https://checkpoint64.com/blog/ Release notes and write-ups from the Checkpoint64 team. en Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://checkpoint64.com/blog/how-to-preserve-game-progress/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/how-to-preserve-game-progress/ Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Learn how to preserve game progress with automatic backups, version history and safer co-op handoffs, so a bad mod or overwrite does not erase your world. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/best-steam-cloud-alternatives/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/best-steam-cloud-alternatives/ Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Looking for the best Steam Cloud alternatives? Compare smarter save backup options for version history, co-op worlds, mods and multi-PC play for gamers. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/modded-saves-compatibility/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/modded-saves-compatibility/ Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Modded saves compatibility is fragile. See what breaks worlds, how to test updates safely, and keep a hundred-hour modded run alive. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/prevent-steam-save-overwrites/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/prevent-steam-save-overwrites/ Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Learn how to prevent Steam save overwrites with version history, sync checks and safer co-op handoffs, so one bad launch never ever deletes your progress. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/launch-day/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/launch-day/ Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Today is the day. Checkpoint64 1.0.0 is officially live on Steam. No more playtests, no more waitlists — just better saves for everyone. meta launch steam https://checkpoint64.com/blog/recover-deleted-game-worlds/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/recover-deleted-game-worlds/ Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Learn how to recover deleted game worlds, stop sync disasters and protect co-op saves with version history, without renting a server or babysitting folders. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/automatic-game-save-rollback/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/automatic-game-save-rollback/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Automatic game save rollback keeps a corrupted modpack, bad co-op handoff or accidental overwrite from deleting the session you built all weekend intact. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/game-save-disaster-prevention/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/game-save-disaster-prevention/ Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Game save disaster prevention for PC players: stop corrupted files, bad co-op handoffs and overwritten worlds before they eat your whole weekend alive again. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/guide-to-game-save-recovery/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/guide-to-game-save-recovery/ Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT A guide to game save recovery: find missing files, stop sync damage, restore older versions, and protect PC worlds properly today. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/save-sharing-vs-dedicated-servers/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/save-sharing-vs-dedicated-servers/ Sun, 26 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Save sharing vs dedicated servers: compare costs, control, uptime and co-op friction, then choose the right way to keep your game world alive for everyone. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/google-drive-and-patreon-integrations/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/google-drive-and-patreon-integrations/ Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Two integrations are in the works — back your saves up to your own Google Drive instead of our storage, and gate a creator's read-only share code to Patreon members. Here's what each one does, why it fits, and the honest state of both. integrations google-drive patreon roadmap https://checkpoint64.com/blog/co-op-save-management/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/co-op-save-management/ Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Co op save management stops corrupted worlds, bad handoffs and host hostage situations with automatic backups, version history and safe sharing for crews. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/game-save-backup-software/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/game-save-backup-software/ Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Game save backup software protects your PC progress with automatic version history, fast restores and safer co-op handoffs, without a monthly bill at all. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/restore-previous-save-state/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/restore-previous-save-state/ Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Restore previous save state after a crash, bad mod or co-op mishap. Keep every version of your PC game saves without folder archaeology after midnight. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/game-save-version-history/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/game-save-version-history/ Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Game save version history lets you undo corrupted files, bad mod installs and co-op disasters without turning backup folders into a second job for everyone https://checkpoint64.com/blog/best-tools-for-save-recovery-pc-gamers/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/best-tools-for-save-recovery-pc-gamers/ Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Compare the best tools for save recovery, from versioned cloud backups to file recovery apps, and stop one bad session deleting your whole campaign today. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/skyrim-modded-save-backup/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/skyrim-modded-save-backup/ Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Set up a Skyrim modded save backup that survives crashes, bad load orders and accidental overwrites, with version history for every Dragonborn disaster. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/project-zomboid-save-recovery/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/project-zomboid-save-recovery/ Sun, 12 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Project Zomboid save recovery steps for corrupted worlds, bad mod loads and co-op disasters - plus backup habits that stop your next apocalypse cold wipe. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/retroarch-save-state-backup/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/retroarch-save-state-backup/ Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT RetroArch save state backup explained: protect slots, keep rollback points, and avoid cloud-sync disasters without babysitting folders by hand every week. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/elden-ring-save-recovery-without-the-panic/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/elden-ring-save-recovery-without-the-panic/ Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Elden Ring save recovery on PC: what still works, what usually fails, and how to restore lost progress without making the mess worse. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/valheim-host-world-sharing-without-the-faff/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/valheim-host-world-sharing-without-the-faff/ Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Valheim host world sharing explained: how to pass a world safely, avoid overwrites, fix host lock-in, and keep co-op progress intact. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/factorio-world-rollback/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/factorio-world-rollback/ Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Need a factorio world rollback after a bad save, desync, or mod mess? Here's how to restore a base safely and avoid losing hours again. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/stardew-valley-co-op-save-share/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/stardew-valley-co-op-save-share/ Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Stardew Valley co-op save share without the usual chaos. Keep every version, hand off host saves safely, and stop losing farms to bad file swaps. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/best-minecraft-world-backup-tool-pc/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/best-minecraft-world-backup-tool-pc/ Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Looking for a minecraft world backup tool? Here’s what actually matters for automatic backups, rollbacks, co-op safety and modded save recovery. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/how-to-sync-saves-across-pcs/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/how-to-sync-saves-across-pcs/ Sun, 05 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Learn how to sync saves across PCs without broken worlds, missing files or dodgy folder hacks. Keep progress current on every machine. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/dedicated-server-alternative-for-friends/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/dedicated-server-alternative-for-friends/ Sat, 04 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Need a dedicated server alternative for friends? Here’s when save sharing, backups, and host handoff beat paying monthly for a server. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/how-to-share-co-op-worlds-without-drama/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/how-to-share-co-op-worlds-without-drama/ Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Learn how to share co-op worlds without overwrites, missing host files, or dodgy manual backups. Safer handoffs, fewer arguments, more play. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/cloud-backup-for-pc-games/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/cloud-backup-for-pc-games/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Cloud backup for PC games stops lost saves, bad rollbacks and co-op chaos. Here's how it works, where it fails, and what to use instead. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/how-to-restore-corrupted-save-files-fast/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/how-to-restore-corrupted-save-files-fast/ Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Learn how to restore corrupted save files fast on PC, recover older versions, find backup folders, and avoid losing your world again for good. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/best-game-save-manager-pc-players/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/best-game-save-manager-pc-players/ Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Looking for the best game save manager? Here’s what actually matters for PC players, from backups and restores to co-op sharing and mod safety. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/how-to-back-up-game-saves/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/how-to-back-up-game-saves/ Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Learn how to back up game saves properly on PC, avoid corrupted files, recover bad sessions, and keep co-op worlds safe without faff. https://checkpoint64.com/blog/steam-launch-going-well/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/steam-launch-going-well/ Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT A few days in, wishlists are climbing and the playtest is full of strange, wonderful saves. Thank you. A quick note on how it's going and what comes next. launch steam roadmap https://checkpoint64.com/blog/checkpoint64-is-on-steam/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/checkpoint64-is-on-steam/ Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT There's now a Checkpoint64 page on Steam. You can wishlist it, follow for the launch, and get into the playtest — and yes, the irony of a save-backup tool living next to Steam Cloud is the whole point. Here's what the listing means and what it doesn't change. launch steam playtest https://checkpoint64.com/blog/back-up-the-whole-folder/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/back-up-the-whole-folder/ Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Picking save files by hand has a blind spot — it never notices the ones your game writes after you set it up. A new farm, a fresh profile, an extra slot. The next build can watch the whole save folder and keep catching whatever lands in it. Restoring got safer too. Here's what's new. release backups whole-folder restore https://checkpoint64.com/blog/anatomy-of-a-save-corruption/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/anatomy-of-a-save-corruption/ Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Corruption sounds like bad luck, but it's usually one of a handful of very specific things going wrong at the byte level — almost always during the write. Here's what a save file really is, the three ways it gets mangled, and why a single save slot is a single point of failure. post-mortem corruption backups versioning https://checkpoint64.com/blog/free-plan-grew-a-team/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/free-plan-grew-a-team/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Free accounts can now create one team — invite your co-op partner, pass the lock, read the logbook, all without paying. Lifetime quietly went from 2 teams to 3 while we were at it. Here's what changed and why. pricing free-plan co-op teams https://checkpoint64.com/blog/cloud-saves-arent-backups/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/cloud-saves-arent-backups/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Steam Cloud, GOG Galaxy, and console cloud saves keep one copy in sync across your machines. That's not the same as a backup. The moment a save corrupts or a bad autosave fires, sync does its job perfectly and pushes the broken file everywhere. Here's the difference, and why versioning is the thing you actually wanted. cloud-saves backups versioning steam-cloud https://checkpoint64.com/blog/checkpoint64-for-emulators/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/checkpoint64-for-emulators/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Emulators already let you save anywhere. What they don't give you is a history. Checkpoint64 watches the save folder your emulator writes to and turns every save into a versioned, restorable timeline — a rewind button that survives across sessions, machines, and emulator updates. emulation save-states versioning retroarch https://checkpoint64.com/blog/read-only-community-servers/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/read-only-community-servers/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT A creator can now host a save and hand out a join code that lets an audience download the world without being able to touch it. No write access, no accidental overwrites, capped and revocable. Here's what read-only members are and when you'd want them. community hosted-saves read-only https://checkpoint64.com/blog/ditch-the-dedicated-server/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/ditch-the-dedicated-server/ Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT A 24/7 rented box is great when ten people play every night. For the average co-op group, it's $120–$240 a year of idle uptime. Here's the math, and how Checkpoint64 covers ~90% of the use case for a one-time payment. savings co-op dedicated-servers https://checkpoint64.com/blog/welcome/ https://checkpoint64.com/blog/welcome/ Tue, 19 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT First entry. What we're building, why we're building it, and how this blog works. meta launch