Lies of P saves to different locations depending on your platform

The save file for Lies of P is stored in a specific folder on your device, but the exact path changes based on whether you play on Windows PC, PlayStation, or Xbox. On Windows, the game uses a hidden folder in your user directory. On PlayStation and Xbox, saves are managed through the console's built-in system and you cannot access the raw files directly.

Knowing where your save lives matters if you want to back up your progress, move it to another device, or troubleshoot a corrupted file. The steps below show you exactly where to look on each platform and what the save file is actually called.

Key Takeaways

  • On Windows PC, Lies of P saves are stored in a hidden AppData folder at C:\Users\[YourUsername]\AppData\Local\LiesOfP\Saved Games.
  • PlayStation and Xbox store saves through their own systems, and you cannot browse to them like you would on a PC.
  • You can back up your Windows save file by copying the entire LiesOfP folder to an external drive or cloud storage.
  • If a save becomes corrupted on any platform, deleting it and starting a new game is usually the only fix, since the game does not offer a recovery option.

Finding your save file on Windows PC

On Windows, Lies of P stores its save data in the AppData folder, which is hidden by default. You need to show hidden files first, then navigate to the correct directory. Open File Explorer and type this path directly into the address bar at the top: C:\Users\[YourUsername]\AppData\Local\LiesOfP\Saved Games. Replace [YourUsername] with your actual Windows username.

Inside this folder you will see files with names like player.sav or numbered save slots. These are your actual game saves. If you do not see the AppData folder when you navigate there, your hidden files are not showing. Go to the View tab in File Explorer, check the box for "Hidden items", and try again. The folder will then appear.

Once you locate the save files, you can copy them to a USB drive, cloud storage like OneDrive or Google Drive, or another computer. This is the safest way to protect your progress in case your hard drive fails or you need to reinstall Windows.

Accessing saves on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5

PlayStation does not let you browse to save files the way you do on a PC. Instead, the console manages all saves through its own system. To back up your Lies of P save on PlayStation, go to Settings, then System, then Backup and Restore. From there you can copy your save data to a USB drive or to PlayStation Plus cloud storage if you have a subscription.

If you want to move your save to a different PlayStation console, you can transfer it through your PlayStation Network account. Sign in with the same account on the new console and your saves will sync automatically if you have cloud backup turned on. You cannot copy the raw save file yourself the way you would on Windows.

Accessing saves on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S

Xbox also manages saves through its own system rather than letting you access raw files. Your Lies of P save is tied to your Xbox Live account, and it syncs to Xbox Cloud Storage automatically. This means if you sign into your account on a different Xbox console, your saves will be there waiting for you.

To manually back up your save, go to Settings, then System, then Storage. Select "Manage games and add-ons", find Lies of P, and you will see options to manage your save data. You can copy it to an external USB drive from there. Like PlayStation, you cannot directly access or copy the save file itself — the console handles all of that for you.

What to do if your save file is corrupted

A corrupted save file usually shows up as an error when you try to load the game, or the game crashes when ready after you select that save slot. On Windows, the simplest fix is to delete the corrupted save file and start a new game. Lies of P does not have a built-in recovery system that can restore a damaged save.

On PlayStation and Xbox, if a save is corrupted, delete it through the console's save management menu and start over. If you backed up your save to cloud storage or a USB drive before it became corrupted, you can restore from that backup instead. This is why backing up regularly is worth the few minutes it takes.

Corruption is rare but can happen if the game crashes while saving, if your device loses power unexpectedly, or if your hard drive has bad sectors. There is no way to prevent it completely, but keeping a recent backup means you will not lose all your progress.

Backing up your Windows save to the cloud

The easiest way to protect your Lies of P save on Windows is to copy the entire LiesOfP folder from AppData to a cloud service like OneDrive, Google Drive, or Dropbox. Navigate to C:\Users\[YourUsername]\AppData\Local, right-click the LiesOfP folder, select Copy, then paste it into your cloud storage folder on your computer.

Once the folder is in the cloud, it will sync automatically whenever you play and save. If your computer fails or you need to reinstall the game, you can copy the LiesOfP folder back from the cloud to the same AppData location and your saves will be there. This takes less than a minute to set up and gives you protection against almost any disaster.

If you use multiple computers, this method also lets you play on one machine, then pick up where you left off on another. Just make sure both computers have the same cloud service installed and signed in with the same account.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I move my save from PC to PlayStation or Xbox?

No. Lies of P saves are not compatible across platforms. A save made on Windows will not work on PlayStation or Xbox, and vice versa. You will need to start a new game if you switch platforms. This is a limitation of how the game is designed, not something you can work around.

What happens if I delete my save file by accident?

If you deleted it from your computer or console, it is gone unless you have a backup. Lies of P does not have a trash bin or undo feature for saves. This is why backing up to cloud storage or an external drive is important — it gives you a copy to restore from if something goes wrong.

How large is a Lies of P save file?

A single save file is usually between 5 and 15 megabytes, so it takes almost no space to back up. Even if you have multiple save slots, the total size will be small enough to fit on any USB drive or cloud storage service. Size is not a concern when deciding whether to back up your saves.

Do I need to close the game before backing up my save?

Yes. Always close Lies of P completely before copying your save files. If the game is running, it may be writing to the save file at that moment, and copying it while it is being written to can corrupt the backup. Wait until you are back at the desktop, then copy the folder.

Will my save work if I reinstall Lies of P?

Yes, as long as you keep the save file in the same location. On Windows, if you uninstall and reinstall the game, the AppData folder usually stays intact. On PlayStation and Xbox, your saves are separate from the game itself, so reinstalling will not affect them. Your progress will be waiting when you launch the game again.