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    Can games save data in hidden folders?

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by adrian5683, Aug 1, 2012.

  1. adrian5683

    adrian5683 Notebook Evangelist

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    Hi guys, I'm wondering if hiding a game's settings/saved game folder in My Documents would prevent the game from saving data, settings, etc. Or would it depend on the game?
     
    adrian5683, Aug 1, 2012
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    DEagleson Gamer extraordinaire

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    Even while hidden the folder is still accessable, so it wont matter. :)

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    DEagleson, Aug 1, 2012
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  3. masterchef341

    masterchef341 The guy from The Notebook

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    If you want to break your games and prevent them from saving, you should lock write access to the relevant folders
     
    masterchef341, Aug 1, 2012
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  4. gdansk

    gdansk Notebook Deity

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    Games can store data pretty much anywhere they want. It used to be common to store it in the Program Files right alongside the game itself but with Windows Vista Microsoft wanted to stop files writing to the Programs Files, so there is actually an entire virtual program files directory ("%appdata%/Local/VirtualStore/Programs Files/") for programs that still do this. Heck, some games even store all the necessary data in the registry (why?). It will vary from game to game.
     
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    EasyCruz Notebook Geek

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    For OS Vista and WIN 7, games, adobe, VMware or any utility files,
    store in the user>appdata>local & it’s temp directory. Don’t forget the registry.
    If gaming packages are being installed and removed for evaluation, then traces
    will also be left in the registry.

    Keep an eye on the appdata Dir for cleaning opportunities. Use something like Free Comodo System Cleaner V4.XX for registry audits/cleaning, and privacy audits/cleaning.
    CSU is no toy, if using, backup PC, manual set a restore point. Then in CSU settings,
    check boxes for backup and restore points. Then let CSU scan. Perform a visual
    audit. Example: CSU listed 800 keys from gaming software that were removed long ago. Check and Delete. Again, CSU is very aggressive. Audit first, or CSU will clean the clock.
    The Secrets of Comodo System Utilities:
    • Windows registry cleaner identifies, removes or repairs any corrupted entries
    • Disk cleaner removes clutters to free up space and improve performance
    • Privacy cleaner deletes cookies, cache and history, protecting your privacy and identity
    • SafeDelete™ cleans deeply without removing something vital to your PC
    System Requirements: Windows XP/Vista/7 32 or 64 bit, 32 MB Ram and 20 MB Disk Space
     
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  6. adrian5683

    adrian5683 Notebook Evangelist

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    Thanks for all the info guys.
     
    adrian5683, Aug 1, 2012
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