Want to clear your XCOM game history? Whether you're starting a new campaign, freeing up space, or simply want a clean slate, deleting your XCOM history is easier than you think. This guide provides straightforward steps for various platforms, ensuring you can reclaim your digital battlefield with ease.
Understanding XCOM Game Data
Before diving into deletion, let's understand what constitutes XCOM game history. This usually includes:
- Save Files: These are your precious in-progress campaigns, meticulously crafted strategies, and hard-fought victories (or defeats!).
- Configuration Settings: Your customized game settings, like difficulty level, interface preferences, and audio options.
- Temporary Files: These are temporary files created during gameplay, often unnecessary after the session.
Deleting XCOM History on PC (Steam, Epic Games Store, etc.)
The process varies slightly depending on your platform. Here's a generalized guide:
Step 1: Locate the XCOM Save Game Folder
This is the most crucial step. The exact location differs based on your operating system and where you purchased the game:
- Steam: Typically located under
C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\userdata\<Your Steam ID>\208600\remote(replace<Your Steam ID>with your unique Steam ID). - Epic Games Store: The path might be similar to
C:\Users\<Your Username>\AppData\Local\XCOM2or in a similar location within your Epic Games installation directory.
Important Note: The AppData folder is hidden by default. You might need to enable viewing hidden files and folders in your file explorer settings to find it.
Step 2: Identify and Delete Save Files
Once you locate the save game folder, you'll see several files with extensions like .sav or similar. These are your individual save files. Simply select and delete the files you want to remove.
Step 3: Clear Temporary Files (Optional)
For a truly thorough cleaning, you can also delete temporary files. These are often located in a separate folder within the main XCOM directory. Deleting these files will not impact your save games.
Step 4: Verify Deletion
Restart the game to confirm that your chosen save files are no longer accessible.
Deleting XCOM History on Consoles (PlayStation, Xbox)
Deleting save data on consoles is generally simpler:
- PlayStation: Navigate to the game's tile on your home screen, press the Options button, and select "Manage Game Content." Choose the save data you wish to delete and confirm the action.
- Xbox: Go to the game's tile, press the Menu button, and select "Manage game and add-ons." From there, find the "Saved Data" section to delete specific files or clear all saved data.
Important Considerations
- Backups: Before deleting anything, consider creating backups of your save files. This is crucial if you accidentally delete something important.
- Cloud Saves: If you use cloud saving features (Steam Cloud, PlayStation Plus, Xbox Live), you may need to delete saves from both your local storage and cloud storage.
- Game Version: The location of the save game folder may vary slightly depending on the specific XCOM game version you're playing.
By following these steps, you can effectively delete your XCOM history and prepare for your next tactical conquest. Remember to always double-check before deleting anything permanently, and create backups for peace of mind!
