Save File Corruption
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Forza Horizon 6 players advised to apply new patch to avoid losing save data and progress
Playground Games is investigating a critical issue in Forza Horizon 6 where players are losing or having their save data reset. A patch has been released for PC and Steam, and players are advised to update to version 37.114.10001.0 or higher. Xbox players are also advised to disable Quick Resume and follow specific steps to prevent data loss, though some players report continued issues even after applying the patch.
Buffs, Nerfs, and Bugs
Xbox is investigating reports of save file corruption affecting some Forza Horizon 6 players on Xbox platforms. The company is offering advice to players on how to prevent data loss while working on a permanent solution.
You should back up your Forza Horizon 6 save before its latest bug brings you to tears
A bug in Forza Horizon 6 is causing players' save data to be wiped, leading to devastation for those who have invested significant time and credits. Issues have been reported on both PC and Xbox, with potential causes including the Quick Resume feature, cloud save problems, game crashes, and specific car upgrades. Players are advised to back up their save files and avoid certain vehicles while Forza Support works on restoring lost inventory.
Thanks for injecting me with 500 Cursed Black Knight Ultra Greatswords
This article recounts a personal experience of having a Dark Souls 2 save file corrupted by a hacker who injected 500 cursed Black Knight Ultra Greatswords, causing the game to crash. The author explores the game's complex reputation, the technical reasons behind the crashes, community-developed anti-cheat mods like Blue Acolyte, and ultimately tracks down the hacker to understand the motivations behind such actions.
