label after_load: # Check if the save file is from an old version if persistent.game_version < config.version: "Your save file is from an older version. Some features may have reset." $ some_variable = 0 # Reset or fix broken variables
If a player reports a "Corrupt Save" error, it usually means the game script changed so drastically that the save file can no longer find the line of code it was sitting on.
On Linux, saves are typically found in ~/.renpy/ , while macOS users can find them in ~/Library/RenPy/ . 2. Types of Saved Data renpy save
Ren'Py’s save system is a powerful, automated feature that ensures players can resume their progress exactly where they left off. It is built on Python's "pickling" mechanism, which serializes game data into files. How Saving Works in Ren'Py
If you are a developer testing a game and want the saves to appear directly in the game folder (easier for portability), you can add this line to your options.rpy file: label after_load: # Check if the save file
Sometimes players want to change their choices or "cheat" to unlock a specific ending.
define config.save_directory = "saves"
These are the standard "Save 1," "Save 2," etc. They capture a specific moment in the game, including the current line of dialogue, music playing, and variable states.