If you are trying to back up your progress, transfer your save to another computer, or troubleshoot a corrupted file, you have likely run into the confusing file structures of the Windows operating system. Unlike standard games that save neatly into a "Saves" folder within the game directory, Codex releases often utilize specific Windows AppData folders to bypass DRM restrictions.
Do not manually edit User_0 with a text editor. It is encrypted. Editing it will corrupt your save. Forza Horizon 5 Codex Save File Location
If you installed a or DODI repack that uses the Codex emulator, the save might be located here instead: %appdata%\Roaming\Goldberg SteamEmu Saves\1551360\remote If you are trying to back up your
If the save still doesn't work, create a force_steamid.txt file in your \Steam\steam_settings\ folder containing your Steam ID64, as outlined in. It is encrypted
If you replace the file but the game creates a new save, ensure you are editing the correct folder. Sometimes, Goldberg emulator saves are generated instead of CODEX, especially with newer repacks.
is the specific AppID for Forza Horizon 5 on Steam, which is why it appears in most of these paths. Steam Community between these different versions? Forza Horizon 5 - PCGamingWiki PCGW