I have the PC version and I don't bother using the save feature, instead I create a set of zip files in a separate directory of the autosave files, which includes up to 4 files, save202.dat, save204.dat, save206.dat, profile.dat, now in the users folder (previous games had this in the game directory). To restore a save, I have to exit both SOTTR and Steam (else you may get corrupted file error), restore the autosave files, start up Steam and SOTTR, and then choose continue to use a restored set of autosave files. 

There are still game stat .bin files in the game folder, and apparently achievements are kept there (profile.dat may also have a copy), or possibly some other file in the game folder, since restoring the autosave stuff doesn't reset achievements.  I normally play with Steam in offline mode and with the internet disconnected. If you do go online, then the achievements will get updated (both directions, server and your local files will get synced).

 

Edited October 16, 20188 yr by rcgldr

@rcgldr Hey! So glad you made it. These forums are quiet, but thank goodness none of the backstabbing and b.s. of the official forums and TRF.

Thanks for the info. I don't use cloud saves, but I usually start at save1.dat and just keep saving in new slots until I get to the end of a level/area. Then I move all the numbered saves into a separate folder for each level and start again. The worst problem is I sometimes get so engrossed in the game that I forget to save, but I still usually end up with saves at or close to every major development, pre-/post-combat or tomb, etc. I also play online, but I'm not invested in achievements, so I don't usually even notice when they pop. Different strokes, as they say.