My Summer Car: How To Change Save Game Easily

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Hey guys! Ever found yourself in a pickle in My Summer Car and wished you could just, like, rewind time? Maybe you messed up your car build, totaled the Satsuma one too many times, or just want to experiment without consequences. Well, you're in luck! Changing your save game in My Summer Car is totally doable, and I'm here to walk you through it step-by-step. It might sound a bit technical, but trust me, it's easier than assembling the whole engine, I promise.

Why Change Your Save Game?

Before we dive into the how, let's quickly chat about the why. There are tons of reasons why you might want to mess with your save game. For instance:

  • Experimentation: Want to see what happens if you install that turbocharger without properly tuning the fuel mixture? Go for it! If it all goes south (and it probably will), you can just revert to your old save.
  • Mistakes: We all make them, especially in My Summer Car. Maybe you accidentally sold a crucial part, or got yourself stuck in a never-ending debt cycle. A save game change can be your get-out-of-jail-free card.
  • New Beginnings: Sometimes you just want to start fresh without losing all your progress. Maybe you want to try a different approach to building your car, or just want to relive the early days of struggling to make ends meet. Whatever your reason, changing your save game can give you that fresh start.
  • Backup: Think of it as creating a restore point for your game. This way, if something goes wrong – a corrupted file, a disastrous in-game decision – you can always go back to a known stable state.

Basically, changing your save game gives you a safety net and opens up a world of possibilities in My Summer Car. It allows you to play more freely, experiment without fear, and recover from those inevitable moments of complete and utter chaos. So, let's get to it!

Finding Your Save Game Files

Alright, first things first, you need to locate your My Summer Car save game files. This is where your progress, car configurations, and all that good stuff is stored. The process is super simple:

  1. Open File Explorer: Just hit the Windows key + E, and boom, you're in File Explorer.
  2. Navigate to AppData: Type %appdata% in the address bar and press Enter. This will take you to the Roaming folder.
  3. Go to the LocalLow Folder: From the Roaming folder, go back one step to the AppData folder, then enter the LocalLow folder.
  4. Find Amistech: Inside the LocalLow folder, look for a folder named Amistech. That's the one we need.
  5. My Summer Car: Inside the Amistech folder, you'll find the folder named My Summer Car. This is where your save files are hiding.

Inside the My Summer Car folder, you should see a bunch of files with names like defaultES2File.txt, gameStats.txt, globalgamemanagers, globalgamemanagers.bak, level0, level0.bak, MSC_SAVE, MSC_SAVE.bak and settings.cfg. These are the files that hold your game progress.

  • MSC_SAVE: This file contains most of your save data.
  • MSC_SAVE.bak: This is a backup of your save file.
  • gameStats.txt: This file stores various game statistics.
  • settings.cfg: This file stores your game settings.

Knowing where these files are is crucial because we'll be copying and replacing them to change our save game. So, make sure you've got this location down before moving on.

Backing Up Your Current Save

Okay, this is super important. Before you start messing with any files, you absolutely need to back up your current save game. This is your safety net, your "undo" button, so don't skip this step!

  1. Navigate to the Save Game Folder: Go back to that My Summer Car folder we found earlier (AppData\LocalLow\Amistech\My Summer Car).
  2. Copy the Files: Select all the files in the folder (MSC_SAVE, MSC_SAVE.bak, gameStats.txt, settings.cfg, etc.). Right-click and choose "Copy".
  3. Create a Backup Folder: Go to a safe location on your computer (like your Documents folder or a USB drive) and create a new folder. Name it something descriptive, like "MSC Backup [Date]" so you know when the backup was created.
  4. Paste the Files: Open the backup folder and paste the files you copied earlier. That's it! You've successfully backed up your save game.

Now, if anything goes wrong during the save game changing process, you can simply copy these files back into the My Summer Car folder, and you'll be back where you started. Trust me, you'll thank yourself later for doing this.

Replacing Your Save Game

Now for the fun part: actually changing your save game! This is where you'll be replacing your current save with a different one, whether it's a backup you made earlier, a save you downloaded from the internet, or a save from a friend.

  1. Locate the Save Game You Want to Use: Find the folder containing the save game files you want to use. This could be a backup folder you created earlier, a folder containing a downloaded save, or a folder you received from someone else.
  2. Copy the Save Game Files: Select all the files in the folder (MSC_SAVE, MSC_SAVE.bak, gameStats.txt, settings.cfg, etc.). Right-click and choose "Copy".
  3. Navigate to the My Summer Car Folder: Go back to the My Summer Car folder (AppData\LocalLow\Amistech\My Summer Car).
  4. Paste and Replace: Right-click in the folder and choose "Paste". You'll likely be prompted to replace the existing files with the ones you're pasting. Click "Yes" or "Replace" to confirm.

Important note: If you're using a save game from someone else, make sure it's compatible with your version of the game. Using an incompatible save can cause crashes or other issues. If you don't know how to find the correct version, look for saves specifically made to your version of My Summer Car.

Once the files are replaced, launch My Summer Car, and you should be playing with the new save game. Ta-da! You've successfully changed your save game.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Sometimes, things don't go exactly as planned. Here are a few common issues you might encounter when changing your save game, and how to fix them:

  • Game Crashes: If your game crashes after changing the save, it could be due to an incompatible save file. Try using a save that's specifically made for your version of the game. If it still crashes, restore your original save game.
  • Save Game Not Loading: If the game starts, but your save doesn't load, make sure you've copied all the necessary files (MSC_SAVE, MSC_SAVE.bak, gameStats.txt, settings.cfg, etc.) to the My Summer Car folder. Also, make sure the files aren't corrupted. Try using a different save game or restoring your backup.
  • Missing Progress: If some of your progress is missing after changing the save, it could be because you didn't copy all the files correctly. Double-check that you've copied all the necessary files and that they're in the right location.
  • Settings Reset: Sometimes your game settings might reset after changing the save. This is usually because the settings.cfg file was overwritten. You can either reconfigure your settings or copy the settings.cfg file from your backup to restore your old settings.

If you're still having issues, don't be afraid to ask for help on the My Summer Car forums or Discord server. The community is usually very helpful and can often provide solutions to your specific problem.

Additional Tips and Tricks

Here are a few extra tips to make your save game changing experience even smoother:

  • Create Multiple Backups: Don't just rely on one backup. Create multiple backups at different stages of the game. This way, if something goes wrong, you have more options to choose from.
  • Label Your Backups Clearly: Use descriptive names for your backup folders, like "MSC Backup [Date] - Before Engine Build" or "MSC Backup [Date] - After Rally Win". This will make it easier to find the right backup when you need it.
  • Use a Save Game Manager: There are some third-party tools available that can help you manage your My Summer Car save games more easily. These tools often provide features like automatic backups, save game previews, and easy save game switching.
  • Be Careful When Downloading Saves: Only download save games from trusted sources. Downloading saves from unknown sources can be risky, as they may contain malware or corrupted files.

Changing your save game in My Summer Car can be a lifesaver when things go wrong or when you just want to experiment. By following these steps and tips, you can easily change your save game and get back to enjoying the beautiful chaos of My Summer Car. Happy wrenching!