Save file location, backups and performance fixes
On PC, saves are in %LOCALAPPDATA%\QueensDomain\Saved\SaveGames\, inside a folder named with a number. Copy that whole folder somewhere else to back up; copying it back restores the save. Do this before the Queen Siraatsu fight, because the game has one save slot and the weapon you use decides the ending.
Backing up your save
| File | Holds |
|---|---|
World0.sav |
Your world progress |
World0_backup.sav |
The game’s own backup of it |
system0.sav |
System data |
challenges and challenges_backup |
Achievement (challenge) progress for the account |
Challenges are stored per account, not per save, so restoring an older world file does not remove achievements. Since 1.01.06 challenge data syncs through Steam Cloud, and the backup system is sturdier. Settings live in %LOCALAPPDATA%\QueensDomain\Saved\Config\WindowsNoEditor\GameUserSettings.ini.
Steam Deck
The game is Steam Deck Verified. Steam Deck HQ measured a steady 60 fps in the opening areas but about 13 W of power draw, around four hours of battery. Lowering the resolution scale or using the retro resolution option, and capping at 50 Hz and 50 fps, saves battery. Other players report drops into the 30s in busy fights.
PC problems
| Problem | Fix |
|---|---|
| Stutter | Reconnect a Bluetooth controller, or lower mouse polling to 1000 Hz |
| Stutter on NVIDIA | Set power management to maximum performance |
| Slowdown in long sessions | Fixed in 1.01.06; update the game |
| Wanting DirectX 12 | Choose the DX12 launch option added in 1.01.02 |
| Launch blocked by Smart App Control (error 11C7) after 1.01.06 | One player fixed it by installing Windows update KB5132061 |
| Ultrawide 32:9 | Not supported; use the field-of-view slider |
A demo-era list of engine launch options circulates on Steam; most of it comes from other games and is not needed.
Sources
- Steam discussion, how do I make backup savesSave folder path and backup method.
- SeekingTech, Queen's Domain save locationSave and config file names.
- Steam Deck HQ reviewFrame rate, power draw and recommended Deck settings.
- Steam discussion, Smart App Control blocks the gameError after 1.01.06 and the Windows update that fixed it for one player.
- Steam discussion, ultrawide supportNo 32:9 support; FOV slider available.
- Official Steam patch notesDirectX 12 option in 1.01.02, backup and Steam Cloud fixes in 1.01.04 and 1.01.06.