Zelda Tears of the Kingdom 100% Save File (Switch / Emulator)
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Quick Setup: How to Install This Save
PC Save File Destination Location
Switch Console (JKSV): `sdmc:/JKSV/The Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom/`
PC Emulators (Ryujinx/Yuzu): Right-click game in emulator > Open User Save DirectoryLocating your Tears of the Kingdom save path depends on your setup. On PC emulators like Ryujinx, right-click the game in your library window and select Open User Save Directory to open the active slot folder directly. For Yuzu or derivative emulators, right-click the title and choose Open Save Data Location. If transferring to or from an actual Switch console, boot your custom firmware environment, launch JKSV or Checkpoint, create a backup dump of your current game save, and copy that directory to your PC via SD card or FTP. Completely close your emulator or homebrew tool before overwriting files to avoid file access collisions.
Save File Overview
A completed zelda tears of the kingdom save file opens up all of Hyrule across the Surface, Sky, and Depths. The file features all 152 Shrines completed, all 120 Lightroots illuminated, all 1,000 Korok Seeds collected, and all Sage's Wills obtained. Every main quest, side quest, and shrine quest is finished. The Hyrule Compendium is fully cataloged, the Energy Cell battery reserves are fully expanded to maximum, and major armor sets are fully upgraded. Having a completed profile helps if your save corrupted during a firmware update or if you want to skip the massive map clearing phase. You can jump straight into end-game bosses, test fully upgraded gear combinations, or explore every region with full map visibility.
Version Compatibility Info
Version: Nintendo Switch (Console) and PC Emulators (Ryujinx / Yuzu / Eden)
Progress: 100% Completed / All 152 Shrines & 120 Lightroots / 1000 Koroks / Max Battery / Completed Compendium
File Size: Approx. 2–5 MB
The save file structure for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom uses standard Nintendo Switch save formats containing files such as `progress.sav`, `caption.sav`, and `slot_*` directories. This data is identical across physical Switch consoles and PC emulators like Ryujinx or Yuzu. Transferring data between console and PC requires a modded Switch running custom firmware like Atmosphere to dump or restore user save partitions using homebrew tools like JKSV or Checkpoint. Emulators read these unencrypted save folders directly. Version updates or installed DLC expand game features without breaking basic `.sav` file compatibility, though account profile IDs must match the destination folder structure.
Important Safety & Backup Advice
Always make a complete backup copy of your original save folder before replacing any system data. Copy your current `progress.sav` and associated slot folders to a secure desktop folder as a practical rollback point. Console users must avoid modifying system save partitions without using established homebrew tools like JKSV, as direct partition editing can cause save index corruption. Emulator users can freely swap save files without risk to their PC. Restoring your backed-up folder instantly reverses file changes if the target slot fails to load properly.
Common Questions & Answers
Can I use this Tears of the Kingdom save file on both PC emulators and an actual Nintendo Switch console?
Yes, the `.sav` files are compatible with both setups, though console installation requires custom firmware running a homebrew save tool like JKSV.
Why is my downloaded TOTK save file showing corrupted data or falling back to a new game?
The file structure inside the target profile directory is likely mismatched. Ensure files like `progress.sav` are placed directly inside the correct numerical save slot folder.
Does this 100% save include all 152 Shrines, 120 Lightroots, 1000 Korok seeds, and max battery?
Yes, every Shrine, Lightroot, Korok seed, Sage's Will, and battery upgrade is fully completed on the profile.
Summary
Loading a completed save for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom unlocks the full map across the Surface, Sky, and Depths, along with max battery reserves and all 152 Shrines. Place your downloaded save files into your emulator's save data folder or restore them using JKSV on custom firmware with the game closed. Keep a copy of your initial save folder on your desktop before overwriting existing data. Verify that folder structures match so files like `progress.sav` land in the correct slot. Import the save, boot up the game, and start exploring post-game Hyrule immediately.
