How to find where a game is installed on a PC

The fastest way is through the launcher you installed the game with: in Steam, right-click the game in your Library and choose Manage > Browse local files; Epic, GOG Galaxy, the EA app and the Xbox app have a similar option in the game's settings. If the game has a desktop or Start menu shortcut, right-click it and choose Open file location. Windows opens the folder that holds the game's files.

Steam

1. Open your Library and right-click the game.
2. Choose Manage > Browse local files.

The default folder is C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\. If you have several Steam library folders on other drives, you can see them under Settings > Storage.

Epic Games Launcher

1. Go to Library and click the three dots under the game.
2. Choose Manage. The install location is shown with a folder icon that opens it.

The default is C:\Program Files\Epic Games\.

GOG Galaxy, EA app and Xbox app

• GOG Galaxy: open the game, click the settings icon next to Play and look for the option to manage the installation and show the folder. Typical default: C:\Program Files (x86)\GOG Galaxy\Games\.
• EA app: open the game's page or settings menu in your library; it shows or opens the install folder. Typical default: C:\Program Files\EA Games\.
• Xbox app / Microsoft Store: right-click the game, choose Manage, then the Files tab and Browse. Newer installs usually go to C:\XboxGames\. Older ones sit in the protected WindowsApps folder, which you can't normally open.

Methods that work for any game

1. Shortcut: right-click the desktop or Start menu shortcut and choose Open file location.
2. Task Manager: start the game, press Ctrl + Shift + Esc, right-click the game's process and choose Open file location.
3. Search: type the game's name into File Explorer search on the drive where you installed it.

FAQ

Can I move a game to another drive?

Yes, but do it through the launcher. Steam can move a game to another library folder from Properties > Installed Files, and other launchers have similar options. Copying the folder by hand often breaks updates.

Why is my game folder empty or locked?

Some Microsoft Store games are stored in protected folders. Use the Xbox app's Browse option instead of opening the folder directly.

Where are my save files?

Often not in the install folder. Many games save to Documents, Saved Games or AppData, and many launchers also sync saves to the cloud.

How do I make Steam find a game that is already installed?

Add the drive's library folder under Settings > Storage, then click Install on the game. Steam checks the existing files instead of downloading everything again.