of it on your desktop.
3. Open the original file using a text editor like Notepad++.
4. Use CTRL+F to search for variables like "gold": ou "meat": and change the numerical values next to them.
5. Save the file and launch the game.

Avertissement : JSON formatting is incredibly strict. If you accidentally delete a comma , or a quotation mark ", the game will fail to parse the file, resulting in a black screen or a missing save file error upon launch.

Where to Find the Goblin Nest Config File (Unity Registry)

If you are trying to manually tweak graphics, audio, or display settings that might be bugged in the in-game menu (such as forcing windowed mode or fixing a resolution scaling issue), you need to know how the engine handles configurations.

Unlike traditional PC games, Unity does not generate a standard .ini config file. Instead, your graphics and core settings are saved directly in the Windows Registry.

How to Edit the Config:

• Press the Windows Key + R, type regedit, and press Enter.
• Naviguer vers : HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\BadColor\GoblinNest\
• Here you will find the hex values for your Screen Resolution and Master Volume.

Avertissement : Always be extremely careful when editing the registry. Changing the wrong hex value can break the game’s startup sequence entirely.

Steam Deck / Linux Save Location

Playing Goblin Nest on the go? The Steam Deck uses Proton to emulate the Windows file structure. Your save files are buried inside the compatdata folder, routing specifically to the emulated LocalLow directory.

The Steam Deck file path is:
/home/deck/.local/share/Steam/steamapps/compatdata/1477700/pfx/drive_c/users/steamuser/AppData/LocalLow/BadColor/GoblinNest/

Conseil : The folder “1477700” is the specific Steam App ID assigned to Goblin Nest. If you added a non-Steam version (like the DLSite release) to your Steam Deck as a non-Steam game, it will be located in a randomly generated 10-digit folder inside compatdata instead.

Troubleshooting: Steam Cloud Sync Errors & Missing Saves

If you launch the game and your “Load Game” button is greyed out, or your captive roster has reverted to an older version, Steam Cloud might be overwriting your local Unity save files.

How to fix missing saves and sync issues:

1. Right-click Goblin Nest in your Steam Library and select Propriétés.
2. Under the General tab, toggle Steam Cloud to OFF.
3. Open your LocalLow folder. If you see a file named SaveData.json.bak, delete your current SaveData.json and rename the .bak file to SaveData.json to restore your most recent local backup.
4. Play the game, advance one day to force a new manual save, and then exit.
5. Turn Steam Cloud back on. Steam will ask which file to keep; choose to Upload to Cloud to overwrite the servers with your fixed local save.

The Smarter Way: 1-Click Auto-Backups with XMODhub

Navigating through hidden %AppData% folders every time you want to secure your progress is tedious and risky. One accidental click or a botched JSON save edit, and your entire tribe is deleted forever.

The XMODhub PC Client features a built-in Save Manager designed specifically for management games like Goblin Nest.

• Automated Backups: XMODhub automatically creates a secure, timestamped backup of your JSON save file every time you exit the game.
• Version History Rollback: Did a raid go horribly wrong and wipe out your best fighters? Instantly roll back to yesterday’s perfect save state with one click.
• Multi-Version Native Support: XMODhub automatically detects and manages saves across Steam, DLSite, and Itch.io installations without you needing to dig through system folders.

🚀 Download XMODhub to Secure Your Saves Now

1. Download and Launch the free XMODhub desktop app.
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3. Click “Play”.
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5. Done.