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    Game » consists of 33 releases. Released May 17, 2009

    A 3D procedurally-generated game of world exploration, resource harvesting, and freeform construction, featuring a unique block-based art style and online multiplayer. It received numerous ports and updates for nearly a decade after its initial release.

    How can I backup/save my game save data in Windows 8.1?

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    #1  Edited By iamtirrrred

    I need to do a clean install of windows on my machine; but I don't want to lose my game save data. Where can I find it on my computer so I can back it up?

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    #2 Bollard

    I assume it would be the same as Windows 7, so go to My Documents, then in the bar at the top type "%appdata%". From there go to ".minecraft" (it might be hidden) and then saves.

    If the folder is hidden, you will need to press ALT, and go to "Tools" at the top. Then "View", and check "Show hidden files and folders"

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    #3  Edited By Justin258

    1) Open up your documents

    2) Type "%appdata%" in the bar at the top

    3) You should see a folder called ".minecraft" and inside it is one called "saves"

    4) Back up the saves folder

    5) Re-install OS and then install Minecraft

    6) Go back to .minecraft and copy your saves into it.

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