Overwatch 2 PC Game Save File
Different digital game stores store save files in separate directories.
💨 Where are Overwatch 2 saves stored on Steam?
Steam PC🟢 Overwatch 2 Game Pass Save Location (Windows 11 / 10)
Xbox PC📂 Select Your Platform Store
Different digital game stores store save files in separate directories.
📖 How to Access & Backup Overwatch 2 Saves Manually
Open Windows Run
Press the Win + R keys simultaneously to open the Windows Run dialog.
Paste Folder Path
Click the green "Copy Path" button above, paste it into the Run box, and press Enter.
Backup or Migrate
Copy the save folder to your Desktop, OneDrive, or a USB drive before modifying game files or installing mods.
Player profile, hero cosmetics, and MMR are saved on Blizzard servers. Keybinds and crosshairs are in Documents\Overwatch\Settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Overwatch 2 settings and save data stored?
Settings are in %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Overwatch\Settings.
Where are Overwatch 2 saves stored on Steam?
On Steam, Overwatch 2 saves are stored in %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Overwatch\Settings\ (Steam AppID: 2357570).
Where is the Overwatch 2 Game Pass save location on Windows 11?
If playing Overwatch 2 via Xbox Game Pass for PC, saves are serialized in the local Windows AppData container directory.
How to backup Overwatch 2 save files safely?
You can back up Overwatch 2 saves manually by copying the save directory to your Desktop or cloud storage, or click the 'Download 1-Click Backup Script (.bat)' button above to generate an automated timestamped backup.
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