If your game crashes on load or refuses to save, your save file might be corrupted.
Medal of Honor: Warfighter (2012) was a gritty, misunderstood gem. But like any tactical operator, your progress is only as safe as your gear. When your save file corrupts (and it will, thanks to the infamous "Black Screen of Death" or a Windows update), you need to know how to perform digital surgery.
This guide covers PC (Origin/Steam) and touches on console limitations.
Overview Medal of Honor: Warfighter auto-saves your progress at specific checkpoints throughout the single-player campaign. If you need to transfer your progress to a new PC, back up your data before reinstalling Windows, or attempt to fix a corrupted file, you will need to access the game's installation directory.
Unlike modern games that often save to the "Documents" folder, Warfighter typically stores its save data directly inside the game's installation folder.
Because Warfighter has a notorious bug where a single corrupted checkpoint can wipe your entire Tier 1 progress, you should manually back up your save file every hour. i--- Medal Of Honor Warfighter Save File
| Aspect | Detail |
|--------|--------|
| PC save extension | .sav |
| Default PC path | Documents\Medal of Honor Warfighter\SaveGame\ |
| Multiplayer data | Stored on EA servers (not in local save) |
| Manual backup recommended? | Yes – no cloud save by default |
| Cross-platform transfer | Not possible |
If you need a specific save file (e.g., just before a certain mission, or 100% unlock), let me know and I can guide you to reputable community sources or help you edit basic parameters.
In Medal of Honor: Warfighter , the save file contains your progress through the single-player campaign, which typically ranges from 5 to 15 hours of gameplay. Managing these files is essential for backing up progress, transferring data between PCs, or resolving rare glitches like the 99% completion bug. File Locations
Depending on your platform, your save data is stored in specific directories:
PC (Windows): The configuration and profile data are located in %USERPROFILE%\Documents\MOHW\settings\. If your game crashes on load or refuses
The primary profile data is found in a file named PROF_SAVE_profile. Metdata is stored in meta.xml within the same folder.
Consoles (PS3/Xbox 360): Save data is managed through the system's standard storage utility (HDD or Cloud Storage). Key Features and Modifications
Save File Editing: You can manually edit PROF_SAVE_profile using a standard text editor to adjust game settings. For instance, the Field of View (FoV) can be changed by modifying the GstRender.FieldofView value.
The 100% Completion Glitch: Some players experience a glitch where the game remains stuck at 99% completion even after finishing all levels. This can sometimes be resolved by using a hex editor to manually rename the completion percentage in the save file. Backup and Transfer:
To move your progress to a new PC, copy the entire MOHW folder from your Documents to the same location on the new machine. If you need a specific save file (e
If using the EA App (formerly Origin), ensure the "Installs & Saves" settings are configured to recognize the new path, and the launcher will verify the existing files. Troubleshooting Corrupted Data
Server Shutdowns: As of February 22, 2023, the online servers for Medal of Honor: Warfighter have been shut down. This does not affect single-player save files, but online-specific unlocks and statistics may no longer sync. Corrupted Data Fixes:
PC: If the game fails to load your profile, try deleting the settings folder to let the game recreate it, then restore your backup PROF_SAVE_profile.
Consoles: If you encounter "Corrupt Game Data" errors, try deleting the game install data (not your save data) and re-updating the game. 99% Complete Save Glitch - Medal of Honor - GameFAQs
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