Copy the entire save and configuration folders somewhere safe before editing or deleting files.
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Save and configuration locations
Save data
%USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\Skyrim Special Edition\SavesConfiguration files
%USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\Skyrim Special EditionOpen Run with Windows + R, then paste paths beginning with %APPDATA% or %LOCALAPPDATA%.
FPS, ultrawide and HDR
Check the in-game frame cap first. Match it to your display, test ultrawide at native resolution, and enable Windows HDR before launching when HDR is supported.
Controller support
Xbox and PlayStation-style controllers are commonly supported. If inputs double or fail, test Steam Input and any controller mapper separately.
Launch and crash fixes
Try one item at a time and test after each change so you can identify the cause.
- 1Match SKSE64 to the exact game runtime
- 2Update Address Library and other requirements
- 3Disable plugins in halves to isolate the conflict
- 4Back up and regenerate Skyrim.ini and SkyrimPrefs.ini
Mods and language support
MOD
Back up saves first, confirm the mod matches the current game version, and test one mod at a time. Remove all mods immediately after a major update if the game stops launching.
Language
Official languages differ by region. Some mod setups require English game files plus separate localized resources.
System requirements
Requirements can change after updates. Check the latest store listing before buying.