Where to Find Nioh 3 Save File & Config Location (PC/Steam)

There is nothing worse than finally beating that impossible dual-boss fight in the Twilight Realm, only to have your game crash or a cloud sync error overwrite your victory. In a punishing “Masocore” game like Nioh 3, your save file isn’t just data—it represents hundreds of hours of Ki pulses, perfect stances, and Ethereal loot grinding.

Whether you want to manually backup your progress to prevent corruption, transfer your save to a friend’s PC, or “save scum” the Blacksmith to get perfect stats on your gear, you first need to find where the data is hidden.

Below is the exact file path for Nioh 3 on Windows and Steam Deck, along with a smarter way to handle backups.

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Windows PC Save File Location

Unlike Unreal Engine games that hide saves in the AppData folder, Team Ninja titles (like Nioh 2 and Wo Long) typically store data in your Documents folder.

How to navigate there quickly:

1. Open File Explorer.
2. Нажмите на Documents in the left sidebar.
3. Open the folder named KoeiTecmo.
4. Открыть NIOH3 > Savedata.
5. Inside, you will see a folder with a long string of numbers (this is your Steam ID). Your SAVEDATA.BIN file is inside.

Note: If you are playing on the Game Pass / Microsoft Store version, the saves may be encrypted inside %localappdata%\Packages\KoeiTecmo…, making them much harder to access manually.

Nioh 3 Config File Location (Graphics & Settings)

If you need to manually tweak graphics settings because the game crashes on startup, or you want to force a resolution that isn’t listed in the menu (like ultrawide fixes), you need the XML config file.

How to Edit:

• Щелкните правой кнопкой мыши на . config.xml and select Open with Notepad.
• Fix Resolution: Look for <SCR_RES_W> и <SCR_RES_H> to change width and height manually.
• Fix Launch Crashes: Try changing <FULLSCREEN> from 1 to 0 to force Windowed Mode if the game won’t launch.

Steam Deck / Linux Save Location

Nioh 3 plays beautifully on the Steam Deck, but finding the save files requires digging through the Proton compatibility layers.

Tip: You need to find the specific Steam App ID for Nioh 3 (Check the Steam Store URL, it’s the number at the end). Once inside the pfx folder, follow the emulated Windows path: drive_c/users/steamuser/Documents/KoeiTecmo/NIOH3/Savedata/

The Smarter Way: One-Click Backup with XMODhub

Navigating through folders every time you want to reroll stats at the Blacksmith is tedious. One accidental delete or paste error, and your 200-hour character is gone. XMODhub offers a built-in Save Manager tool designed specifically for “Save Scumming” in loot-heavy games.

• Instant Restore Point: Create a “Before Crafting” backup with one click. If your crafting rolls are bad, hit “Restore” to get your gold and Umbracite back instantly.
• Auto-Backup: Automatically backup your save every time you exit the game, protecting you from corruption crashes.
• Visual Management: Label your saves (e.g., “Kusarigama Build”, “Pre-Boss”, “New Game Plus”) and switch between them easily.

XMODhub: More Than Just a Save Manager

XMODhub is your ultimate all-in-one toolkit for PC gaming. Whether you need powerful Trainers for Infinite Ki, Mods for outfits, or tools to bypass the grind, XMODhub has it covered. Our library supports over 5,000+ games, ensuring that whether you are playing Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, Восстание ронинов, и Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, you always have the best tools at your fingertips.

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Заключение

Locating your Nioh 3 save file is a crucial skill for any serious samurai. Whether you are recovering from a crash or trying to outsmart the Blacksmith’s RNG, knowing where your data lives gives you control.

However, manual file management is risky. If you prefer a safe, “set it and forget it” solution, we highly recommend the Менеджер сохранений XMODhub. It keeps your hard-earned progress secure so you can focus on mastering the blade, not the file explorer.

Don’t let RNG defeat you. Backup smarter.