Fell & Sell Save System
Save fixes, backup, and how to recover.
The save system in Fell & Sell handles your entire game state: shop inventory, crafting materials, house decorations, quest progress, and character progression. A save problem can look like a shop problem, an item problem, or a Quest Board problem. This guide explains the Ver. 1.1.1 fixes, known save issues, and recovery options.
Ver. 1.1.1 save fixes
The August 29, 2026 update delivered the most significant save system changes since launch:
| Issue | Status | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| House items disappearing on load | Fixed in Ver. 1.1.1 | Update and verify furniture persists after reloading |
| Save crashes and auto-save stuttering | Improved in Ver. 1.1.1 | Less hitching during auto-save |
| Unnamed save files | Improved in Ver. 1.1.1 | Saves should now use proper names |
| Quest Board progress reset | Restored in Ver. 1.1.1 | Board state now persists between sessions |
| Stuck during a run | Added: Unstuck button | Use the button instead of force-closing |
| Need to exit safely with haul | Added: Return to Village | Exit runs without dying and losing your loot |
Update to Ver. 1.1.1 before continuing any save that had problems.
Save file location
Fell & Sell stores save files in the Windows local app data directory:
%LOCALAPPDATA%\Art Games Studio SA\Fell_Sell\*On most systems this resolves to:
C:\Users\YourUsername\AppData\Local\Art Games Studio SA\Fell_Sell\The save files use a structured format. Steam Cloud sync may also store a copy depending on your Steam settings.
Multiple saves
Fell & Sell supports multiple save slots. Each slot appears as a separate file in the save directory. To back up a specific save:
- Navigate to the save directory
- Copy the contents of the desired slot folder
- Paste to a backup location
Steam Cloud may sync saves automatically. If you use Steam Cloud, note that local backups may be overwritten when Steam syncs.
Backup recommendation
Before testing any recovery options or accepting game updates that change save mechanics, back up your current save:
- Close the game completely
- Navigate to the save directory
- Copy the entire Fell_Sell folder to a backup location
- Restart the game
This protects against progress loss if something goes wrong during recovery attempts.
Common save problems and fixes
House items disappeared
This was a known bug that affected saves created before Ver. 1.1.1. Update to the latest version, then verify that furniture and decorations persist after reloading. If items still disappear after updating, contact support with your save file and version number.
Quest Board progress missing
Empty Quest Boards or reset progress were fixed in Ver. 1.1.1. Update, then complete a new expedition and verify the board records your achievements after the run.
Save file corrupted
If a save file is unreadable, the game typically creates a new slot. Your best recovery option is a pre-corruption backup. This is why regular backups matter.
Item duplication and missing items
Ver. 1.1.1 closed the item duplication exploit. If items showed as missing or duplicated in older saves, a fresh run after updating should show correct item counts.
Recovery options
| Situation | Recovery option |
|---|---|
| Stuck in dungeon geometry | Unstuck button in game menu |
| Want to exit with haul intact | Return to Village button |
| Corrupted save | Restore from backup |
| Steam Cloud conflict | Disable Cloud sync, restore local backup |
| House items vanished | Update to Ver. 1.1.1 and verify fix |
| Quest Board reset | Update to Ver. 1.1.1 and verify fix |
When to contact support
If a problem persists after updating to Ver. 1.1.1, contact Art Games Studio support with: your Steam build version, what was lost, when the problem first appeared, whether Steam Cloud sync was enabled, and whether the save was created before or after the Ver. 1.1.1 update.
Related pages
For current patch status see Updates. For Quest Board mechanics see Quest Board. For game save strategy and loop advice see Beginner Guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions.
Where are my save files stored?
In %LOCALAPPDATA%\Art Games Studio SA\Fell_Sell\ on Windows. The exact path includes your Windows username.
How do I back up my save?
Close the game, navigate to the save directory, and copy the entire Fell_Sell folder to a backup location. This protects against progress loss during updates or troubleshooting.
What did Ver. 1.1.1 fix?
House item persistence, save stability, Quest Board progress, Unstuck and Return to Village buttons, item duplication, and Staff of the Dead issues.
Can I use multiple saves?
Yes, the game supports multiple save slots. Each slot is a separate folder in the save directory.