Horizon Forbidden West 100% Save File for PC
Horizon Forbidden West
Save File Overview
Download a completed Horizon Forbidden West save file to access Aloy's fully finished journey across the Forbidden West. Main story quests, side missions, Errands, Cauldrons, and Relic Ruins are completed. Burning Shores DLC campaign content is fully finished, unlocking legendary outfits, weapons, and sunwing/waterwing flying mounts. Skill trees across Hunter, Warrior, Survivor, Infiltrator, Machine Master, and Trapper specs are maxed out, accompanied by legendary coil mods and heavy Metal Shards reserves. Use this save file to jump into free-roam machine hunting, test legendary bow loadouts, or launch a New Game Plus run on Ultra Hard difficulty.
Game Version & Compatibility Details
Version: PC — Steam and Epic Games Store
Progress: 100% Completed / Main Campaign & Burning Shores Cleared / All Legendary Gear, Mounts & NG+ Unlocked
File Size: Approx. 5–15 MB
Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition on PC utilizes your Windows user profile directory for save data. Saves exist as individual `.dat` files stored inside account-specific folders under your `Documents` directory. Steam and Epic Games Store builds use matching save folder structures, though each client generates a unique user ID subfolder. Version mismatches between outdated game updates and recent patch builds can cause save slots to report as incompatible. Disable Steam Cloud or Epic Cloud Sync prior to copying files to prevent the client from restoring old local saves automatically on boot.
Save Location Guide & Directory Path
%USERPROFILE%\Documents\Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition\<YourUserID>\Open File Explorer and navigate to `%USERPROFILE%\Documents\Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition\`. Inside this folder, open the subfolder named after your personal user ID string. Here you will see your active save files, including `checkpoint.dat`, `manualsaveX.dat`, and profile data files. Close Horizon Forbidden West and exit your Steam or Epic launcher before attempting file transfers. Ensure you see existing `.dat` save files inside your target directory before pasting new files into place.
Step-by-Step Installation Instructions
Backup & Safety Notes
Copy your existing `<YourUserID>` folder inside `Documents\Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition` to your desktop before overwriting files. If a imported save fails to load, copy your desktop backup folder back into place. Launcher cloud sync features will overwrite local file changes if left enabled, so turn off cloud saves before replacing data. Offline single-player save replacements carry zero risk of account bans.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this save file include the Burning Shores expansion content?
Yes, all Burning Shores main quests, side content, legendary weapons, and flying mounts are unlocked.
Why is my downloaded save file not loading in the main menu?
Cloud save synchronization likely replaced your file on launch. Turn off cloud sync in your launcher, copy the save files over again, and boot the game.
Are all legendary bows, outfits, and machine overrides unlocked?
Yes, all legendary weapons, coils, armor sets, weapon techniques, and Cauldron machine overrides are fully unlocked.
Can I use this save file with active PC performance or visual mods?
Yes, single-player save replacements operate independently of visual mods, reshades, or performance tweaks.
Can I start a New Game Plus run using this completed save?
Yes, approach the New Game Plus trigger inside the Base or access the main menu option to start a New Game Plus run with all unlocked gear.
Summary
Loading a 100% complete save grants immediate access to Aloy's legendary gear, maxed skill trees, unlocked machine overrides, and Burning Shores DLC content. It bypasses hours of machine parts farming while preparing your character for Ultra Hard New Game Plus challenges. Always disable Steam Cloud or Epic cloud syncing prior to copying `.dat` files into your `Documents` path. Keep a fresh copy of your original user ID folder saved on your desktop before making file changes. Open your Documents folder right now to back up your original saves before installing.
